New 'Twist Magazine' Feature!

The new online fashion magazine 'The Twist' has featured our beautiful handbags! See the link below:

http://www.thetwst.com/carmen.html

Interview on Anglotopia.net!

Our designer Carmen Woods has been featured in an interview about British design on Anglotopia.net! Look at the link below:

http://www.anglotopia.net/anglophilia/guest-post-a-brief-guide-to-current-british-fashion-trends/

Our New Printed Collection Featured on 'Elle.com'!

OMG! Our new printed clutch collection is on Elle.com as one of their best buys of the week! See our new pre Spring/Summer ’12 collection at carmenwoods.com for a sneak preview of our digital print collection!

http://www.elleuk.com/shop/in-store-this-week/best-buys-of-the-week-12th-december-2011/%28img%29/2#gallery

'Silk Fred' is Now Open!

The new online designer boutique ‘Silk Fred’ is now open for business! Our beautiful collections ‘Carmen’, ‘CW’ and ‘CW Gadgets’ are in stock, so have a look at the link below!

http://www.silkfred.com

Christmas Competition at the 'Independent Boutique'!

Want to win one of our stunning iCases? Look at the link below or go to our stockist the 'Independent Boutique' at this link: http://www.independentboutique.com/blog/the-british-christmas-competition-guess-the-number-of-buttons-in-the-jar/

Good luck!

https://www.facebook.com/photo.php?fbid=309974765679205&set=a.300916083251740.80811.208784272464922&type=3&theater

Party Clutches for the Christmas Season!

Our stunning party clutches are taking centre stage for our new press release! From our animal-skin inspired ‘Rosa’ and ‘Toto’ to our classic ‘Papaver’ and ‘Olea’, there are styles and prices to suit everyone this Christmas season!

'Made In Clerkenwell' Starts This Weekend!

The exciting Christmas shopping event 'Made In Clerkenwell' starts this weekend in London! We’ll be taking part showing our gorgeous collection of handbags. It's from Thursday evening to Sunday afternoon with over 60 fashion designers and jewellers! Look forward to seeing you there! See the link below for more details.

http://craftcentral.org.uk/madeinclerkenwell

'CW Zebra iCase' Features in 'The List' Magazine Christmas Gift Guide!

Our beautiful ‘CW Zebra iCase’ in cream and gold leather has been chosen for ‘The List’ Magazine Christmas Gift Guide! To see our stylish Smart Phone holder look on page 36 at the link below.

issuu.com/thelistltd/docs/wishlist2011

'Made In Clerkenwell' Open Studios Starts Next Week!

We're taking part in the Winter Open Studios again!
Our gorgeous handbags will be on show at the most exciting shopping event this Christmas!
We'll be on the first floor in the Clerkenwell Road building.
All the event info is below. Look forward to seeing you there!

The Event:
Avoid the high street crowds and meet over 100 designer makers across Craft Central’s two fascinating buildings.
Prepare to be tempted by exceptional craft and design; from fashion, jewellery, and accessories, to contemporary ceramics, products for the home, and bespoke commissions. Whether you’ve got an hour to pop in or a whole day to explore, mingle with the makers in the studios where they work their magic. There’s lots to see and one ticket allows unlimited access over the 4 days, including the launch event on Thursday and Friday’s late night shopping!
For details of the designers exhibiting see www.craftcentral.org.uk/madeinclerkenwell

Opening Times and Admission:
Admission £2.50 per person
Under 16’s free
Two buildings for the price of one!Your ticket permits re-admission to both buildings for the entire weekend.

Thurs 24th November, 5–8pm
Fri 25th November, 12noon–8pm
Sat 26th and Sun 27th, 12noon–6pm

Where To Find Us:
Made in Clerkenwell is spread across
Craft Central's two buildings:
21 Clerkenwell Green, EC1R 0DX
33–35 St John’s Square, EC1M 4DS21

We'll be on the first floor at:
21 Clerkenwell Green (near Farringdon tube station)
London EC1R 0DX

Our 'CW Tiger iClutch' Makes the Press Again!

Our striking 'CW Tiger iClutch’ has grabbed some press attention again! See the link below for the full interview about the new online store ’Silk Fred’ and of course, our lovely designs!

http://www.fashionistacentral.com/magazine/read/fashionista-central-interview--silkfred_379.html

Newest Stockist 'Silk Fred' Launches Soon!

From December our stunning handbag collection will be available at 'Silk Fred'! It's an amazing new fashion online store which will showcase the newest and most exciting UK fashion brands! Have a look at their blog to see what they're up to!

http://silkfred.tumblr.com

Party Clutches on the 'Samantha Ria' Blog!

Our gorgeous party clutches are gracing the blog of 'Samantha Ria'! Look at the link below!

http://samantharia.com/2011/11/carmen-woods-new-bags

Tiger iClutch in this week's 'The Stylist'!

Look at this week’s Style List at 'The Stylist'! Our CW Tiger iClutch in yellow leather and canvas has been featured!

http://www.stylist.co.uk/fashion/style-list/this-weeks-style-list-24#

Interview with 'Independent Boutique'!

'Independent Boutique' has intereviewed our designer Carmen Woods!
Look at the link below for the full article.

http://www.independentboutique.com/blog/interview-with-british-handbag-designer-carmen-woods

Gadget Collection Featured on 'Samantha Ria'!

Our stunning new gadget range has been featured on Samantha Ria's blog! Look at this link!

http://samantharia.com/2011/10/carmen-woods-geek-chic/

New Feature on 'Lady M Presents'!

We've been featured on the chic fashion blogsite 'Lady M Presents'! Look at the link below for all the details!

http://www.ladympresents.co.uk/carmen-woods-luxurious-bags-animal-print-accessories

Our New 'CW' Gadget Holders Previewed on 'Deer Brains'!

Our new gadget holders have been previewed on 'Deer Brains'. Post your comments online at the link below. More of this range will be showing on our website from next week!

http://deerbrains.blogspot.com/2011/10/carmen-woods.html

'Carmen Woods' Coming Soon To 'Silk Fred'!

Have a look at this brilliant fashion community on Facebook! Very soon their online boutique will be launched and our beautiful handbag collection will be featured with them!

http://www.facebook.com/pages/SilkFredcom/210078662345839

New Damatian Spot Clutches!

Look at this month's press release, showing our new Dalmatian spot inspired clutches!

Shop of the Week with Southend Radio!

We're shop of the week with Southend Radio!!! Just been on the show with Tracey Cooper!!

Interview with 'Southend Radio'!

Listen to 'Southend Radio' this Sunday between 9.40 and 10am! Our designer Carmen Woods is being interviewed about our gorgeous handbags! See the link below.
http://southendradio.chttp://www.blogger.com/img/blank.gifom/onair/page.asp?id=271

Our New 'CW' iClutch Featured in October's 'Instyle' Magazine!

Instyle UK | See Inside Page 117 | October 2011 | Zinio Digital Magazines & Books
Our new ‘CW’ iclutch is featured in October’s ‘Instyle’ Magazine! The striking canvas and yellow leather design is on the right hand side of page 117! Have a look at this link or buy yourself a copy to see our latest Carmen bag!

Now online at www.carmenwoods.com and instore at the 'Carmen' Boutique in Leigh-on-Sea. More gadget holders designs and stunning leather colours soon to follow!

'Britain & Ireland's Next Top Model' Imogen Models for Carmen Woods!

See our new photo shoot with Imogen from ‘Britain & Ireland’s Next Top Model’! Stunning Imogen is also a fan of Carmen Woods handbags! More gorgeous images will be featured next week, so watch this space!

www.carmenwoods.com

New Satchels and Slouchys for Autumn!

Look at our classic satchels and slouchy bags, ready for Autumn! See our new press release.

'The Detour' Features Our Toto Clutch!

Our gorgeous 'CW' Toto Clutch has been featured on the online fashion magazine 'The Detour'! Have a look at the link below!

http://www.thedetour.co.uk/fashion/2011/0711/2007/nadia-minkoff-clutch-bag/nadia-minkoff-clutch-bag.htm

Jessie J is a Fan of 'Carmen Woods' Handbags!

Jessie J is a fan of Carmen Woods handbags!
She uses our ‘Rosa Tiger Clutch’ in Fuchsia Leather and Canvas from the New ‘CW Animal Skin’ Collection!

Carmen Woods Featured on 'TS NewYork'!

Blogger and online boutique owner Daniel Dunt has written about our beautiful collections on 'TS New York'! We will also be stocked by his new boutique in the Autumn! Look at the link below for his article.

http://www.tsnewyork.com/index/carmen-woods

Carmen Woods Clutch Collection Now Selling in Ibiza!

Our stunning collection is now selling in Ibiza! Look at the link below to see ‘Milu Fashion’ owner Olivia Nemeth’s profile!

http://www.white-ibiza.com/ibiza-style-milu-fashion

'The Metro' Features Our 'CW' Rosa Clutch!

Look at our striking ‘CW’ Rosa Clutch in Gold and Silver! It’s made page 19 of ‘The Metro’ today! See the top right hand side of the page under the ‘Mulberry’ Lily Bag!

E4's Charlotte De Carle Spotted Wearing a 'Carmen Woods' Filbert Satchel!

Charlotte de Carle, celebrity model and star of the new E4 TV show ‘Dirty Sexy Things’ is a fan of our lovely bags! Stunning Charlotte was spotted wearing our Filbert Satchel in Patent Blue leather! See the link to her recent interview for E4 below.
http://www.e4.com/dirtysexythings/style/charlotte.html

Carmen Woods Summer Sale Starts Tomorrow!

Join us for our summer sale at the ‘Carmen Boutique’!
121, Broadway West, Leigh-on-Sea, Essex SS9 2BU

Starting tomorrow at midday a selection of our luxury leather handbags will have 30% off throughout July!
With fantastic prices starting at £25 this sale cannot be missed!

Also from this week-end our new ‘CW Animal Skin’ Range of Clutches will be in-store and online at www.carmenwoods.com.

New Press Piece Featuring Our Gorgeous Clutches!

Look at the latest press piece from Gossip PR featuring our colourful clutches!

Product of the Week at The Junction Boutique!

Our striking CW Rosa Clutch in Silver and Gold is 'Product of the Week' at The Junction Boutique! Look at the link below!

http://thejunctionboutique.co.uk

'Get Hitched' Fashion Event Starts Tomorrow!

'Get Hitched' at The Craft Central starts tomorrow from 4! We wil be showing our stunning new clutch collection all weekend until 5 on Saturday. Hope to see you there!

'Craft Central Gets Hitched' Fashion Event!

We're taking part in the exciting new fashion event at the 'Craft Central' in central London next weekend! We'll be selling our gorgeous new range of clutches in stunning Italian leather! See all the info below.


Event Dates: 23-25 June 2011
Join us for a drink at the Special Launch Night on Thurs 23 June, 4-8pm
Late Night Shopping on Fri 24 June, 11am - 7pm
Avoid the High Street crowds on Sat 25 June, 11am – 5pm.
Location: 33-35 St John’s Square, London EC1M 4DS
FREE ADMISSION


Wedding coming up? Fed up of sprawling soulless commercial wedding fairs? Compact and bijoux, get personal at Craft Central! All you need to add a handmade touch to the big day. From the bride herself to guests looking for the ideal gift, there’s something for everyone…

In the spirit of the Royal weddings, Craft Central launches its first wedding fair in June – Craft Central Gets Hitched is the ultimate shopping treat to tackle those wedding ‘to do’ lists. Give your wedding some character and browse unique, handmade products. Perhaps commission your own piece or discover a bespoke design service – our designers are as excited about your big day as you are (well, almost) so come and meet them!

From ‘classic’ wedding essentials, to the slightly more unusual, products on offer will include: Bridal fashion; Invitations;

Bookbinding for photo albums; Millinery; Jewellery (rings in particular!); Wedding branding; Gifts (such as Ceramics, Interior Products, Silversmithing, etc); Tasteful Hen/Stag fashion and accessories; Father/Mother of Bride/Groom fashion and accessories; Bunting; Decorations; Favours and table paraphernalia… Craft Central Gets Hitched is a one stop wedding shop!

It’s not only future brides and grooms who’ll appreciate Craft Central Gets Hitched. The entire guest list (from family
and bridesmaids/groomsmen to the evening guests) will be thoroughly spoilt for choice…

Party Clutches for the Summer!

We've just published a new project to our Behance Portfolio! Look at the link below.

http://www.behance.net/gallery/Party-Cluthes-for-the-Summer/1583791

Our Summer Bags are on 'The Scoop'!

Look at our lovely summery bags featured on 'The Scoop' this week! Go to the link below to see these gorgeous photos on the chic online fashion magazine!

http://www.the-scoop.info/2011/05/carmen-woods-leather-bag-designs.html

'CW Small Toto Clutch' Featured in 'East Magazine'!

Our striking 'CW Small Toto Clutch' in Black, Fuchsia and Gold leather has been featured in Mays edition of 'East Magazine'! See the link below on page 13!

http://issuu.com/eastmagazine/docs/may_2011_pdf

Exclusive Interview in 'Attire Accessories' Magazine!

Our designer Carmen Woods has been featured in an exclusive interview in ‘Attire Accessories Magazine’ this month! Look at the links below:

http://www.attireaccessories.com/image_upload/flippingbook/AA26/index.htm#/74/
http://www.attireaccessories.com/image_upload/flippingbook/AA26/index.htm#/76/

Our Gorgeous 'CW Small Toto Clutch' Featured in 'Attire Accessories' Magazine!

Our gorgeous ‘Small Toto Clutch’ in Fuchsia, Black and Gold Leather from our ‘CW’ diffusion range has been featured in this month’s ‘Attire Accessories’ magazine!

Handbags Too Hot to Handle!

Look at our fantastic handbags for the summer! We’ve got some stunning styles in hot Fuchsia Pink Italian leather! See our recent press release for all the details.

'Made In Clerkenwell' Open Studios Starts Tomorrow!

Don't forget, 'Made In Clerkenwell' Open Studios opens tomorrow for the weekend! It’s an exciting shopping event with some gorgeous fashion and jewellery collections from many talented designers. Come to Farringdon in central London to see our gorgeous new leather handbag collection! We'll be on the first floor at the 21 Clerkenwell Green building. Hope to see you there!

New Feature in 'Oxford Life' Magazine!

Our ‘Carmen’ Silverbell Slouchy in this season’s biggest colour trend Peony Purple has been featured in ‘Oxford Life’ magazine! Our beautiful handbag is at the bottom of the page.

Introductory Discount at 'Independent Boutique'!

We have joined the new online store ‘IndependentBoutique’ which sells the best of Independent British Brands. See the attached file for discounts on our gorgeous bags and other stunning designer collections!

http://www.independentboutique.com

'Made In Clerkenwell' Shopping Event!

We're taking part in the brilliant shopping event 'Made In Clerkenwell' at 'The Craft Central' in London from 19th to 22nd May! Come to see our stunning collection alongside other fantastic designers! Here's all the info below:

Avoid the high street crowds and meet over 90 designer makers across Craft Central’s two fascinating buildings.

Prepare to be tempted by exceptional craft and design; from fashion, jewellery and accessories, to contemporary ceramics, products for the home, and bespoke commissions. Whether you’ve got an hour to pop in or a whole day to explore, mingle with the makers in the studios
where they work their magic. There’s lots to see and one ticket allows unlimited access over the 4 days, including the launch event on Thursday and Friday’s late night shopping!

For details of the designers exhibiting see www.craftcentral.org.uk/madeinclerkenwell

Opening times and admission
Admission £2.50 per person
Under 16’s free
Two buildings for the price of one!
Your ticket permits re-admission to both buildings for the entire weekend.
(this fee helps support Craft Central's charitable aims)

Thurs 19th May, 5–8pm
Fri 20th May, 12noon–8pm
Sat 21st and Sun 22nd, 12noon–6pm

'Product of the Week!'

Our lovely 'CW Rosa Clutch' in Tan and Gold leather has been chosen as 'Product of the Week' at 'The Junction Boutique'! See the link below:

http://thejunctionboutique.co.uk

New Feature in 'The Echo'!

Our designer Carmen Woods has been featured in the local paper ‘The Echo’ showing our stunning new CW diffusion range!

Product of the Day at 'The Junction Boutique'!

Our lovely Fuchsia Pink Antigua Tote from our CW collection has been chosen as 'Product of the Day' at the 'Junction Boutique'! See the link below:

http://www.facebook.com/home.php#!/thejunctionboutique

'CW' Collection Now Stocked at 'Bouf'!

Our striking ‘CW’ diffusion range is now stocked at ‘Bouf’! A great fashion and lifestyle website which celebrates British design! See the link below.

http://carmenwoods.bouf.com/products

Colour Blocking Trend

Look at our lovely CW collection covering the massive colour blocking trend!

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Product of the Week at 'The Junction Boutique'!

Our beautiful CW Cruz in Coral is product of the week at 'The Junction Boutique'! See the link below.

http://thejunctionboutique.co.uk

'Deep City' Features CW Diffusion Collection for their Launch!

The chic new fashion and lifestyle website ‘Deep City’ has launched this week! Our stunning diffusion range CW has been featured in their very first edition! See the link below.

http://www.deepcity.co.uk/fashion/deep-city-carmen-woods