A great feature of vogue’s archive website is that you can search through the archive by decade, brand, designer or photographer.  It is also possible to view the results by article, images, covers or ads.  This site is impressively organised, and allows users to have all the vogue fashion magazine information right at the click of a mouse button.

At the moment, all of the archive is only open to subscribers.  However, if you are part of a company and you want access for research, then you can contact Vogue to obtain a package deal.  The cost of subscription is fairly high.  However, this is to completely eliminate the need to allow people to place adverts within the site, keeping the site clean and effective.

Derek Lam, creative director of Tod’s, said “What makes this collaboration with Anne so perfect is that she is not only a young actress with accomplished roles to her credit, but she is also one to watch for her creative choices.  She generates excitement based on the quality of her work, modern beauty and intelligence.”  The collection will be aimed at a younger market, one that Tod’s sees as being more fashion-forward.   The bags featured in the range draw on inspiration from Andy Warhol and Bourdin, being described as coming in “strong, decisive tones” such as electric blue, fuchsia, deep red, lavender and black.

Hathaway, famous for her starring roles in films such as The Devil Wears Prada, said “The designs are classic and the materials are of the highest quality.  As a result, they don’t grow older they only grow better, just like a woman.”

The Tod’s campaign will take advantage of the publicity surrounding Hathaway’s latest role as the iconic Catwoman in the newest instalment of the Batman franchise.

Anne Hathaway

Picture Courtesy of Anthony Citrano

Custom printing design is a growing market, and it is becoming increasingly easier to commission good quality, interesting designs for your t-shirts.  Dedicated and talented t shirt printing designers are able to work with businesses to create an eye-catching and attractive design that will communicate their message. Once the design has been chosen, it is important to ensure that the method of printing is correct for the business needs.

The most popular form of custom printing on a t-shirt is screen printing, as it has a low cost and enables companies to produce a large number of garments at once.  Screen printing is reliable and means that stencils can be saved and used again.

Digital printing is also a popular option and is ideal for a limited number of t-shirts.  Slightly more expensive, this method of printing produces sharp images and allows photos to be printed directly on to the t-shirts with the use of computer technology. Many online printing companies like Adlogo offer these kind of services and many more to ensure you get the right finish for your product.

Heat transfer printing is a fairly easy procedure, and one that can be carried out using custom designs and without any ink by-products leaking onto the t-shirt.

Whichever the method of printing, most businesses know that a clever design is the first step in ensuring a t-shirt carries the correct message.

A T-shirt can be printed with any design.  There are many companies who offer T-shirt printing services that have a portfolio of designs for you to look at, but if you need something personal this can also be accommodated.

T-shirts can also be printed and used as fun gifts for birthdays or anniversaries.  They are unique and personal to the individual and can even include photographs if required.  T-shirt printing does not take long to do, but if bulk orders are required the company you are ordering from may ask for plenty of notice regarding when you need them.

Personalised T-shirts can make great presents for children.  They can have literally any image you want on them, from their favourite cartoon character to the hottest pop star of the moment.  Personalised T-shirts are one of the most versatile gifts anyone could give.

There are many companies offering t shirt printing services, and usually the more you order the more money you save.  For companies with many employees to provide uniforms for this can be a really cost effective way of doing so.  Stag and hen parties who might just want 10 or 15 T-shirts may also be able to find good discounts.

However, unfortunately there’s some bad news.  This is the bad news buzz about the brand: co-founder Joe Corre has decided to take a back seat from the label.  He will still own shares in the luxury yet provocative undies, but will no longer be inputting design fashion.  Joe Corre is the son of Vivienne Westwood, and he started the business with his now ex-wife, Serena Rees.

It is said that he wishes to concentrate on other projects, such as his menswear label, A Child of the Jago.  The move may not come as such as shock to insiders, as it has been reported that Corre has had little creative input in recent collections.  Rather, he oversaw the work of Sarah Shotton, the head designer at Agent Provocateur. 

As well as the growing success of the lingerie lines of the brand, the company has a second line of jewellery coming out soon: hot on the heels of the triumph of the first.  Corre has truly built a brand to be proud of.

Using customised t-shirts for sports events or charity fundraisers is a great way to raise awareness and many online retailers offer discounts for buying in bulk, such as Splash Logo, who offer not only clothing that can be printed on but a wide range of other products. Customised clothing is also ideal if you’re looking for company work wear, it means you can also advertise your business on the clothing your staff wear, as well as having a regimented uniform that everyone adheres to.