Following the death of Her Majesty, the London Fashion Week events, scheduled for September, were shifted to October. Currently, the celebrations have gone city-wide, with many fashion enthusiasts coming out to enjoy the specially-curated events.
In the same vein, Clearpay has partnered with a leading designer, Richard Quinn, and the British Fashion Council in releasing limited-edition In Bloom NFTs. The release will allow “lucky fashion enthusiasts” access floral rose NFTs in the spirit of the LFW celebrations.
With this partnership, Clearpay seeks to promote an inclusive mood during London Fashion Week. The lucky winners will gain access to the large rose NFTs which, in turn, will earn them lucky rewards.
Want access to exclusive London Fashion Week presented by @Clearpay_UK celebrations? #LFW Principal Partner has teamed up with #BFCMember Richard Quinn to celebrate London Fashion Week. With the exclusive NFT Rose, launching 9am BST tomorrow (Saturday 8th October).
— London Fashion Week (@LondonFashionWk) October 7, 2022
LFW In Bloom NFTs: Granting Access to London Fashion Week Celebrations
The main idea behind the Clearpay – Richard Quinn collaboration is to give fashion fans exclusive treats at the London Fashion Week celebrations. By so doing, fans can see deep meaning in the art of fashion. Thus, they can connect positively with the world of fashion.
The released collection is a hyper-limited-edition NFT rose inspired by Richard Quinn’s love for flowers. He featured the giant roses in his spring/summer 2023 (SS23) collection in September. Now, fashion fans will need these NFTs to get two experiences.
“I’ve always been inspired by the natural beauty of flowers and they have featured within all of my collections,” said Richard Quinn. “I incorporated giant roses in my SS23 collection, alongside wet look, latex pieces and it’s been a fascinating process to take inspiration from these elements and capture them in the innovative digital form of a mesmerizing NFT.”
As announced, a total of 50 NFTs is available for purchase and each NFT costs 50 pounds. Fans can visit inbloomnft.co.uk to purchase their roses. Afterward, they can qualify for two choices:
- A VIP London Fashion Week party scheduled for October 12
- A Richard Quinn-customized limited-edition collection of accessories
VIP London Fashion Week Celebrations, Courtesy of Richard Quinn
Leading designer will be hosting a VIP party as part of the London Fashion Week celebrations. The party will be open to an exclusive set of individuals among who there will be “lucky fashion enthusiasts.” To gain access, fans need to purchase one of the 50 limited-edition rose NFTs released in collaboration with Clearpay.
At the party, Richard Quinn will unveil his “most iconic show pieces as well as key looks from his SS23 collection.” Also, he will display “a selection from the 23 bespoke outfits designed in tribute to the Queen.” Notably, 15 of the released NFTs will grant access to this event.
A Richard Quinn-Customized Limited-Edition Collection of Accessories
Similarly, holders of the remaining 35 NFTs will be able to access a limited-edition accessories collection. Curated by the professional Richard Quinn and Clearpay, the NFT holder will access a set containing items like a scrunchie, a tote bag, and a bucket hat.
Furthermore, all earnings from the NFT sales will be donated to the BFC Foundation. The foundation seeks to foster future development and success of the British fashion industry. This it ensures by paying adequate attention to areas like education, business mentoring, and grant-giving.
What Do the Concerned Parties Think About the Partnership?
Clearpay and Richard Quinn are keen on making the LFW event accessible to all fashion fans. As a result, both teams are hosting a free-to-attend design exhibition. The exhibition will be open on October 13, from 10 am to 4 pm.
Speaking on the partnership, Clearpay’s co-founder, Nick Molnar said: “Our Richard Quinn partnership is another fantastic example of how we’re bringing Clearpay’s mission to life – connecting shoppers to the best brands in innovative and exciting ways. We are thrilled to continue our support of the British fashion and retail industry in this meaningful way.”
Also, Richard added:
“I’m thrilled to partner with Clearpay to put a unique Richard Quinn stamp on the London Fashion Week celebrations. From the creation of the beautiful rose NFT and bespoke merchandise, to our event in Covent Garden and the exhibition open to the public, this will be a true celebration of fashion, and will be spectacular way to mark this season’s London Fashion Week.”
Additionally, Caroline Rush, BFC’s CEO commented: “We are delighted to be partnering with Clearpay and Richard Quinn to celebrate London Fashion Week, and our city-wide celebration engages communities throughout London to get involved in fashion and showcases the incredible creativity, diversity, and openness London is known for. This season will see a lineup of 450 city-wide events and experiences driving footfall into the capital.”
How to Purchase Your London Fashion Week NFT
To be a part of the experience, you need to visit the site inbloomnft.co.uk. Next, you should follow these steps:
- Choose your preferred utility. There are two unique utilities attached to the In Bloom NFTs, which are the VIP party and the collection of accessories.
- Click ‘Purchase NFT’.
- Connect your crypto wallet. This is where you will receive your NFT after purchase. If you do not have a wallet, there is a ‘Create a wallet for me’ option. Follow the instructions and you are set!
- Choose the number of NFTs you wish to purchase. Per utility, you can purchase a maximum of two NFTs.
- Choose your preferred payment option. Here, you can either pay with Ethereum or your card. Although Clearpay is a payment platform, it is not among the available options.
- Accept terms by ticking the checkbox.
- Click ‘Pay Now’. Now, you have completed your purchase.
- Claim your utilities immediately after purchase.
Is the NFT Purchase Eco-Friendly?
Buyers should note that the transaction is hosted on the Polygon blockchain, a leading Web3 platform built on the Ethereum network. Also, Polygon is currently carbon-neutral, but it will soon activate its carbon-negative goals. Simply put, your LFW NFT purchase does not pose further threat to the environment.
Who Is Richard Quinn?
Richard Quinn is a top-grade fashion designer from South East London. The Englishman founded his fashion label in 2016, following his graduation from the MA Fashion program at Central Saint Martins.
He specializes in womenswear and textiles, creating daring collections that attract nothing but surprises and praises. Richard is an innovative personality, with the special ability to decipher messages behind colors and emotions. Notably, the Modern Matter magazine featured his 2016 MA collection.
Among his notable achievements is the honor conferred on him by Her Majesty the Queen in 2018. The top-notch designer had succeeded in amazing Her Majesty with his originality and catchy designs. Recently, he won an award at Fashion Fund 2022 as the best British Vogue Designer.
What Is Clearpay?
Clearpay is a payment service that allows users to “shop now and pay later.” That is, the platform lends a specified amount of credit to users, allowing them to place orders. Afterward, they will pay back in four automatic installments. Payments are made biweekly and they are interest-free. However, late payment may attract charges.
