Free fashion shows to kick off summer shopping

Showcase: The Cabot Circus fashion shows begin on Friday for two days

By Suzi Dixon

Fashionistas from Bristol and beyond will be flocking to Cabot Circus this weekend for a series of free catwalk shows presenting the hottest trends for summer.

Starting on Friday, the shows will feature the latest looks from the 120 high street and upmarket stores on site. Expect summer trends such as military, graphic prints and cage heels, showcasing essential pieces that will brighten up the sparsest of wardrobes.

If you’d like advice to help you hone your style, visitors will also be able to find out how to make the catwalk trends work for them at a ‘fashion and beauty playground’ in Quakers Friars. Experts will be on hand to dispense advice on creating looks using the season’s key pieces and adapting your outfit for different occasions.

And if you are inspired to put those ideas into practise, key retailers will be offering discounts for items bought on the day.

Further inspiration, from fabulous clothes to brilliant beauty buys, will be showcased in glass cubes scattered around Cabot Circus and Quakers Friars, with all shoppers being invited to enter a prize draw for a chance to win the contents.

The shows are being created by top stylist Ricky Partner, who has worked with a host of designer names such as Jasper Conran, Matthew Williamson and Julian Macdonald. They will also feature eye-catching choreography from Vicki Jackson, whose credits include Top of the Pops, MTV, Ronan Keating and Urban Cookie Collective.

“The shops are full of beautiful, versatile and effortlessly wearable pieces this season and the catwalk shows and fashion clinic will showcase the huge variety of trends available,” said Ricky.

“Cabot Circus offers an extensive range of fashion, beauty and accessory brands, so it’s never been easier to find your own look and ensure a stylish spring and summer ahead.”