Welcome to Quine Magazine’s weekend guide, where we bring you the best of fashion, arts, and festivities happening all over Scotland.
Get ready for a weekend filled with fashion shows, perfume masterclasses, delicious food, Christmas markets, and a dazzling Christmas light switch-on event.
Scottish Fashion Festival returns to V&A Dundee
Join the celebration of Scottish fashion and creativity at the Scottish Fashion Festival, hosted by Scotland Re:Design (SRD) at the V&A Dundee this Friday night. The highlight of the festival is the HIDDEN FLOORS fashion runway, featuring digital clothes and models created with 5G technology, VR, and holograms. See how Artificial Intelligence is transforming the fashion industry and be amazed by the futuristic designs.
You can also support the Fashion For Social Change Awards, a collaboration between SRD and Shelter Scotland, where eight talented designers will showcase their creations inspired by the housing crisis. The designers will also vote for their favourite piece, and the winner will receive a special award at the SRD Awards ceremony, along with two other awards for sustainability and innovation in fashion and textiles.
Tickets are selling out fast, so hurry and secure your spot online at redesign.scot.
The Fife Arms Festival of Fashion
Immerse yourself in the global fashion community at The Fife Arms, where they are hosting their first-ever Festival of Fashion. Join acclaimed designers Giles Deacon, Simone Rocha, and BAFTA Fellowship winner Sandy Powell for an unforgettable weekend.
From Friday, November 17th, to Sunday, November 19th, the Fife Arms will be buzzing with talks, events, fashion dinners, and exclusive previews of bespoke collections. Fashion enthusiasts, this is your chance to be at the heart of the fashion world.
Get more information about each day’s activities and book your tickets for an extraordinary fashion experience at thefifearms.com.
NAF!MAS Market
The Christmas markets have arrived, and on Sunday, November 19th, House of NAF presents the NAF!MAS Market. Dive into a unique beauty and events space founded by manicurist Tammy Koslowski. This year, House of NAF is hosting their first-ever Christmas market, featuring stalls from Scotland’s favourite indie brands.
Discover gorgeous homewares, accessories from popular eyewear brand Iolla, and coveted beauty treats from Essense of Harris and Ermana Natural Skincare. This is a wonderful opportunity to support local independent businesses this Christmas, and it’s free to attend!
Don’t forget to book your tickets, visit houseofnaf.com for more information.
Celebrate and Savour at Fin & Grape
If you’re a food and wine aficionado, head to Edinburgh’s renowned fish restaurant, Fin & Grape. Celebrating their 3rd birthday this month, Fin & Grape have launched a new wine and small plates offering in their chic, cosy wine bar which is located underneath the main restaurant. Just in time for the festive season!
Prices start at just £5 for both small plates and house wines.
For bookings and more information, visit their website at finandgrape.com.
The Chloé Atelier Des Fleurs Perfume Masterclass
Indulge in the luxury of fragrance and opulence at The Chloé Atelier Des Fleurs Perfume Masterclass, held at John Lewis Edinburgh. On Saturday, November 18th, Brand Ambassador Ryan will guide you through the exquisite Chloé Atelier Des Fleurs collection, a range of seventeen fragrances that can be combined to create a personalised scent. Learn about the unique notes and pairings of each perfume, and discover how to craft a fragrance that is uniquely yours. And the cherry on top? You’ll receive a coveted goody bag filled with gifts from Chloé.
Tickets cost £25 and include refreshments, book your ticket at johnlewis.com.
Princes Square Annual Christmas Light Switch-On
To top off your weekend, Glasgow’s iconic Princes Square presents its annual Christmas light switch-on event on Sunday. From 3pm, pianist Noreen Flynn will enchant the crowd with Christmas favourites, followed by Santa Claus officiating the switch-on at 5pm. Enjoy a magical performance by the award-winning community choir, Soundsational, and witness the sparkling transformation of Princes Square. It’s the perfect way to embrace the festive spirit.
For more details, visit princessquare.co.uk.
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