Alex

Those of you who are regular visitors to our website may have noticed that we have recently been spending time updating our Net Curtains section. The category itself has been completely revamped with some gorgeous new images so you can better see what Net Curtain products we have available and picture them in your home, we have also added many...

Whilst many of Britain's sports fans are waking up this morning full of disappointment following England's World Cup defeat against Uruguay last night, the good news is that on Monday one of the world's biggest sporting events is due to commence right here in England. The Wimbledon Championship is the oldest and the most prestigious tournament in the world of...

In recent years, Lace has experienced resurgence as a Bridal Fabric with it's leap in popularity being largely attributed to the stunning Sarah Burton for McQueen gown worn by Catherine Middleton for her 2011 nuptials to Prince William. However in reality, Lace has been one of the most popular Bridal Fabrics for decades. Lace first rose to prominence as a...

We talk a lot about dressmaking for women but of course it is not only ladies who appreciate the unrivalled pleasure of handmade clothing. Mens tailoring has dominated the fashion scene since the days of Louis XIV or Louis le Grand, as he was sometimes known. Determined for France to become the most influential country in the world, fashion was one of many weapons...

With wedding season fast approaching any brides to be will be thrilled to see the sunshine finally making an appearance before your big day; and for brides getting married this Spring/Summer season, at this point in your preparation you may also be thinking of those special final touches that will make your day extra special and unique. Many couples may...

In the world of music and fashion this week, it seems that thanks to Rihanna, Sheer Dressmaking Fabrics are once again the subject on everybody's lips. The Barbadian pop superstar was presented with the Fashion Icon Award at the CFDA's by Vogue editor Anna Wintour and never one to shy away from an attention grabbing outfit, Rihanna most certainly left...

When we are updating our collections here at Calico Laine HQ, it is important to always keep and eye on upcoming trends both on the catwalk and on what celebrities are wearing and this is no different when it comes to Bridal Fabrics. Lace has been one of the most popular Bridal Fabrics since the 2011 wedding of Prince William...

As always the buying team at Calico Laine have been busy keeping a close eye on the latest developments in the world of textiles to ensure that our collection is bang up to date with the most popular and sought after Fabrics available on the market. It is a huge source of pride to us that people travel from far...

As I write, it is rumoured that Hollywood power couple Kim Kardashian and Kanye West will be tying the knot this Bank Holiday weekend in the romantic setting of the Italian countryside. The couple, parents to baby North, have been planning their star studded nuptials for some months now and we are sure that the bride will have had in...

Now the end of spring is approaching, many of us are gearing up toward summer by dusting down our barbecues, dragging out the lawnmower and digging out our favourite summer outfits; and Summer 2014 is set to be more exciting than many, particularly for football fans, with the World Cup kicking off in a little over three weeks in Rio...