CG Couture presented a Pop-Up Sale yesterday, presenting quality garments from bridal to everyday ready-to-wear looks. A special introduction on the day was a selection of Afro-centric greeting cards by the new arm to the brand, CG publishing. The event also featured a competition where long-standing clients were encouraged to bring along their oldest, now vintage CG Couture item. And, given CG’s rich history in the trade; the person with the oldest garment won, and was given a bonus - if it still fitted!
Clariscia Gill a proud Brixtonian, is an experienced couturier/fashion designer who focuses on catering to a variety of designs and styling for both men and women, often those in the public eye from performers to high profile individuals. Over her vast years in the trade which included 18 years based in London’s Mayfair area of New Bond Street, she has created many amazing couture clothing collections and she reports she gets her passion for the trade from her mother, whom she watched from aged six years old, sew and create.
The venue for the Pop- Up event was Carter Mills Estate Agency, owned by Dawn Carter who has been a local to Brixton for over twenty years. The family-oriented business prioritises on giving honest and trustworthy advice to new homeowners and helping them find a well-suited property. Carter Mills has built long lasting relationships with clients and has been a wonderful addition to the Brixton Community.
With this collaboration between the two boss women owners of CG Couture and Carter Mills visitors were in a vibrant fun atmosphere with, most importantly, the opportunity for shoppers to get their hands on a classic or even vintage couture item at a giveaway price. Guest trader, skincare specialist and makeup artist Cheryl Huggins was billed to join them.
Cheryl is the founder of FaceClays, a business that creates quality skincare products with an emphasis on ethical makeup. She will also be doing skincare reviews.
