SCOTTISH FASHION AWARDS

For every occasion and every meal, there is a Laurent –Perrier Champagne to be enjoyed. Careful grape selection and painstaking attention to all stages of the winemaking and maturation process ensure an exceptional bottle every time. Founded in 1812, Laurent- Perrier has been avant-garde in creating unique and elegant Champagnes for nearly two hundred years making it one of the world’s most esteemed Champagne brands, and also the largest family-owned brand.

While champagne shows the character of a specific harvest, non-vintage brut exemplifies the style of a particular House. Freshness, elegance and balance, all of which are typical of Laurent-Perrier's wines, are found in the Brut L-P year after year. This can be enjoyed at the Scottish Fashion Awards VIP Reception, a fitting toast to celebrate both winners and nominees at the prestigious ceremony.

Amongst the exciting revelations that lie ahead during the Scottish Fashion Awards, we’ve lined up an intriguing surprise for everyone who attends. Throughout the evening, Scotland’s fashionistas will have the opportunity to get to know a stylish favourite that has never been far from the lips of Europe’s glitterati for more than 150 years.

Though it’s a drink you’re sure to have heard of, it’s one that only a select few really know and understand. With Campari, the first sip is usually a surprise – an overwhelming rush of flavour that’s hard to describe. Slowly, each sip reveals its secrets, turning that initial surprise to an everlasting affection.

In Milan, the home of Campari and one of the world’s great fashion capitals, the ‘aperitivo moment’ belongs to Campari. Its delicious bittersweet flavours are the perfect way to stimulate an appetite for dinner and the city’s best bars set aside the early part of the evening for a delightful combination of Campari and an assortment of tempting antipasti.

At the event, Campari’s alluring red spirit is yours to discover. You’ll find that it’s wonderfully complex – bitter and sweet at the same time. It’s fabulous on its own over ice or delicious blended with fresh fruit juices, mixers and as the base for some outstanding cocktails. And as you’ll discover, Campari is always in with the in crowd, always in fashion and always a triumph of good taste.

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“We’re delighted to be associated with the Scottish Fashion Awards,” says Campari Brand Manager, Patrick O’Reilly. “Campari has always enjoyed a close association with Europe’s fashion aficionados and I’m very pleased that tonight will be no exception as Scotland’s fashion leaders celebrate in style.”

Strathmore Spring Water is Scotland’s most fashionable bottled accessory! Strathmore comes from the Vale of Strathmore, a perfect source for pure, clear spring water.

Strathmore Spring Water invigorates the mind and body and is the perfect water for all occasions. Its 500ml and sports cap 750ml bottles are great for those on the go and fit easily in to any Gucci handbag. The 1.5 litre bottle is the must have product for every home’s refrigerator and the 1 litre glass still and sparkling bottles add a touch of glamour to any event.

Strathmore Spring Water has strong links with the Scottish Fashion scene as its recent advertising campaign featured dancers wearing Edinburgh based designer Joey D’s funky clothing. Strathmore is also the number one brand in the country’s bars and restaurants where discerning drinkers enjoy its refreshing, pure taste.

Strathmore Spring Water is delighted to be supporting this year’s Scottish Fashion Awards and wishes all the nominees the best of luck. We hope everyone enjoys the event and the pure, clear taste of Strathmore.

Eric Folliot, Senior Brand Manager for Barr Soft Drinks said:

"Strathmore Spring Water is proud to be associated with the Scottish Fashion Awards. As a brand we're passionate about our homeland and pleased to support the design talent that's emerging from Scotland. As one of the country's leading water brands Strathmore Spring Water is clearly a fashionable bottled accessory! We're looking forward to a glamorous event at Stirling Castle and wish all the nominees the best of luck."

Milne Management is delighted to be the Official Security Company for the third annual Scottish Fashion Awards, cementing our position as the key provider of security for Scotland’s high profile events. As a company we have a credible reputation for providing an excellent and professional security service.

From events like the Scottish Fashion Awards that demand corporate, personal security and product security on site to other events that require concierge, reception duties, stadia stewarding and retail security officers, we continuously strive to surpass our client’s expectations. We recognise our responsibilities and the need to meet all legislative requirements, this entails developing a constructive partnership with each client, encouraging an open culture and involvement of all employees.

Our management team is well trained, confident and performs their duties in a professional and responsible manner. For more information on how we can assist your security requirements, please do not hesitate to contact Milne Management for a consultation today: T. 0141 550 3366. www.milnemanagement.co.uk

Sputnik Vodka, unlike the majority of its competitors, is one of the few genuinely Russian Vodkas available in the West. The authentic recipe was selected by some of Russia's greatest vodka distillers to mark the pioneering launch of the Sputnik satellite in the late fifties. Sputnik Vodka is premium vodka made from the finest Russian winter grain to an authentic recipe and is triple distilled to create a pure 40% vodka. Sputnik is an emblem of the coming together of Russia’s past and future. Alongside Sputnik’s rich heritage is a strong desire to explore and a thirst for innovation.

True to the brand’s pioneering spirit, Sputnik Vodka launched three versatile new flavours to orbit the chic UK drinks scene. Sputnik’s new offering is vodkas flavoured naturally with Rose Petal, Basil and Horseradish. The inaugural flavours reinvent old favourites, allowing mixologists’ creativity to run wild and encouraging the creation of as-yet unheard of cocktails and a trend towards savoury as well as sweet tipples - think Sputnik Spicy Horseradish Caipi’russkas’ and Sputnik Rose Petal-politans.

www.sputnikvodka.com

Stevens & Graham (Est 1947) are the company who have supplied the beautiful high quality Tartan Carpet Runners you will see at the Scottish Fashion Awards. Although they are a small family business on the south side of Glasgow they stock the largest selection of tartan carpets in the World with regular shipments being despatched to Europe, USA, Canada, Australia and New Zealand.

Recent orders include Eilean Donan Castle, the Scots Guards in Germany and Dunrobin Castle in Sutherland and as far as Cincinatti USA and Tokyo Japan.

Famous customers include Baroness Helena Kennedy and Marvin Hamlish (who has tartan in his New York apartment).

Although they supply subtle ancient and weathered tartans for traditional homes and castles they also stock modern and natural tones for new build homes, Celtic Knot stair runners and thistle borders are available from there extensive ranges and almost anything can be produced if you have your own ideas.

If there was a Scottish Fashion Award for carpets Stevens & Graham would rank highly in the nominees.

Alexander A Graham - Proprietor

Stevens & Graham
50 Jessie Street
Glasgow
SCOTLAND
G42 0PG

Tel: +44(0)141 423 3299

Email: tartanrugs@aol.com

Web: www.tartanrugs.co.uk

The Scottish Government is proud to support the Scottish Fashion awards 2008 and Scotland's Higher Education and Further Education Institutions have a strong track record in producing world class creative talent, and we are pleased to be able to recognise the achievements of some of our talented young designers. www.scotland.org

Minister for Europe, External Affairs and Culture Linda Fabiani said: “ Scotland has a wealth of innovative designers and The Scottish Fashion Awards is a great showcase for our country’s fashion and design industry. We are delighted to be given this opportunity to help support Scottish fashion at this fantastic event.”