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October 2021 Trend Report

October 2021 Trend Report

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Embracing the ‘Slow Fashion’ Movement

Embracing the ‘Slow Fashion’ Movement

At last there seems to be a growing backlash against ‘Fast fashion’ which I applaud. Fast fashion is cheap clothing and accessories that are so worthless they end up becoming single-use items.

A lasting gift for a memorable Christmas!

A lasting gift for a memorable Christmas!

Quality Not Quantity
There are some amazing independent shops around us here in Banbury and this year, I’m going to make an extra effort to shop local and support my neighbours and fellow artists. By making even just a small purchase, we not only keep these small businesses going but we are giving gifts that are unique, lovingly handmade and show our thoughtfulness.

Big, bold new colours extending the summer at J D’Cruz

Big, bold new colours extending the summer at J D’Cruz

As we enjoy the last few weeks of summer, I’ve been busy working on some new prints that will take us perfectly through the late summer and into au...

Why do we love our handbags so much?

Why do we love our handbags so much?

Everyone knows that I’m addicted to handbags, otherwise I probably wouldn’t do this job! There are many of us out there – either closet bag collectors or brazen exhibitionists parading our collection. From a huge, back-breaking tote to a teeny lipstick-carrying clutch, where has this obsession come from, why do we find a coloured leather receptacle so very desirable?!

Bag Of The Month - September !

Bag Of The Month - September !

Bag of the month... ...The Southwark £129  As we settle into September a new month brings a new J D'Cruz 'bag of the month' and this time it is the...