Precis arrives in Debenhams in Midsummer Place.

 

Specialising in tailoring for women of 5’3” and under, Precis knows exactly how to fit and flatter the petite figure. The AW10 collection features both the contemporary ‘Chic’ line of modern yet elegant designs and the softer ‘Casual’ collection, and sees the label give a nod to this season’s trends of colour blocking, standout knitwear and jersey tailoring.

 

The collection opens with stories of monochrome and jade, with key prints including the catwalk-inspired draped pearl print and a black and jade spot print. The same print is then echoed in fuchsia and red highlights as the collection moves into relaxed workwear. Bold colour blocking updates the classic ponteroma pencil dress with matching jackets available. For tops, knitwear and jersey are key, and pieces are perfectly proportioned in a rainbow of the season’s hottest colours; from fuchsia to plum, cobalt, jade and scarlet with a silver puff-sleeved long-line shirt adding a touch of metallic.

 

This season sees the largest selection of accessories yet from Precis, with a Chic line joining the cosy Casual offerings. Find supple leather turnkey totes, clutch bags, pretty patent ballet pumps, silk scarves in red, fuchsia and jade prints, leather gloves, belts and finally a faux fur shrug scarf. Mix and match between the lines by teaming a striped beanie and scarf with a chic red leather tote to channel a splash of scarlet luxury into down-time dressing.

 

With prices starting at just £19, Precis measures up whatever the occasion, offering the perfect petite seasonal wardrobe for AW10.

 

The centre, 10 years old this week, heavily supports the city’s arts community. It has hosted events and exhibitions ranging from the Annual Painting Prize to a 3D pavement art festival.

 

It also has a permanent ‘Faceboard’ gallery space. Sally Annett, artistic director of FRINGEMK said: “Without Midsummer Place’s involvement the city would have missed out on so many fantastic and free arts events.

 

“This is our way of sayinga huge thank you to them for their belief in us.”

 

The paintings are interior and exterior views of the shopping centre.

This September, Milton Keynes’ most fashionable quarter, Midsummer Place, will be celebrating its 10th Anniversary.

 

The shopping centre, which has been affectionately nicknamed ‘the new bit,’ will turn a decade old on September 26th 2010, and to celebrate the Midsummer Place team have a host of festivities planned.

 

During the weekend of 11th/12th September, Midsummer Place will be transformed into the place to party, as shoppers will be greeted by stilt walkers, entertainers, face painting & balloon shaping as well as a balloon drop on Saturday 11th at 1pm. To coincide with the 10th anniversary gift of tin, there will also be a steel band performing throughout the weekend as well as wine & food tasting by Caffe Italia, guaranteeing something for everyone.

 

Put the date in your diary and come down for some fun and prizes to be won!