News & Events - 2009 Archive
Press Release
12th August 2009 - Creatiques Couture Cat Walk
The South coasts leading design studio held a fashion and hair event to demonstrate the complete customer service Creatiques provide at the studio, 96, Marmion Road, Southsea.
The newly refurbished wedding gown studio invited selected guests to join them for an evening of indulgence. Hair, make-up and elegant fashions were displayed and explained in the finest detail from hair products for glamorous shine, defined cheek bones and enhanced features to fabrics, sequins and style.
A particular theme of 50's style is now dominating the cat-walks across Europe and Creatiques have bought in designs to put them one-step ahead of the competition and meet the demand of their clients.
With the business growing, Creatiques have expanded their collection to include 'Mark Lesley Couture Bride' which arrived last month. The gorgeous new collection boasts timeless, sophisticated and elegant styles. Each gown has its own unique features, like delicate handmade flowers and exquisite crystal beadwork.
The additional Sweetheart collection has now arrived and there are plans to widen the range of designer gowns by Sarah Danielle and Justin Alexander still further, and also offer a wider range of mother-of-the-bride, bridesmaid and evening wear.
Andrew Pearce says: "Our aim is to provide our clients with a customer service that will put them at their ease, relax and pamper them and above all fulfil their expectations, plus that little bit more!"
To crown the overall look for any bride the 'dressing room' in store professional hair-salon, managed by Andrew Pearce, founder of Creatiques, will style your hair to suit you and the design of your dress. Also in-house jewellery designer and front man of the studio, Rob Pearce, will advise on jewellery, tiara and accessories to compliment the look you want to achieve.
All-in-all the complete service from this business duo will provide the foundations for your perfect wedding day plans. Why not call and make an appointment today - telephone Rob direct on 02392 826622.
In the past three years the business duo have scooped awards for Business Excellence, Best Business to Consumer Services a Gold Award for Outstanding Contribution to Business 2006 and 2007, plus retailer of the year 2008 and were finalists of The New small business of the year and business personality awards.
Creatiques also offer Belle Shoes, Vivien Sheriff Millinery and other top designers plus an extensive range of tiaras and jewellery which can be created specifically for you by Rob.
Visit Creatiques website for other events www.creatiques.co.uk Date for your diary 24th January 2010 when designer Justin Alexander will be at the studio to display his trunk show with many more new bridal gowns for your choice.
Ladies Night
11th - 12th August 2009
Fashion Show for designer evening gowns incorporating Colour and gowns.
Loreal colour uncovered event to be held at the dressing room at creatiques on the 11th and 12th august.
TICKET ONLY INVITATION
More info: http://www.colouruncovered.co.uk/events.aspx
Press release
7th July 2009 - New bridal gown collection arrives at Creatiques
The south coasts leading design studio Creatiques are celebrating the arrival of an exclusive collection by designer Mark Lesley.
'Mark Lesley Couture Bride' collection arrived this month and is now available from Creatiques. The gorgeous new collection boasts timeless, sophisticated and elegant styles. Each gown has its own unique features, like delicate handmade flowers and exquisite crystal beadwork.
This is just one of the new ranges to continue the expansion plans of Creatiques new studio at 96 Marmion Road which opened in April this year. Since the opening business has been up on last years figures, showing a distinct rise in foot-fall and sales.
Robert Pearce sales manager at Creatiques said; "A number of factors have contributed to the rise in clients, none more so than the expansion of our stock. We have increased our mother-of-the-bride collections and bridesmaid and evening wear too. Visitors to the studio have been very complimentary on how the shop design is the perfect setting for our gowns. It's been a very exciting couple of months and with the new stock arrival we are sure to keep up the pace".
Creatiques also offer hair packages for brides in a bespoke salon on the premises, 'the dressing room'. Andrew Pearce himself offers advice on colour and hair design for brides seeking that something extra special.
Creatiques also offer Belle Shoes by Paradox of London, Vivien Sheriff Millinery and other top designers plus an extensive range of tiaras and jewellery which can be created specifically for you.
Photograph caption: Two of 'Mark Lesley Couture Bride' designs from the Creatiques exclusive range.
Notes to editor
Further information about Creatiques can be found at www.creatiques.co.uk Also a video of the shops VIP pre-view event with an interview with Andrew & Rob.
If you require any further information please do not hesitate to call Rob on
023 9282 6622
Sweetheart Collection
July 2009
New collection of Sweetheart Dresses now in stock, please check out our collection.
"Southsea Directory" Press Release
15th April 2009 - Creatiques Couture the toast of Marmion Road, Southsea.(Click here for PDF Version)
More than 100, VIP guests were treated to Champagne and canapés to toast the opening of the South coasts leading design studio Creatiques Couture’s new premises, at 96, Marmion Road, Southsea.
Guests poured in on Tuesday evening, to admire the newly refurbished studio, stunning dresses and chic décor. This was a showcase preview before the expanding wedding gown business opens its doors to the public this week.
Creatiques is not new to Marmion Road, as its established business started out at number 87. The move to the much larger premises means it can now offer not only a wider range of bridal gowns, designer wedding fashions, jewellery and much more, but also its bespoke hair salon ‘the dressing room’.
Andrew West and civil partner Robert Pearce have combined their two business ventures under one roof to provide a top-to-toe service for brides on the South coast.
In-house jewellery designer and front man of the studio, Robert Pearce, commented; “We are very excited about the business expansion and delighted with the way the new studio looks. It’s been hard work getting everything ready for opening, but now we can launch a new season in exquisite style.”
Andrew West, founder of Creatiques, added; “We would like to say a personal thank you to all our guests for their support and encouragement, and for wishing us well for the next stage of our business development”.
There will be a special bride-to-be open day on Sunday, 19th April 2009 by invitation only. All brides attending will be given a 10% discount voucher to be redeemed against any gown in the studio.
To register for your exclusive ticket go to www.creatiques.co.uk or telephone Rob direct on 02392 826622.
>> See the Shop Opening video HERE
Here you can get a feel for the enviroment that we work in, get a chance to meet us (the owners) and take a look around the shop in a virtual sense
"City Life" Press Release
19th March 2009 - Thriving business duo blossoms amidst the recessions gloom(Click here for PDF Version)
Having firmly positioned their business Creatiques Couture wedding gowns at the top of its industry! Entrepreneurial duo, Andrew West and civil partner Robert Pearce, are not content to stop there.
The South coasts leading design studio Creatiques expansion plans are already underway to develop premises at 96, Marmion Road, Southsea, opposite where the firm currently have its established business at number 87.
“Rob and I are very excited about the new premises which will open Wednesday 15th April. The move will triple our shop floor space enabling us to offer our clients a wider choice of gowns. However, there are obviously some reservations due to the current economic climate.
“We needed to take this into consideration, so having done our homework and research it shows that although there is a lack of spending on the high-street, the wedding industry does appear to be holding its own right now.” said Andrew West, founder of Creatiques.
An exclusive design team from Laura Ashley are working closely with the business partners to refurbish the shop. Lavish drapes and crystal chandeliers will form the perfect backdrop to showcase the stunning collection of wedding gowns by top designers such as, Sarah Danielle, Justin Alexander, White Rose, Mark Lesley and its very own Creatiques range.
To embellish the feeling of glamour and luxury the new premises will also be home to Creatiques hair salon, ‘the dressing room’, providing the crowning glory to complete that stylish look.
Creatiques hair packages for brides and their entourage have been on offer for a number of years and Andrew himself will now have the facilities at his finger-tips in a bespoke salon on the premises. This can only enhance the Creatiques service experience for brides seeking that something extra special.
In-house jewellery designer and front man of the studio, Rob, added; “We feel the service that we provide, is not only our range of superior quality gowns with exclusive style, but our dedicated appointment system ensures we provide a personal service. This allows us to give our un-divided attention to each of our brides, turning their dreams of finding the right gown, into reality.”
Creatiques also offer Belle Shoes by Paradox of London, Vivien Sheriff Millinery and other top designers plus an extensive range of tiaras and jewellery which can be created specifically for you. Other designs for bridesmaids, mother-of-the-bride, ball-gowns and prom dresses are also available.