Anti-anorexia plan ditched Aug 14, 2008
Also sitting on the panel were Sarah Doukas, founder of Storm Model Management, British model Erin O'Connor and designers Betty Jackson and Giles Deacon. AFP Digg | | | | | | Copyright 2002-2008 iafrica. (iAfrica.com)
Some Britons wigging out at changes in courtroom garb May 18, 2008
The new continental-style outfit - featuring such innovations as pockets, snap fasteners, and color-coded bands, depending on the court - was conceived by celebrity fashion designer Betty Jackson, who once in another context described her clothing creations as "easy, fabulous, and gorgeous." ... "If humanizing the judicial profession was the aim of this makeover, it is interesting that Betty Jackson decided that the outfit best suited for this would be one that looks like something an alien... (Boston Globe)
Legal argument as judges ditch wigs May 14, 2008
Come October, judges will be dressed in outfits designed by Betty Jackson, who, as the , is known for her "funky British clothes for aspiring funky British girls". Seniority will be shown with different coloured bands - gold or red depending on division - and cuffs will be lined with velvet. (guardian.co.uk)
British judges abandon wigs for 'Star Trek' look May 14, 2008
So from October, judges hearing civil and family cases in England and Wales will don a new robe designed by Betty Jackson, who also makes "funky British clothes for aspiring funky British girls." ... The Lord Chief Justice of England and Wales, Lord Phillips, left, and Betty Jackson, right, in the Royal Courts of Justice, London, May 12, 2008, present the new civil gown that forms part of a reform to simplify judicial court working dress in England and Wales ... The traditional court dress has... (Globe and Mail)
Court couture May 13, 2008
Lord Chief Justice, Lord Phillips, wearing the new civil gown designed by Betty Jackson ... If humanising the judicial profession was the aim of this makeover, it is interesting that Betty Jackson decided that the outfit best suited for this would be one that looks like something an alien android with menacing religious undertones would wear when waging war with Doctor Who. (Guardian Unlimited -- UK)
London Fashion Week: The crest of a new wave of talent Feb 18, 2008
Last Updated: 12:01am GMT 18/02/2008. After seven crazy days, it's perfectly obvious: when it comes to all things hip, the capital's where it's happening - all over again, says Hilary Alexander. (Telegraph.co.uk)
Highlights of London Fashion Week Feb 16, 2008
A bright ensemble from Aquascutum (left) and a model wears Betty Jackson's shocking red Henry VIII pants (right). Meanwhile, veteran fashion designer Betty Jackson proved she could still startle the crowds with a pair of red hotpants featuring England's King Henry VIII, he of six wives' fame. (Daily Mail)
London fashion week, after 'size zero' Feb 15, 2008
This independent panel, chaired by Lady Kingsmill, a Labour peer, included designers Giles Deacon and Betty Jackson and reported its findings in September last year ... "I've not seen any models yet that I've wanted to take home and give a good pasta meal to," said television presenter Davina McCall as she left the Betty Jackson show on Tuesday. (Guardian Unlimited)
Observer Woman Feb 10, 2008
She takes in my beloved winter extravagance, a Betty Jackson 1950-style coat in aubergine (which, need I remind you, is the colour of the season). Honestly. (Guardian Unlimited)
Fashion industry still failing size zero models Dec 22, 2007
It was headed by Denise Kingsmill, the former deputy chairman of the Monopolies and Mergers Commission, and included a panel of representatives from the fashion industry such as Kate Moss's agent, Sarah Doukas, and designer Betty Jackson. The BFC is also writing to magazine editors and advertisers about possible curbs on the use of digitally enhanced photos, which the inquiry said could "perpetuate an unachievable aesthetic", and called on the fashion industry to bring in a voluntary code. (Guardian Unlimited)
Its oh so British, but with a bit of bling Sep 23, 2007
The stalwarts (Betty Jackson, Nicole Farhi and Paul Smith) were consistently impressive and as London closed with Stella McCartney s collection for adidas, the fashion circus is gearing up once again to watch Milan s offering when it starts on Monday ... Catwalk: Betty Jackson. (Times Online)
Trendwatch at London's Fashion Week Sep 22, 2007
Well, the good news is, last summer's slouchy bag shape is set to hold up for next summer: we love the half moon shapes by Betty Jackson and Anya Hindmarch. Which means that the YSL downtown has plenty of life in it yet, you'll be glad to hear. (Yahoo News -- Fashion and Modeling)
Health tests proposed for models Sep 14, 2007
The summary of the panel, whose members also included the fashion designers Betty Jackson and Giles Deacon and the model Erin O'Connor, expressed grave concerns at the potential vulnerability of younger models. "These remain a small proportion of the overall number of catwalk models but casting directors and models themselves reported a growing tendency to recruit under-16s in pursuit of the latest 'new look'," the report noted. (Guardian Unlimited -- UK)
Autumn fashion for grown-ups Sep 5, 2007
The shops - Betty Jackson at the high end, COS and Mhe high street - are showing some strong colours such as burnt orange and peacock blue, which, if your colouring allows you to carry them off, lift the spirits on a winter's day. The other thing definitely on the list this autumn is a leather jacket. (Guardian Unlimited)
Too Young to Catwalk Jul 12, 2007
The members of the Model Health Inquiry panel include the fashion designers Betty Jackson and Giles Deacon, and Erin O Connor, a model. Also on board are Sarah Doukas, the founder of Storm Model Management; Charlotte Clark, the co-director of INCA Productions; Paula Reed, the style director of Grazia magazine; Professor Wendy Dagworthy, the head of the School of Fashion and Textiles at the Royal College of Art; and Dr Adrienne Key, a consultant psychiatrist and eating disorders expert. (Fox News)
Underage models should be banned from catwalks, says inquiry Jul 12, 2007
But the panel, headed by Labour peer Lady Kingsmill and made up of health specialists and fashion industry insiders, including designers Giles Deacon and Betty Jackson, has stopped short of trying to enforce rigorous measures to weigh models or test their body mass index (BMI) before they are allowed on the catwalk ... Betty Jackson said at the launch of the report: "No designer wants to have an ill person walking in their show.". (Guardian Unlimited)
Catwalk ban for under-16 models Jul 8, 2007
The Model Health Inquiry's members include fashion designers Betty Jackson and Giles Deacon, supermodel Erin O'Connor, Storm Models boss Sarah Doukas and consultant psychiatrist Dr Adrienne Key. They have spent the past six weeks holding discussions with models, designers, magazine editors, photographers and models' agent about the problem and remedial action. (Guardian Unlimited)
* Author Salman Rushdie awarded a knighthood Jun 17, 2007
Australian comedian Barry Humphries, known for his alter egos including Dame Edna Everage, became a CBE alongside Michael Eavis, founder of Britain's giant Glastonbury pop music festival, and fashion designer Betty Jackson. Peter Sallis -- the voice of Wallace in the animated series Wallace and Gromit -- novelist Barbara Taylor Bradford, singer Joe Cocker and Carry On films actress Sylvia Syms all received the Order of the British Empire. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- Business)
Botham and Rushdie lead honours Jun 16, 2007
Fashion designer Betty Jackson gets the same honour. Hairdresser to the stars Nicky Clarke becomes an OBE, as does contemporary rose-breeder David Austin. (BBC News)
Fashion industry told to 'grow up' over models' health and safety May 22, 2007
Committee member and model Erin O'Connor held a focus group yesterday with other models to discuss the issue; designers Betty Jackson and Giles Deacon will be talking to fellow designers about the preference for thin models in the shows, and Sarah Doukas, founder of the model agency Storm and the woman who discovered Kate Moss, has been speaking to other models' agents. The outsider on the panel is Adrienne Key, a consultant psychologist and clinical director of the eating disorders unit at the... (Guardian Unlimited)
V&A to take a new look at Dior's decade Mar 16, 2007
Betty Jackson, the designer and a V&A trustee, said the exhibition would tell "a special story of beauty and brand-building and of craft and commerce mixing together". Mark Jones, the V&A's director, said this was an important show for the museum. (Independent)
Fashion Week Starts As Row Continues Feb 11, 2007
Designers showing off their collections this week include established British names such as Paul Smith, Amanda Wakely, Julien Macdonald and Betty Jackson. More on This Story. (Sky News)
Rhode Island school bans talking at lunch after choking incidents Jan 26, 2007
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London fashion won't ban ultra-thins Jan 26, 2007
Designers including Betty Jackson, Nicole Farhi and Julien Macdonald are due to showcase their autumn/winter collections at London Fashion Week beginning Feb. 12. On the Net. (San Diego Union-Tribune)
Plus: party dress for less - The Sunday Times Style guide Dec 6, 2006
Coat, 150, by Betty Jackson, from Debenhams, as before. Belt, 59, from Fenwick, as before. (TimesOnline)
FACTORY GIRL Nov 30, 2006
" Savannah, who has been freelancing for Alexander McQueen, Matthew Williamson, and Betty Jackson, added, "It's really about how we dress. Sienna has incredible intuition. (Style.com -- Trends)
Debenhams sales slide in recent weeks Oct 24, 2006
But Mr Templeman highlighted the continued success of the Designers at Debenhams ranges, including new ranges launched from Jasper Conran; a range for children by Julien Macdonald and an accessory and home range from Betty Jackson. Expansion of the stores chain is being accelerated, with 24 new shops creating some 6,000 new jobs. (Guardian Unlimited)
Jackson unveils female-friendly designs Sep 21, 2006
Yesterday at London fashion week this theme continued with shows by two of Britain's best-loved female designers - Betty Jackson, who showed a characteristically feminine and wearable collection, and, making her return after a gap of 20 years, Zandra Rhodes. However, the female designer who caused the most stir was not showing any collection near the catwalk, although she knows that area well. (Guardian Unlimited)
Marmaduke seeking restoration, new growth Jun 24, 2006
Marmaduke City Clerk Betty Jackson said money raised through the Marmaduke Family Disaster Relief Fund will be dispersed sometime in July. So far, 42,910. (Paragould Daily Press, AR)
THE SELFISH SEX Mar 29, 2006
Louis Vuitton, Moschino, Just Cavalli, Betty Jackson, Sophia Kokosalaki, Anna Sui, Calvin Klein, Guy Laroche, Clements Ribeiro, Pucci, Lanvin, Giles and even Jil Sander (just about everyone, in other words) the baby doll, and its various permutations, cropped up. Some kind of weird collective phantom pregnancy syndrome that has prompted so many designers to produce clothes that work so well for Angelina Jolie, Gywneth and the proliferating celeb-with-child crowd. (TimesOnline)
Blimey, where's my ticket? Feb 19, 2006
For all the fuss over rubber bunny-suits and other unwearables, the quieter, successful, Betty Jackson types will have brought out something that will grace all shops next winter. But if there's one thing I think I learnt, it's about exclusion. (Guardian Unlimited -- Arts)
Guess who's getting cheeky? Feb 15, 2006
British design stalwarts Paul Smith and Betty Jackson were lined up to show alongside such newcomers as Giles Deacon and Jonathan Saunders, as well as milliner Philip Treacy's collection for sportswear brand Umbro. Other attractions at the event include a $A11. (Sydney Morning Herald)
London Fashion Week gets into its stride Feb 15, 2006
Top designers Julien MacDonald, Paul Smith, Jasper Conran, Betty Jackson and Nicole Farhi are joined by hotly-tipped newcomers such Gareth Pugh during the week, which attracts more than 5,000 buyers and journalists. On Tuesday, Dublin-born Paul Costelloe was the first of a string of designers to launch their collections. (Reuters.uk)
Stars in town for Fashion Week Feb 14, 2006
On the catwalk, the designer line-up is stellar - including Paul Smith, Jasper Conran, Betty Jackson and Nicole Farhi. Other stories. (This is London)
DEVILISH DAVINA Feb 11, 2006
Granted it is quite an unusual look; a sort of Hobbit meets homage to Jackie O. A forest-green retro jacket with a belt that ties under the breasts (Betty Jackson) and not quite three-quarter-length cuffs, over a mutton-sleeved black T-shirt (Jigsaw), denim gaucho culottes (French street market) and square-toed pixie boots. I am slightly startled when she shows me her devil s horns tattoos on each hip pointing down as she says, raising that well-exercised eyebrow to you know where. (TimesOnline)
I need new clothes for an interview ... Feb 10, 2006
Marni has a great way with coats and Betty Jackson has a particularly covetable number in a limey yellow but she also has them in bronzy brown and white all delectable with lovely collars and huge buttons ... It s hard to beat Betty Jackson s jacket in the tart, lemony colour sketched here by David Downton with a white tulip-shaped skirt. (TimesOnline)
