Bumper crowds at Victoria Quarter’s Chocolate Factory Event

  

Bumper crowds at Victoria Quarter’s Chocolate Factory Event

Victoria Quarter’s third summer event, VQ & The Chocolate Factory, was held last night and attracted a record number of visitors. With a mouth-watering selection of offers in the centre’s stores, over 6,000 attended the evening, helped no doubt by the free chocolates handed out during the night and the opportunity to win a box of luxury chocolates every month for a year, courtesy of Charbonnel et Walker.

VQ Centre Director, John Bade commented, “Events such as these are a critical part of retailing at the moment, so it was particularly pleasing to see footfall increase for the third successive year. The added value elements such as themed props and live entertainment offer creative ways of attracting customers in what is an increasingly competitive and demanding market.”

Over the course of the evening, shoppers were entertained by a troupe of dancing Oompah Loompahs, stilt walkers and Candy Cane girls, as well as being able to indulge at the chocolate fountains.

“Undoubtedly though, store offers are the principal reason for coming to this kind of event,” Mr Bade added, “but it’s arguable that without the extra appeal of the evening’s themed aspect footfall would not have been so high. Theming also allows for more creative marketing and branding and overall is a significant contributor to an event’s subsequent success. Customers are ever more selective about how they spend both their time and their money these days, so as well as the opportunity to take advantage of excellent money-saving offers there’s the added bonus of a fun and enjoyable night out.”

VQ & The Chocolate Factory followed the successful premiere of the VQ Beauty Week Event, hosted in the centre in April, which provided the scheme’s nine beauty retailers a dedicated event platform and showcased VQ’s significant beauty offer. Masterclasses and demonstrations were held in Queen Victoria Street, with 100’s of customers each day watching and taking part.

The next major event scheduled this year is VQ’s flagship Shopping Affair evening, held on 10^th October.

Molton Brown Sport Collection

 

IT’S TIME TO UP YOUR GAME MOLTON BROWN INTRODUCES ITS NEW SPORT COLLECTION

On 16 May 2013, Molton Brown is launching its energising Sport Collection consisting of a 4-in-1 Sportswash, Body-warming Sportbalm and Anti-perspirant Sportstick.

Molton Brown’s 4-in-1 Sportswash for body, face, hair and shave is the ultimate all-in-one performance product. Blended with cassia bark to deodorise the body, skin conditioners to moisturise the face, ultra-shine complex for hair and guar gum to help soften stubble for a closer shave, this multi-purpose wash grooms from top to toe in one refreshing hit.

The collection’s Body-warming Sportbalm is a sports bag must-have for any eager athlete. Blended with vanillyl butyl that packs the heat and macadamia nut oil that conditions the skin, this warming balm can be applied pre- or post-exercise to get the body game-ready.

The Anti-perspirant Sportstick offers 24-hour protection for the modern grooming connoisseur on the go. Blended with andiroba seed oil to keep skin happy, and anti-perspirant active ingredients to combat body odour, this changing room essential will leave you feeling dry and comfortable all day long.

Inspired by Vietnam, but blended in London, Molton Brown’s home, the Sport range blends cassia bark with nutmeg and lime to refresh and deodorise the skin. A must-have collection in every sportsman’s grooming regime.

4-in-1 Sportswash (200ml) - £16/€18
Anti-perspirant Sportstick (75g) - £16/€18
Body-warming Sportbalm (200ml) - £18/€21

YOU’RE INVITED TO
The Up Your Game Event

For: a look at our new Sport Collection + product demonstration

Come join us in-store as we introduce you to our new Sport Collection. Our experts will show you how to use the range to maximise your pre- and post-workout routine while you nibble on some half-time snacks. Plus, with one-on-one consultations and a goody bag with your purchase we’ll pick the products that best suit your sporting needs. So come and up your game with us.

Hop to it
Don’t miss out — Places are limited, so to avoid disappointment pop into your nearest store or concession counter.

Molton Brown
41 – 43, County Arcade
Tel: 0113 242 6258

Fourth Floor Prix Fixe Menu

Alongside the new look Fourth Floor Café comes a new Prix Fixe Menu offering two courses for £17.50 or three courses for £20.

The perfect pit-stop from a day out shopping, or alternatively a great excuse for a long and leisurely lunch, our Head Chef uses seasonal ingredients of the freshest quality from both local and distant sources to create delicious new season dishes.

Enjoy two courses for £17.50 and three courses for £20.
Available at lunch seven days a week and at dinner from Tuesday to Saturday.

Booking is essential and terms and conditions apply.

For more information or to make reservations please call 0113 204 8000 or email leeds.reservations@harveynichols.com

Sushi School Rice and Rolls at Harvey Nichols

 Sushi School Rice and Rolls

Exclusive to YO!Sushi at Harvey Nichols Leeds is the new Sushi School. Budding sushi lovers can learn about rice, fish and nori as well as how to roll your own world famous Inside Out Rolls and Makis.

Enjoy your creations and impress with your new found skills with a rolling mat and recipe book to take away.

Perfect for birthdays, group events or a company party, but equally as much fun if you want to treat yourself or a friend to a unique experience.

The course lasts two to three hours and includes:

• How to cook Japanese rice
• A fish cutting demonstration
• How to make different types of sushi: maki, mini ISO, hand roll, nigiri and more

At the end of the class all participants will receive:

• A Sushi School booklet containing a step by step guide to all recipes learnt that day
• A 25% off voucher to use on your next visit to Yo!Sushi*
• Certificate that confirms that you have completed the course
• A professional sushi rolling mat to get you started

£30 per person or £50 for two Harvey Nichols, Fourth Floor

For more information or to book your place on a course please call 0113 2450 612

*Terms and Conditions apply.

Super! Sumo! Sundays! at Harvey Nichols

Super! Sumo! Sundays!
Known as the original and most famous sushi brand in the UK, YO! Sushi brings the concept of a Japanese ‘kaiten’ sushi bar to Harvey Nichols Leeds. The YO!Sushi experience is fun and exciting, whilst the freshly prepared food is revolutionary and made lovingly.

Every Sunday enjoy a range of great dishes off the Yo!Sushi belt and eat as much as you like for £19.50 including miso, water and green tea.

Super! Sumo! Sundays!
Fourth Floor, Harvey Nichols Leeds
£19.50 for adults, £9.50 for children under 12 years old

Terms & Conditions
1. Offer valid all day, every Sunday and includes miso and green tea.
2. Offer valid on food from the conveyor belt only excluding grey and yellow plates (no orders permitted) and not applicable on takeaway.
3. Please inform a team member at the beginning of your meal that you wish to take part in the offer in order for it to be valid when you pay your bill.
4. Additional drinks or extras that you have consumed will be added to the bill.
5. Everyone in your party/table must choose the Super! Sumo! Sundays! option for the offer to be valid.
6. Please do not over order. Food that is left on a plate will be result in full charge for that plate as an additional cost.
7. From starting your meal, all customers have 1 hour to enjoy the offer.
8. Offer not transferable or available in conjunction with another offer (e.g. Student discount).
9. No cash alternative.
10. The YO!Sushi Manager’s decision is final.

The Kooples celebrate first anniversary in Victoria Quarter

The Kooples celebrate first anniversary in Victoria Quarter

Distinctive French fashion brand, The Kooples, celebrates its first anniversary in Leeds’ premiere shopping destination, Victoria Quarter, this week.

Founded by Alexandre, Laurent and Raphael Elisha, who are also responsible for the successful Comptoir des Cotonniers, The Kooples concept is based on the idea that people in relationships frequently borrow each other's clothes, so their style has a slightly more masculine and androgynous edge with a cool rock vibe. Recognised for skinny silhouettes, sharply tailored sleeves and slim fit trousers, The Kooples collections are sewn in the legendary ateliers of Savile Row and the brother’s work alongside British tailor, Patrick Grant of Norton & Sons to create a truly British sensibility at the core of their suiting.
Manager Anna Jackson commented, “It’s been a good first year for the store, with many customers coming to the brand for the first time. Our clients recognise the quality of the clothes and appreciate the ethos of the fashions. The last 12 months has given us a great foundation on which to build, and looking ahead we are introducing several more lines each season, meaning there’ll regularly be new things to see for both existing and new customers.”
VQ Centre Director, John Bade added, “The Kooples is still an emerging brand in the UK, but the VQ store has clearly developed a following over the last year. The store is the perfect complement to the overall mix in the centre, and we wish them continued success here in the years ahead.”

The Kooples

11 King Edward street

Victoria Quarter

Live Life To The Max at Aqua

Live Life To The Max at Aqua

Floaty or fitted, feminine & fabulous ……. Check out the NEW Maxi Dress Collection at Aqua.

The Mary Pink/Fluro Green Strapless Maxi Dress £175 is from Aqua’s Private Benjamin Collection & has a panelled straight cut bodice and a contrast colour full skirt with a back split. The maxi dress has side pockets and also comes with a bubblegum pink jelly skinny belt and fastens with an exposed gold zip to the back. This piece is also available in Orange, Cream/Orange, Printed Camo & Pink.

And there’s much more in store.

Aqua’s pioneering approach to British fashion and consistency for producing bold directional collections have earned them their unique position at the forefront of the High Street for style leading design, experimental fabrics and unapologetic silhouettes. Celebrated for their cutting edge image, with new styles from directional seasonal collections dropping in store every month, it’s a summer staple to make a statement.

For Aqua’s full range of amazing maxi dresses…….

Max Out at……

AquaByAqua

36 Queen Street

The Victoria Quarter

Leeds

LS1 6BE

T: 0113 243 3336

W: www.aquabyaqua.com