Pedro del Hierro inscribes words of encouragment on Vicente del Bosque´s jacket!

SPAIN’S WORDS OF ENCOURAGEMENT INSCRIBED ON VICENTE DEL BOSQUE’S JACKET
VIDEOS, PHOTOS, AUDIO, INFORMATION CAN BE DOWNLOADED FREE HERE: www.pedrodelhierronews.com


Pedro del Hierro, official partner of the Royal Spanish Football Federation and the brand chosen to dress the reigning World Cup champions, has selected the best of a very large bunch of fan’s motivational messages to be sewn into the lining of the official suit jacket which the National Coach, Vicente del Bosque, will take with him to the FIFA World Cup in Brazil 2014.
Shared with more than a million followers through social networks, the brand’s initiative has prompted a huge response with thousands of messages wishing the team the best for a second World Cup victory. “Reach for our second Star”, “If you close your eyes, you will hear all of Spain cheering for you’, “Remember that our dream is your glory” are among the 23 messages chosen to accompany the National Coach of this world-beating team to all the World Cup games.
On presenting the suit to Vicente del Bosque in the Rozas Football City, Ignacio Sierra, Grupo Cortefiel’s Corporate Director General, turned to the National Coach and said: “Thanks to the love of the fans and to Pedro Del Hierro, you will be able to look inside this jacket when you are in the midst of the challenge, and feel your country’s encouragement as you carry Spain in your heart - and in your lining”. He added: “We are honoured to dress the best team in the world and to represent a sector which Spain can also lead”.
The official suit includes a new tie in signature red, in tribute to the national team, and the new coat of arms embroidered in gold.

Pedro del Hierro, part of Grupo Cortefiel since 1992, was founded in Madrid in 1880 and is a leading European fashion retailer. The Group has a network of 1964 points of sale and is present in more than 70 countries through its four brands: Cortefiel, Pedro del Hierro, Springfield and Women’secret.

“PEDRO DEL HIERRO MADRID” at the NYFW

“PEDRO DEL HIERRO MADRID” PRESENTS THEIR FALL/WINTER 14/15 COLLECTION AT THE MBFW IN NEW
YORK
Pedro del Hierro Madrid returned to New York City to present their Fall/Winter
14/15 fashion collection, with Carmen March, Creative
e Director for the brand.

“More than anything,” says Carmen March, “it was a feeling of hope that inspired
me”. While she was designing this Fall/Winter
collection, March was also re-reading, Spanish authoress, Carmen Laforet’s classic 1940s novel,
"Nada" which has inspired this new collection.




The Pedro del Hierro brand belongs to the Grupo Cortefiel which also includes women´secret, Cortefiel and Springfield.

women´secret presents their latest lingerie and swimwear at 20th anniversary fashion show

WOMEN’SECRET PRESENTS UNDERWEAR, CORSETRY AND SWIMWEAR COLLECTIONS AT SPECIAL 20th ANNIVERSARY FASHION SHOW

Sara Carbonero, ambassador for Women’secret’s 20th anniversary, attended the event alongside other famous faces including Bimba Bosé, Malena Costa, Clara Alonso, Paloma Lago, Aída Folch and Ana Fernández among others, to see what’s in store for the leading woman’s underwear, sleepwear and swimwear brand.

Translation Sara Carbonero: Sara Carbonero:
There is a kimono with a very happy, floral pattern in blues and whites that I really love. I think it is really fun because it looks just like a pyjama top for staying at home. But it has been adapted to be outerwear and is really ‘wearable’, especially with jeans and a basic white t-shirt. It is really uplifting.
All of the lingerie dresses - the black ones with lace, those with low necklines and backs - are very sexy. They have very feminine silhouettes.
I am very comfortable with this project and this brand; it has all been very natural from the start. I feel a real affinity with the clothes.
I am wearing a dress from the collection. It is the most special one for me. I loved it because of the fabric. It is like very fine velvet, not heavy at all. They have altered it to fit my current condition and body right now.

women’secret thrilled guests who attended the commemorative 20th anniversary fashion show held last night at the Royal Botanic Garden in Madrid, where the category leading brand unveiled their corsetry, lingerie and swimwear collections.

Before the show kicked off, Jaume Miquel, Director General of Women’secret, thanked everyone there for coming on such a special day for the brand: “Thank you for joining us over the last 20 years…today we would like to give you the best of Women’secret, our fashion vision and upcoming trends for next Spring/Summer”.

Among the many familiar faces, Sara Carbonero’s stood out, as ambassador for Women’secret’s 20th anniversary. She dazzled in a flattering long, blue velvet dress from the Night Suits collection and commented that “for me, it is the most special piece and they have adapted it to fit me in my current state. There is also a short version but the long one is ideal for celebratory occasions like today”. She has really enjoyed her experience as an ambassador for Women’secret: “I have felt very comfortable throughout our collaboration over the past few months, and I have been able to really identify with the brand and enjoy the new pyjama collection which also works as outerwear”. Highlights of the “Night Suits” collection for her include the patterned kimono: “It’s a really fun item to wear both at home and also out and about, perfect with a white t-shirt”.

Sara admitted to a passion for fashion and claimed that “I have my own style. You can follow trends but it’s best to adapt them to your own style”.




On the catwalk, Spanish models including Clara Alonso and Malena Costa as well as the Czech Ester Satorova, partner of tennis player Tomas Berdych, wore spectacular outfits designed to commemorate the brand’s 20th anniversary.

Black, white and other dusty tones united a show brimming with elegance and sensuality. The show included looks from current collections, an advance of Spring/Summer 2014 and the special Night Suits collection, which included lingerie-style looks perfect for outerwear. This season Women’secret embraces sexy corsetry, for your wedding day and night, as well as lingerie that plays with sheerness and opacity among other trends. To close the show, the sophisticated and sensual swimwear collection was unveiled, showcasing innovative garments with different textures and patterns, even including neoprene. A high heeled mule in black and white silk completed the looks, courtesy of the Lodi brand.

The commemorative fashion show wraps up a year filled with initiatives to celebrate the brand’s 20th anniversary. Highlights include the launch of the Special Post-Surgery Bras with Dexeus Women’s Health collection.

Buy online: http://womensecret.com/en
Women’secret has 568 stores and concessions in 47 countries and is the leading underwear, sleepwear and swimwear brand for today’s woman. It is a global brand which stands out due to its creativity, efficiency and sensitivity. Created by and for women, the objective of Women’secret is to be the preferred underwear, sleepwear and swimwear brand of 25-45 year old women who want to feel beautiful, comfortable and sensual all day, every day.

#Free multimedia on this event at http://www.womensecretnews.com/index2.html

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Cruz de Alba 2011, best tempranillo wine

CRUZ DE ALBA 2011, BEST TEMPRANILLO


Cruz de Alba is a red wine is grown under “biodynamic viticulture”,  with a  respect for nature and ecological agriculture.  

From the Cruz de Alba bodegas, www.cruzdealba.es, Cruz de Alba 2011 - not yet on the market- received the highest score and was the overall winner at the eighth edition of the itinerant "Tempranillos the World", held in Toledo, coinciding with the International Summit Wine of Castilla -La Mancha, held this week.  Five hundred different samples from 7 different countries and 35 tasters from all over the world were asked to select the best wine from the tempranillo grape.

The tempranillo grape is the traditional grape from Spain. The Cruz de Alba bodegas are located in Peñafiel in Castilla La Mancha.

Price : 15,95 euros

women'secret and Women's Health Dexeus launch the Special Post-Surgery Bras collection

Women’s Health Dexeus and Spain´s top lingerie brand, women'secret, have teamed up to create the first collection of lingerie for women who have suffered a mastectomy due to breast cancer.

Science and fashion come together to bring the Special Post Surgery Bras intended to offer an affordable collection of modern and sexy underwear tailored to their needs.

Shop on line: http://womensecret.com/tienda/post-surgery-bras/


Multimedia: http://www.womensecretnews.com/FTPTVdexeusENG.html

Pedro del Hierro goes to New York

“PEDRO DEL HIERRO MADRID” PRESENTS SS14 FASHION COLLECTION IN NEW YORK FOR THE FIRST TIME

Spain´s luxury fashion brand Pedro del Hierro presented the "Pedro del Hierro Madrid" by Carmen March at the Canoe Studios in New York during the New York Fashion week.

This is the second collection by the designer and Pedro del Hierro Creative Director. March´s first collection is now in the stores.

Based on the Spanish artist, Mariano Fortuny, a visionary creative force that changed the course and modern concept of fashion. In Carmen March´s own words, "Fortuny and his laid back orientalism aesthetics set the basis for the new Spring/Summer collection for 2014".

Carmen March

















Pedro del Hierro, part of the Cortefiel group since 1992, has stores in 33 different countries, with 400 points of sale in individual stores and within Cortefiel premises.

Grupo Cortefiel, which was founded in Madrid, Spain, in 1880, is a leading company in European fashion, with a sales network of over 1,900 stores. The group is present in over 70 different countries through four chains: Cortefiel, Pedro del Hierro, Springfield and Women'secret.


Pedro del Hierro shop on line: http://pedrodelhierro.com/

VIDEOS, PHOTOS, AUDIO AND INFORMATION FOR THE MEDIA AT:
www.pedrodelhierronews.com

Summer in Madrid 2013 "Veranos de la Villa".

Every year, Madrid organizes extensive cultural events in the city and in surrounding towns and villages.

Kick off date this year is Saturday the 6th of July LOS JARDINES DE SABATINI  on Saturday the 6th of July with the “Concierto de Aranjuez” by the Orchestra of the Community of Madrid (ORCAM).


Summer in #Madrid? #VeranosdelaVilla Here is the official link for the summer events in #summerMadrid http://goo.gl/X96kT

Madrid creates "Legacy Cities" for the promotion and protection of El Escorial, Aranjuez and Alcalá de Henares

Madrid boosts tourism of San Lorenzo de El Escorial, Aranjuez and Alcalá de Henares consolidating the promotion and protection of these historical sites

The Community of Madrid has created the brand "Legacy Cities" to promote the three Unesco heritage sites of San Lorenzo de El Escorial, Aranjuez and Alcalá de Henares

A “passport” will be offered to visitors allowing for  a reduction in the entry fee to monuments, discounts in shops and travel

The passport 'Legacy Cities'

The “Cities Legacy passport” will allow for special prices at museums and monuments, as well as at 157 commercial establishments, restaurants and hotels adhered to the program in the three municipalities with discounts from 5 to 10%. Renfe and the Madrid travel Consortium have also joined the initiative.

The “passport” will be sold both at the three Heritage site cities and at the office of Tourism of the City of Madrid, located in the Plaza Mayor.

The Royal Site of San Lorenzo de El Escorial became Unesco World Heritage in 1984. The city of Alcalá de Henares was declared a World Heritage site in 1998 and is home to Cervantes. Aranjuez Cultural was declared a World Heritage Unesco in 2001 whose Royal Palace and historical gardens are
unique.

All information on this program 'Legacy Cities' can be found on www.madrid.org / tourism, as well the websites of the various entities that are part of agreement.

Madrid celebrates 400 years of the 'Exemplary Novels' of Cervantes

The Cervantes Museum in Alcalá de Henares "Casa Natal de Cervantes" is hosting an exhibition on 12 short stories Miguel de Cervantes wrote in 1613


The exhibition is part of the program of activities "Night of the Books" to be celebrated on Abril 23.

400 years of exemplary novels can be seen at the Museo Casa Natal de Cervantes (C / Mayor, 48. Alcalá de Henares) from tomorrow, April 23, to October from Tuesday to Sunday from 10 a.m to 6 p.m.

The exhibition brings together for the first time the complete Cervantes collections in the Community of Madrid´s libraries, as well as other
collections kept in Madrid.

Alcalá de Henares can be reached via train from Atocha Station.

Carmen March presents first collection for Pedro del Hierro

DOWLOAD VIDEO, PHOTOS, AUDIO, INFORMATION FOR FREE HERE: www.pedrodelhierronews.com

Creative Director Carmen March unveils new line for ‘Pedro del Hierro Madrid’

Pedro Del Hierro is bringing together the fashion press in DIMAD Matadero de Madrid’s Design Centre to launch their new Autumn/Winter 13/14 collection for ‘Pedro del Hierro Madrid’. The collection is the fruit of the company’s new creative era, led by renowned designer Carmen March.

Carmen has been working on the creation of this new line since joining the company in July 2012. The collection is sombre in terms of colour, consisting mostly of shades of black, dark blue and chocolate brown. Red, essential in a collection with Spanish roots, and lilac, the ultimate colour of femininity, provide lighter accents. Two families of prints have also been developed, the first geometric and metallic and the second more floral. The fabrics are luxurious with unexpected combinations of textures and an eclectic mix of the masculine and feminine and the classic and the contemporary. The collection is complemented by a large selection of leather garments. Silhouettes focus on the waist and hips, softening the shoulders - and work for both day and night. This is a collection for women who are feminine, calm, strong, timeless and deeply Spanish. The collection will be in the stores from September.
Pedro del Hierro was incorporated exclusively in to Cortefiel in 1989 and has been owned by the Group since 1992. The company is already present in 65 countries with more than 1900 stores, and is the most recent of Cortefiel’s brands to expand internationally with a presence in 30 countries.

Carmen March began her career in fashion collaborating with Duyos&Paniagua, Javier Larrainza until she launched Egotherapy alongside Juanjo Oliva in 2000.
In 2004, she debuted her solo collection on the Pasarela Gaudi and, in September 2005, in Cibeles Madrid Fashion Week. In January 2008 she launched her atelier on Calle de Puigcerdá in Madrid and in February 2009 she opened her shop showcasing her first prêt à porter collection and accessories. In September 2009 she presented her collection at New York Fashion Week.

In 2005, Carmen March was named Glamour magazine’s Best National Designer. In September 2006, she received the L’Oreal prize for Best Collection and Marie Claire’s top prize for Best New Designer. In October 2007, she was awarded Telva’s ‘T’ prize for the Best National Designer.
You can see Pedro del Hierro Madrid’s new collection here: http://madrid.pedrodelhierro.com/

Ara Malikian Performed Live From The Cortefiel Shop Window

Photos (copyleft) for Cortefiel by Jose Antonio Rojo  http://www.rojofoto.es

Violinist Ara Malikian spearheads “Talented People” initiative

http://gentecontalento.cortefiel.com/

The concert was video streamed today on social networking sites for fans of the brand and broadcast on a giant outdoor screen for the general public.

For one morning, the window of Cortefiel’s Gran Via store came to life as a stage for the famous Lebanese violinist, Ara Malikian. He will perform a repertoire of his favourite music to launch Cortefiels’ “Talented People”"Gente con Talento" initiative. Malikian is the star of this new campaign, just as chef Mario Sandoval and mountaineer and children’s storybook writer Araceli were for “Courageous People”.

“Talented People” is a Cortefiel initiative whereby they collaborate with role models with something to say. Cortefiel wants to democratise fashion, by telling stories with which everyday people can identify. Here, fashion and violin music come together to do just this.

Malikian believes that clothing, like music, “is a way of expressing our personalities. Our differences are what make us special, nobody has the right to criticise anyone”. And so, when speaking of the “Talented People” campaign, he says that “we all have talent, each in our own way, and it’s up to us what we do with it”.

Malikian is not alone in this mission. He is joined by other talented luminaries such as dancer Eva Yerbabuena, winner of the National Dance Prize; fado singers Rodrigo Costa Félix and Marta Pereira; journalist Verónica Durán, president of Fusionarte and champion of the 100 latinos project in Madrid; the science writer Sonia Fernández-Vidal, author of the book Quantic Love; Daniel Vicente, ranked seventh in the woodcarving world championships; wine expert Meritxel Falgueras, Promising Young Golden Nose of Cataluña; José Luis Serzo, the multidisciplinary artist who combines painting, sculpture, photography and literature, among other media; and the Spanish canoeist Saúl Craviotto, gold medallist in Beijing and silver medallist in London.

Cortefiel is reinventing itself with this campaign, seeking inspiration from people who choose clothes that reflect their personality and make them feel good rather than being slaves to fashion. People who strive to be better, who constantly push themselves because they know that talent without hard work is worthless. People who, above all, love what they do.
These are the faces of the new era for Cortefiel – itself a brand steeped in history and with a rich narrative. Part of Grupo Cortefiel, Cortefiel is a leader in the fashion sector with 380 outlets in 23 countries and more than 1900 retail stores. It also has a presence in a further 65 countries through its main chains: Cortefiel, Pedro del Hierro, Springfield and women’secret.

 
About the artist
Ara Malikian is undoubtedly one of the most brilliant and passionate violinists of his generation. Born in Lebanon to an Armenian family, he began playing the violin at a very early age, taught by his father. He gave his first concert at 12 and at 15 received a grant by the German Government (DAAD) to study at the Hochschule für Musik und Theater Hannover. He then continued his studies at the Guildhall School of Music and Drama in London, whilst also being taught by some of the most respected teachers in the world such as Franco Gulli, Ruggiero Ricci, Ivri Gitlis, Herman Krebbers and members of the Alban Berg Quartet. His relentless passion for music and humanity led Ara Malikian to immerse himself in his Armenian roots and assimilate music from a variety of different cultures from around the world - the Middle East (Arab and Jewish); Central Europe (gypsy and kletzmer), Argentina (tango) and Spain (flamenco) – to create a unique sound which blends their rhythmic and emotional power with the fluidity and finesse of the great classical European tradition. www.aramalikian.com

ARA MALIKIAN TO PERFORM LIVE FROM CORTEFIEL SHOP WINDOW

The violist Ara Malikian will be offering a live concert on February 27, from the Cortefiel shop window at Gran Via, 27 from 1130 am!

The concert will also be video streamed on social networking sites for fans of the brand and broadcast on a giant outdoor screen for the general public.

For one morning, the window of Cortefiel’s Gran Via store will come to life as a stage for the famous Lebanese violinist, Ara Malikian. He will perform a repertoire of his favourite music to launch Cortefiels’ “Talented People” initiative. Malikian is the star of this new campaign, just as chef Mario Sandoval and mountaineer and children’s storybook writer Araceli were for “Courageous People”.

“Talented People” http://gentecontalento.cortefiel.com is a Cortefiel initiative whereby they collaborate with role models with something to say. Cortefiel wants to democratise fashion, by telling stories with which everyday people can identify. Here, fashion and violin music come together to do just this.

About the artist
Ara Malikian is undoubtedly one of the most brilliant and passionate violinists of his generation. Born in Lebanon to an Armenian family, he began playing the violin at a very early age, taught by his father. He gave his first concert at 12 and at 15 received a grant by the German Government (DAAD) to study at the Hochschule für Musik und Theater Hannover. He then continued his studies at the Guildhall School of Music and Drama in London, whilst also being taught by some of the most respected teachers in the world such as Franco Gulli, Ruggiero Ricci, Ivri Gitlis, Herman Krebbers and members of the Alban Berg Quartet. His relentless passion for music and humanity led Ara Malikian to immerse himself in his Armenian roots and assimilate music from a variety of different cultures from around the world - the Middle East (Arab and Jewish); Central Europe (gypsy and kletzmer), Argentina (tango) and Spain (flamenco) – to create a unique sound which blends their rhythmic and emotional power with the fluidity and finesse of the great classical European tradition. (www.aramalikian.com)

The blogger, María León at the Mercedes Benz Fashion Week Madrid #MBFWM

The fashion and events blogger, Maria León covered the third day of the Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week Madrid http://www.elblogdemarialeon.com/

Organised by the Madrid fair ground, IFEMA, the Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week Madrid #MBFSM is the showcase for creation and design in Spain.

42 designers presented their Fall/Winter collections 2013/ 2014 collections.

Over a period of five days, the main purpose of this showcase is to promote the world of Spanish fashion in all its creative diversity, by presenting the latest ideas for Autumn/Winter 2013-14 by 42 established designers and several up-and-coming designers of the moment.

Known es EGO, twenty young design talents also presented their collections.

We also found that ebay is selling fashion on ebay!

Cortefiel and "Soul Food Nights" with Chef Mario Sandoval

The top Spanish chef, Mario Sandoval and Coque transform Cortefiel on "Soul Food Nights"

Cortefiel transformed their store on Serrano into a "Pop Up" restaurant in aim of raising money for Action Against Hunger

The charity event “SOUL FOOD NIGHTS”, which brought the most renowned chefs in Spain together at a selection of the best stores in Madrid's Salamanca district. Fashion and cuisine share the stage to showcase the best of Madrid for the charity.

For one night, Cortefiel's fashion area was briefly transformed into a restaurant of the utmost elegance. According to Mario, “We do this in luxury stores because we feel that fashion and cuisine share a bond. And what better place to do it than a fashion store like Cortefiel”.

During the event, a select group of diners enjoyed food prepared by Mario Sandoval, owner of the Michelin-starred restaurant "Coque", and his team.

http://www.restaurantecoque.com/

CORTEFIEL
http://cortefiel.com/

MAGNOLUZ and VA DE RETRO amazing vintage shop!

This is a real discovery!!! If you like vintage Marie and François Magnol - sister and brother- are designing and producing collectors pieces.
Their web is www.va-de-retro.es and they can be found in Madrid at Alejandro Villegas, 42.
MUF found them at the I LOVE RETRO FAIR.

FRUIT ATTRACTION- Spain´s leading fruit and vegetable fair

The 4th edition of FRUIT ATTRACTION, the leading event for the fruit and vegetable industry organised by IFEMA and FEPEX (Federación Española de Asociaciones de Productores Exportadores de Frutas, Hortalizas, Flores y Plantas Vivas) was held from 24 to 26 October at IFEMA in Madrid.

Thanksgiving in Madrid- Rubaiyat

The Rubaiyat in Madrid is offering a special Thanksgiving dinner for November 22.
Traditionally a beef restaurant, their chef, Carlos Valentí has thought of it all to celebrate this special day!!!


Turkey as in the photo, pumpkin pie, coffee, red wine- Pazo de Rivas- and the info says a Caipirinha!!!

50€ including IVA

Calle de Juan Ramón Jiménez, 37
28036 Madrid
+ 34 913 59 56 96

http://www.rubaiyat.es/

w'shape, latest in lingerie by women'secret

With this latest line, known as w’shape, women’secret is looking to include the very latest trends in its underwear designs, incorporating state-of-the-art technology into its products and further consolidating its leading position.

July 4 at the Hotel Intercontinental Madrid!

On July 4, the HOTEL INTERCONTINENTAL plans a true American Independence Day
celebration.

Special decoration with flags, traditional American cuisine and loads of surprises

The celebration will be held at the Garden Terrace Restaurant with chef Joseph Luque who is preparing a varied buffet of typical hot and cold dishes for a July 4 celebration. The highlight will the the hamburgers, hotdogs and roast veal just like at home!!!
Desserts include Carrot cake, brownies and apple pie.

Planned as a family affair, starts at 8 PM to midnite.

Price: 45 € VAT and drinks (not included)

Children (4 to 12 years): 27 € VAT and drinks (not included)

Paseo de la Castellana, 49 28046 Madrid
917 00 73 00

THE PIC NIC EXPERIENCE BY ABC SERRANO

The ABC Serrano shopping center opens the first urban picnic experience in Madrid.

The best place to watch the 2012 UEFA European Football Championship

The Picnic Experience by ABC Serrano is an anti-crisis venue for professionals who live and work in the area and require an open space in which to enjoy the outdoors and exclusivity in the privileged location, of the financial, commercial and residential (around Calle Serrano and Paseo de la Castellana) district of Madrid.

The Pic Nic Experience is open from May 30 to July 1, Monday through Thursday, from 13:30 to 21:00 Friday from 13:00 to 16:30, with special hours on match days Euro (you can watch the games that are played on Friday and Saturday).

Located in one of the most emblematic buildings of Madrid, the ABC Serrano shopping center –once the buiding that housed the Abc daily newspaper- offers unbeatable views of the Castellana.

The prestigious chef, Pedro Larumbe, offers a picnic menu that is healthy and light with a choice of gazpacho or crudités, salad or two sandwiches (one vegetarian), with either fruit or ice cream for dessert.

Excellent price of 7€ for a single basket and 12€ for two!

Located at Serrano 61 at the very top, MUF reccomends a a delicious cold Freixenet cava to accompany your picnic.