Ooops! Forgot to Workout for Summer

After enjoying the gorgeous weekend weather my thoughts have turned to our summer holiday. A quick glance in the mirror at the weekend while tinting my pasty white legs was quite a shock. (Lynda blogging - David hasn't resorted to tinting yet.) Legs aren't too bad thanks to the Fitflops but butt, belly and arms need a bit of work.

Luckily while posting this blog my friend Sarah just called to say she has booked a group tennis lesson. A perfect start and a good excuse to buy a new tennis skirt and top. Our Casall range has lovely clean lines mixed with contemporary prints and forgiving cuts over what Imi describes as my "flummy tummy" area.

Maybe after a few lessons I'll be ready to try on our Sunseeker bikinis. Fingers Crossed.

FASHION EMBRACES HEALTH

There's certainly a trend at the moment for fashion to embrace health. Look at the fitflop brand FITFLOPS. It claims that its doctor-developed Microwobbleboard midsole technology improves posture, and in studies is shown to reduce plantar foot pain and pressure, reduce shock and load your bottom and leg muscles more every single time you take a step.

Sceptical? I was! But I must say having worn them near enough every day last summer my legs are looking pretty toned. (This is Lynda writing by the way, not David!) They are also the most comfortable fitflops I've ever worn.

Then there are Breo watches that claim tourmaline, the naturally occurring mineral they are made from, is responsible for many beneficial health effects including: increased concentration, natural detoxification of the body,
improved sleep, relaxation and meditation and improved vitality and mood.

We also sell MBT shoes endorsed by physios and Skechers shapeup trainers. So the Turners family will soon have toned legs, taught buttocks, be absolutely focussed and in a constantly good mood! We wish!

SUMMER INJECTIONS - WHAT ARE THEY?

After a visit to the French Connection Showroom we have just ordered some great new styles to top-up our summer collection. Injection ranges as they are know in shop-speak are a great way to freshen up the range. We have to pre-order most of our stock six months in advance and it can be rather tricky predicting best selling styles. The injection ranges are much easier. By this time we already know what is selling well and can buy these capsule ranges with confidence. The French Connection injection range should be delivered by this weekend and the bold prints and colours will be perfect for a holiday wardrobe and fingers crossed our approaching summer.

BARBECUE SUMMER?

I love the Spring. There is nothing more beautiful than scented blossom and the hope of a balmy summer. Well, we have heard that the white witches are predicting a barbecue summer. Wouldn't it be great if it came true? Marlow High Street would be buzzing with families visiting Higginson Park, ambling along the riverside, enjoying a cafe frappe and, of course, a visit to Turners for some summer clothes!

We now have received most of our summer stock and have added a few new brands to our portfolio: Breo Watches and headphones and Havaianas flip flops. We are always on the look out for new brands and it has been great to see Superdry that we took on at its debut in Barcelona grow from strength to strength. The challenge, of course, is identifying the next hot brand.

MUNICH SKI SHOW

Last week David, Anthony and I visited ISPO the Munich Ski Show. It was a pretty action-packed day trip taking the red-eye Easy-Jet out and back. Its a good way for us to get an overview of the ski collections for next autumn winter.

We can tell you that the Spyder range is very strong, with some gorgeous Moncler style padded coats and luxurious and stylish black ski jackets. The North Face continues to outshine with its Summit series that includes some new design twists on the popular gillets and coats.

A brand to watch is Napapijri. Our rep Ettore, told us that Harrods loved the collection and so did we. In fact it will be our third season with the brand.

On our return, we found out that flights back to London the following day were cancelled because of heavy snow. The Red Eye wasn't so bad after all!

Spring Cleaning

We were sad to see the last vestiges of the snow finally melt away after so much festive fun this year. Time now for a spring clean. We have bought some great Trofast storage units with pastel coloured plastic bins from Ikea for Imi's play room. Imi is being a good girl and has put lots of toys into sacks for rotating, ebay and Oxfam. Organising can be so liberating! We are also clearing out the Warehouse for the Shop and have a £10 bargain rail that has proved very popular. And, talking about Spring..... our magnolia tree is in bud. I can feel the warm sun already.

SNOW & SLEDGING FUN TOMORROW

David is so excited its snowing again. He has been following the met sites with great interest since Christmas and has managed to order some great sledges. I am keeping my fingers crossed that the school will be closed so Imi and I can find a steep hill and have loads of fun. (If anyone is looking for a sledge call David at the shop on 01628 472223.)