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From kitchen table to top table …
LS Productions – a global production company that started life on a kitchen table by a former air stewardess – is officially recognised as one of the UK’s fastest growing private companies
- Set up in Edinburgh by Marie Owen – with 3 kids under the age of 5 – the company has gone from strength to strength being named on two prestigious lists of fastest growing UK private companies
- LS Productions was Grammy-nominated for its work on its second Harry Styles music video (‘Adore You’) and works with high profile celebrities including Zendaya, Ed Sheeran and Cristiano Ronaldo
- With ambition to become a £40 million turnover business in the next two years, the company provides production services to clients for commercials, fashion, sport, music videos and film and TV projects working across the globe.
LS Productions – whose headquarters are in Leith – is celebrating appearances on The Sunday Times 100 and FEBE Growth 100 lists – which recognise the UK’s fastest growing private companies.
Both lists celebrate British business at its best – highlighting founders that are driving their companies to deliver significant sales, revenue and profit, against a backdrop of unprecedented economic challenges.
With their headquarters in Edinburgh, LS Productions are the UK’s largest production service company with additional offices in London and Manchester.
LS’s recent growth is down in part to the expansion of their services into the international film & TV sectors, taking on global TV and film production service projects over the last 18 months, with recent projects including Ghosted (Skydance / Apple TV),episodes of the Bachelor (NZK Productions / Warner Bros Entertainment / ABC) and a Kind of Spark (CBBC / BYUtv America).
As part of this growth they have also added a warm water production and location facility in Malta to further bolster their international offering.
In conjunction with this expansion, the LS growth can also be directly attributed to a commitment to invest in and recruit talent in the LS’s core production specialisms, including commercials, fashion, music and sport.
The diversification of these business streams was a deliberate move to weather the storm faced by the production industry in a post Covid landscape.
Across this period LS has worked on a succession of high profile service production projects ranging from Ed Sheeran’s latest album Subtract (Freenjoy / Directed by Mia Barnes), Harry Styles ‘Adore You (Freenjoy / Directed by Dave Meyers), Valentino’s Pink Dreams starring Zendaya (Marcell Rev / Michael Bailey Gates) and ‘You’re Up’ featuring Cristiano Ronaldo for Nike (Wieden & Kennedy/ Directed by Megaforce).
Not only this but Covid also provided cause for reflection about where the business saw itself creatively in the long term and how they could look to continue to stay true to their values of being ‘creative at heart’ which drove further diversification with the arrival of an original content arm in the form of LS Films.
Thanks to this successful business strategy, LS has seen a two year growth of 273% and boasts sales of £20 million.
Speaking about the recognition, CEO and Founder Marie Owen – who has lived in Edinburgh her whole life, said: “I’m beyond thrilled to see LS Productions name appear on such prestigious lists, in fact I can’t quite believe it!
“If you could have told me that we’d be appearing on lists like these when I started the business back in 2006 from my kitchen table I’d probably have laughed and said ‘are you joking’! I
“t’s such a fantastic achievement and so rewarding to see all the incredible hard work and dedication that myself and the team have put in to get recognised.
“Both in terms of growing a world-class global production company, but also a business that people genuinely love working for that is firmly rooted in the values of kindness, hard work and learning.”
Marie continued: “”Post Covid we had to completely re-evaluate where we wanted to go – not just professionally but personally. So we went, quite literally back to our roots – which meant investing heavily in specialised expertise to develop focused business streams; Fashion, Sport, Commercial, Music Videos, Film & TV Service and an original content division called LS Films.
“This robust diversification gives LS a solid foundation in an industry that is notorious for huge highs and steep lows because we’re not overly dependent on one particular stream and it also allows us to explore our creative passion with LS Films.”
The full 100 rankings can be viewed:
PYCP’s pop up shop open today
TEEN BOUTIQUE – SATURDAY 1st JULY 10am – 1pm
PY Teen Boutique: Splash Out This Summer!
Mark your calendars! Our Teen Boutique pop up shop is back this Summer!
Our first shop is on Saturday July 1st 10am – 1pm – come along and catch some bargains!
Edinburgh brides can enjoy an exclusive evening of fizz and fashion with designer Alice Temperley MBE
Award-winning bridal boutique, Rachel Scott Couture, welcomes British fashion icon to Scotland for first time
Her designs have graced the likes of HRH Princess of Wales, Beyoncé and Madonna. Her accolades include the title of English Print Designer of the Year and Best Young Designer of the Year.
Vogue magazine described her as “Making the biggest waves in British fashion”. And in 2011 she earned an MBE for her services to the fashion industry.
Today, Alice Temperley MBE is one of the UK’s most revered fashion designers, and this month Scotland will welcome her for the first time as the award-winning bridal boutique, Rachel Scott Couture, hosts an exclusive evening in her honour.
Taking place in Edinburgh on Thursday 27th April 2023, Rachel Scott Couture presents ‘An Evening with Alice Temperley’. Brides-to-be can expect a luxury shopping experience like no other, featuring fizz, fashion, and all the latest looks from this celebrated designer presented in the intimate setting of the Rachel Scott Couture showroom.
On display will be a carefully curated edit of Temperley London designs from the bridalwear, eveningwear and heritage collections. Plus, Alice Temperley herself will be on-hand to discuss her signature style of wonderfully whimsical ethereal embroidery and bohemian embellishment.
The Temperley London trunk show will then be available to view by private appointment at Rachel Scott Couture, Friday 28th – Sunday 30th April.
Speaking ahead of ‘An Evening with Alice Temperley’, owner of Rachel Scott Couture, Rachel Snedden, reveals; “I am so excited to welcome designer Alice Temperley to Scotland for the first time.
“I have long been a fan of her designs – each one beautifully sculptural, intricately detailed, and uniquely romantic – everything a bride longs for in a dress.
“I am absolutely thrilled to be able to provide Edinburgh brides with this rare and exciting opportunity to see the dresses up close and to actually talk to the iconic designer responsible for creating them.”
‘An Evening with Alice Temperley’ will take place at Rachel Scott Couture, 29b Dundas Street, Edinburgh, EH3 6QQ, on Thursday 27th April 2023, 6-8pm.
The event is free to attend but registration is essential as tickets are strictly limited. To request a ticket, email hello@rachelscottcouture.co.uk or call 0131 556 1520.
The Temperley London trunk show, featuring designs from the bridalwear, eveningwear and heritage collection, will be available to view at Rachel Scott Couture Friday 28th – Sunday 30th April.
To book an appointment during the trunk show weekend, head to:
www.rachelscottcouture.co.uk/pages/enquiries-appointments.
New images by David Eustace are revealed as tickets for Beyond the Little Black Dress go on sale
Tickets for the National Museum of Scotland’s summer exhibition Beyond the Little Black Dress go on sale tomorrow, Friday 3 March.
Tickets for the National Museum of Scotland’s summer exhibition Beyond the Little Black Dress go on sale tomorrow, Friday 3 March, 2023.
The major fashion exhibition, which runs from 1 July to 29 October 2023, demonstrates how an iconic wardrobe staple has become a blank canvas for designers to convey political and cultural ideas.
When Coco Chanel introduced her simple short black dress in 1926 it was hailed by US Vogue as “the frock that all the world will wear”. From Chanel’s pioneering day dress through to innovative modern creations, the exhibition uses the lens of the ‘LBD’ to explore representations of gender, race, sexuality and subcultural styles.
Featuring classic fashion houses such as Dior, Balenciaga and Yves Saint Laurent, Beyond the Little Black Dress also includes garments from contemporary designers like Comme des Garçons, Maximilian, Molly Goddard and Gareth Pugh.
To mark tickets for Beyond the Little Black Dress going on sale, a pair of images by photographer David Eustace have been unveiled.
Georgina Ripley, Principal Curator of Modern and Contemporary Design at National Museums Scotland said: “We are delighted to announce that tickets are now on sale for our biggest ever fashion exhibition, Beyond the Little Black Dress.
“These new images by David Eustace, one of Scotland’s best known photographers, give visitors an exciting taste of what they will see in the exhibition. Featuring two looks by groundbreaking British designer Gareth Pugh, they demonstrate how contemporary designers are subverting expectations and putting their own mark on a wardrobe staple.”
The photographs show Scottish model Zelda Smyth in two striking Gareth Pugh dresses, which will be featured in the exhibition. One is hand-embroidered with black plastic drinking straws and the other embellished with bin bags woven into extraordinary forms. The ‘neo-goth’ designer regularly challenges classical fashion norms and uses unexpected materials to disrupt the conventions of high fashion.
David Eustace said: “Beyond the Little Black Dress explores how designers are really pushing the creative boundaries to challenge what we think we know about an iconic garment, and that’s particularly evident in these two striking dresses by Gareth Pugh.
“Little black dresses made of bin bags or plastic drinking straws might not immediately evoke a sense of glamour, but their clever construction, the manner in which they move and the way the light plays on the materials transforms them into high fashion pieces worthy of the red carpet. They were a joy to photograph and I look forward to seeing them on display in this unique exhibition.”
Sponsored by Baillie Gifford, Beyond the Little Black Dress spans a century of fashion, considering the role of the colour black in a global context. The issue of sustainability of the fashion industry is pulled into focus, looking at the future of production, including garments that utilise smart technologies.
Black British design is celebrated through looks from Maximilian, A-COLD-WALL* and Joe Casely-Hayford among others.
Beyond the Little Black Dress will be accompanied by a publication and programme of events. Tickets will be available to book at www.nms.ac.uk/littleblackdress.
National Museums Scotland Members free.
Book in advance to save, general admission: Adult £12-14.50, Over 60s £10-12.50, Student, Unemployed, Disabled, Young Scot £7.50-10, Under 16s Free, Carers Free
Discounts available for groups of 10 or more
Beyond the Little Black Dress
Saturday 1 July to Sunday 29 October 2023
National Museum of Scotland, Chambers Street, Edinburgh
nms.ac.uk/littleblackdress
#BeyondLBD
A new exhibition at the National Museum of Scotland will deconstruct the little black dress, examining the radical power of the colour black in fashion. From design classics to cutting-edge catwalk creations, Beyond the Little Black Dress (1 July to 29 October 2023) will bring together more than 60 striking looks from collections and designers around the world.
The colour black can be interpreted in many subtle and often contradictory ways. The exhibition will explore how its complexities have made the little black dress simultaneously expressive of piety and perversion, respect and rebellion; from the well-mannered cocktail attire of the early 20th century to the leather and latex worn by members of punk and fetish subcultures.
Beyond the Little Black Dress will open with a simple, short black dress designed by Coco Chanel in 1926. Considered radically modern, it disregarded convention entirely in both the stark design and sombre shade, that had traditionally been associated with mourning.
At the time it was hailed by US Vogue as “the frock that all the world will wear”. The ‘little black dress’ became a wardrobe staple, a symbol of femininity and a byword for chic, with each new silhouette capturing the spirit of its time.
The little black dress remains a blank canvas for broader political and cultural shifts. It can challenge social norms around race, gender and sexuality to reflect evolving ideals of beauty and identity, proving its infinite capacity for reinvention.
Visitors to Beyond the Little Black Dress, which is sponsored by Baillie Gifford Investment Managers, will discover a century of fashion in a series of themed, immersive displays. Iconic early pieces by Yves Saint Laurent, Dior and Jean Muir will be juxtaposed with recent looks by ground-breaking contemporary designers and brands like Gareth Pugh, Simone Rocha and Off-White.
Areas of the exhibition will be dedicated to highlighting Black British designers whose work explores both Blackness in terms of identity, and the role the colour black plays in crafting a futuristic, sci-fi aesthetic. Elsewhere, the exhibition considers how perceptions of the colour black differ in a global context, as well as how the intervention of smart technologies are establishing a blueprint for a more sustainable future.
Georgina Ripley, Principal Curator, Modern and Contemporary Design at National Museums Scotland, said: “Few garments are as iconic as the little black dress, which has often been held up by the fashion industry as the one piece every woman should have in her wardrobe.
“It has evolved dramatically in the century since its creation. From a simple shift dress which helped democratise women’s fashion to a bold political statement, it has moved through various iterations which reflect changing ideals of beauty and body image.
“Displaying classic couture, avant-garde pieces and garments that make a political statement, this exhibition will explore its enduring success, and ask why, in the fickle and fast-paced fashion world, the little black dress has achieved that rare status of being truly above the fray.”
Sam Pattman, Philanthropy Manager at Baillie Gifford Investment Managers said: “We are delighted that our successful relationship with National Museums Scotland continues with our support for Beyond the Little Black Dress.
“This exciting exhibition takes a fresh look at a timeless classic, examining how it has remained in style for nearly a century and displaying a dazzling selection of garments from those worn by royalty to truly avant-garde creations at the cutting edge of the fashion industry.”
National Museums Scotland’s internationally significant fashion and textiles collection comprises around 50,000 objects and is one of the largest in the UK.
The collection includes textiles dating back to the 14th century and clothing and accessories dating from the 16th century to the present day. Beyond the Little Black Dress follows the acclaimed exhibition Body Beautiful: Diversity on the Catwalk.
The exhibition is curated by Georgina Ripley, Principal Curator, Modern and Contemporary Design, National Museums Scotland, Dr Sequoia Barnes, Guest Curator and Carys Wilkins, Assistant Curator Modern and Contemporary Design, National Museums Scotland.
It will be accompanied by a publication and programme of events.
St James Quarter lands new retail brands
COS and NEOM to open new stores at St James Quarter
St James Quarter, the 1.7 million sq ft retail-led lifestyle district in Edinburgh, will lease a collective 8,084 sq ft to COS and NEOM.
Chris Pyne, Head of Leasing at St James Quarter, commented: “These new signings bring us a step closer to fully letting the galleria, and with the whole scheme now 95% let we have put ourselves an enviable position one year since opening.
“The centre has dealt remarkably well with the effects of the pandemic, with a continued positive response from our customer base translating to increased footfall levels and occupier demand from standout retail, cosmetic, leisure and F&B brands who can see the long-term appeal of the lifestyle-led retail destination that is St James Quarter.”
COS, a fashion brand dedicated to quality and sustainability, has picked the lifestyle quarter as the location for its new Scotland store, which will feature an interesting new concept for its fit out. This will be its first store in Edinburgh spanning 7,483 sq ft.
Wellbeing specialists and Times Top 100 brand, NEOM Organics, will also be opening the doors to their sanctuary of calm, creating a 601 sq ft haven for customers to discover each of the brands natural wellbeing ranges including their iconic Wellbeing Pods, natural candles, access to complimentary wellbeing advice and personalised consultations. The brand, which was founded by a former journalist in 2005, will be located on level 2.
St James Quarter’s latest announcement follows on from a flurry of F&B signings including itsu and The Botanist.
St James Quarter has gone from strength to strength offering an impressive and growing list of names throughout the retail and leisure sector including Wingstop, Thai Express, Boss, Coach, & Other Stories, Mango, Zara, REISS, Bershka, Pull & Bear, Stradivarius, Miele, Next, H&M, JD Sports, John Lewis and many more.
Edinburgh influencer launches live fasion event
Edinburgh influencer and fashion icon, WearWhatWorks has announced tickets are now on sale for her first ever live fashion event, ‘WearWhatWorks Presents Sunday Scroll Live’ at The Biscuit Factory on Sunday, 5th June.
Caoilfhionn McMonagle, the face behind one of Scotland’s largest online communities, is ditching the screen for the stage to take followers through her famous Sunday Scroll in person. Over 30,000 people tune into WearWhatWork’s Sunday Scroll each week and now is their opportunity to watch live through this one-off event.
Event goers can expect an afternoon of fashion, styling, and live music.
Caoilfhionn will be joined on stage by guest speakers and Edinburgh trendsetters, Aoife Malone, founder of Réalta the Label, and Cat Anderson, founder of fashion retailer, Treen.
Fashionistas will see Caoilfhionn and guests talk through a selection of their favourite pieces for Summer handpicked from local shops across the capital.
Whether you’re looking for the perfect wedding guest fit or tips on how to take Saturday’s look from day to night, there’s something for every occasion.
Tickets start from £50 and include delicious food, a glass of fizz, cocktails from Edinburgh Gin and drinks from Days Brewing, a styling session with WearWhatWorks, Q&A with Aoife Malone, Conversation with Cat Anderson on shopping sustainably and a goody bag to take home filled with iconic independent and well-known brands.
That’s not all, guests will have the opportunity to take part in WearWhatWork’s charity raffle to win some unmissable prizes in aid of Smart Works Edinburgh, a charity that exists to give women the confidence they need to reach their full potential, secure employment, and change the trajectory of their lives.
Caoilfhionn Mcmonagle, founder of WearWhatWorks said: “Sunday Scroll Live is set to be such a fun day with the chance to mingle, enjoy some food and drinks and most importantly talk all things fashion and style!
“The Biscuit Factory is the perfect venue for the relaxed vibe of the day, and I can’t wait to take online, offline for one day only to meet and chat with you all! Get dressed up, come alone or with friends to kick start a summer of events!”
Tickets are now on sale and can be purchased via Eventbrite.
For more information, head over to @wearwhatworks
‘WearWhatWorks presents Sunday Scroll Live’ is at The Biscuit Factory on Sunday, 5th June from 12noon – 3pm.
St James Quarter lands luxury fashion brand BOSS
- BOSS will take 5,400 sq ft at St James Quarter, as the lifestyle district continues to ramp up its high-end fashion offering
- This latest signing follows the recent arrival of women’s fashion brand, REISS
St James Quarter welcomes luxury fashion brand BOSS to its line-up of high-end brands. The world-famous BOSS brand will take its place at St James Quarter alongside the likes of REISS, Kooples, Aesop, Russell & Bromley, Tommy Hilfiger, Calvin Klein, and the recently opened H Beauty.
HUGO BOSS is one of the largest German fashion companies and produces luxury clothing, accessories, footwear and fragrances. The BOSS brand is set to occupy 5,400 sq ft of space on level three.
The latest letting expands the fashion offering at St James Quarter. BOSS will join the impressive list of names including & Other Stories, Mango, Zara, Bershka, Pull & Bear, Stradivarius, Next, H&M, JD Sports, John Lewis and many more. It also follows on from the recent announcement of Duck & Waffle.
Nick Peel, Managing Director at St James Quarter, said: “BOSS is a brand we’ve had our eye on for a while and think they will be a great addition to St James Quarter in 2022. We continue to bring together a diverse range of retail, leisure and food & beverage brands with broad appeal but which are far from ubiquitous and BOSS fits superbly into the St James Quarter line up.”
Complementing an unrivalled shopping offer, St James Quarter is a premier food and drink destination in the heart of the Scottish capital. It provides a truly diverse offer – from fast, fresh food, to family and restaurant dining, including Bonnie & Wild as the anchor for the development’s new concept food hall alongside Five Guys, Wingstop, Thai Express, Pho, Maki & Ramen and The Alchemist.