Mauro Slomp has returned! That's right, the shoe designer we are happy to drool over has come back to us victorious from his adventures in Brazil and is bringing his special cargo of delectable shoes to the Xpo! So those who were disappointed when he fell off the exhibitor list - rejoice! - Click here for more info.
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October 2007
MORE MODELS THAN YOU CAN SHAKE A STICK AT!
Want more details of the "Fashion at the Barbican" shows?
Look no further - we have kindly uploaded a taster of the
beautiful people who will be strutting their stuff at this
year's Xpo.
On Friday 28th September somebody had the great idea to take 3 motorbikes, 4
models, and a motley collection of bikers & deranged PR people into Central
London to take some photos, hand out some flyers and generally get the Xpo noticed.
See the pictures and find out more HERE.
23 September 2007
CHARITY AUCTION FOR RNLI
The Xpo and many kind supporters will be holding two charity auctions over the weekend - with auctioneer Chopper. All proceeds will go to the very worthy RNLI...READ MORE HERE.
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September 2007 NEW BOOK LAUNCH AT THE XPO
The Xpo Barbican is delighted to play
host to the launch of FleursduMal, bobette’s new
book of photographs taken at Torture Garden Events between
2003 and 2007.
The book features 220 pages of
fabulous images from the worlds most famous fetish club
all taken in bobette’s inimitable style.
FleursduMal will be available from
the Club Subversion stand.
19 September 2007
LA FEE BRINGS THE GREEN FAIRY TO XPO
Absinthe is the kind of decadent, ritualised, classic drink that true devotees to vintage, burlesque and fetish are sure to appreciate. La Fée has already achieved cult status among celebrities, actors and musicians of the 21st century, and the owners of La Fée have been the first port of call for all their absinthe needs. Devoted drinkers of this fabulous beverage include Johnny Depp, Dita Von Teese and Marilyn Manson. Illustrious drinkers of the past include Salvador Dali, Oscar Wilde and Vincent Van Gogh.
This year, La Fee are keeping the press well-lubricated in the form of pressies in the press goodie bags and drinks in the press/VIP room, they are also contributing their fabulous Absinthe starter packs for the Xpo Charity Auction (more info coming soon).
NEW PERFORMER OFFERS A MALE PERSPECTIVE
AT THE XPO
Carrington!
is known around the UK as the country's leading male
burlesque performer, and also performs on the European
fetish scene as RubberJohnny. Warren
Speed, the man behind both, has been a stand-up comedian
for eight years, and freely admits he has always been a
shameless exhibitionist who likes making people laugh. Come
along to the XPO and see what all the fuss is about!
Well fear not! There is an alternative! Saturday October 6th will see The Gate's Alternative Rubber Ball - A fabulous, dirty dance night mixing fetish frolics & foot stomping fun at one of the most intimate club venues in London.
The Dance Zone will be situated on the ground floor and playing only the best uplifting, athemic psy and hard trance. The dungeon and other facilities will be in the basement for your pleasure. Dress code is strictly fetish, gothic, cyber, leather, latex, lace, corsets, uniforms, PVC, Burlesque, Historic costumes, NO street clothes.
NEW BURLESQUE/RETRO PIN-UP CALENDAR LAUNCHES AT XPO
The Hourglass will launch it's first, long awaited pin-up calendar for 2008
at the Xpo.
This is going to be the only burlesque, retro pin-up calendar that features
no models. All girls seen on the Hourglass calendar are normal women with a
love for retro style, turned into glamour girls by Nicole Klein.
Chopper has been hand-making fetish equipment for over seven years, and is a well-known fixture at the London Alternative Market and well-respected on the scene in general.... Continued HERE.
22 August 2007
"FASHION AT THE BARBICAN" WITH THE FETISHISTAS
We are delighted to announce that our sponsor, The Fetishistas, will be producing four spectacular fashion shows for us at The Xpo.
If you are a Model, MUA or ‘would be’ Production Assistant and would like to be involved then please follow this link to the Fetishistas web site for further details.
Participation is only open to Xpo Exhibitors so if you would like the opportunity to take part then please contact Charlie by email on charlie@thexpo.co.uk or call her on +44 (0) 1223 291105.
Backlash was created in 2005 to collate evidence for an informed debate on censorship and to fight plans to criminalise ownership of material the Home Office finds abhorrent. It is committed to raising awareness about why the plans are wrong, won't work and about the inevitable unintended consequences if government plans go ahead.
Monthly trade publication for the exhibition industry, "Exhibition News" recently contacted Tim Woodward of Skin Two, Kathy Norris of Green Shed Events and the Barbican Centre to find out about the controversial rivalry... Click HERE to read the PDF.
13 August 2007
XPO TICKETS AVAILABLE TO BUY NOW!
That's right, you can now purchase tickets for the Xpo online, by phone or by post. You can purchase single day tickets (either the Friday or Saturday) or both. The online system is powered by PayPal and fully secure.
...and at the very least, teaches Xpo goers a trick or two about escaping from handcuffs. Mr Flay will be demonstrating his ability to escape from straightjackets and steel chains, but also holding interactive workshops on picking handcuff locks.
Miss Baby Bones - burlesque dancer and caberet performer - will be bringing a sample of her show to the Xpo this year, and also inviting visitors to take part and learn a few tricks of the trade!
PERFORMERS
New perfomers include the fabulous Asha Tank and her daring troupe of stilt walkers and the one and only Pretty Pervy with those wonderful rubber costumes.
XPO SUBSCRIPTIONS
And as if all this wasn't enough... Our subscription page is now live! That's right, you can sign up to be kept up to date on all things Xpo either by post or email. Check out the menu link to the right and get typing.
10 July 2007
RUBBER 55 IN HILARIOUS "HOME" FETISH VIDEO
Designer latex brand Rubber 55 has seen an outrageous response (currently over 38,000) to its "home" video as posted on YouTube. It's definitely worth a watch, think the TV series "Respectable" crossed with a rubber-clad reality show cast - fantastic!
FASHIONCAPTIAL.CO.UK ON "FETISH FIEND" TREND DIRECTIONS
Popular UK fashion website www.fashioncapital.co.uk gives the lowdown on fetish-inspired catwalk designers.
Hooker heels, spray-on PVC legs, gimp masks, studs and chains; it seems designers have been frequenting the likes of Torture Garden and The Rubber Ball for fetish-esque styling tips...Read more HERE.
3 July 2007
KAMELYAN BRINGS HER STILT MONSTERS TO PERFORM AT XPO
Kamelyan has performed in clubs, festivals and corporate events all over the world and wowed audiences at iconic events such as Torture Garden, Download Festival and Global Gathering.
Kate Beckinsale on her outfit in the movie Underworld:
"..Fetishwear? It's more flattering than you expect because it sucks everything in and holds it all in place, so it's actually much better than having to do a movie in a bikini."
There you have it, who needs to be skinny when you have all these fabulous fetish clothes to choose from.
12 June 2007
RADICAL RUBBER LAUNCH OFFERS GREATER CHOICE FOR FETISH FASHION
Radical Rubber, the new sheet latex manufacturer, opens its doors for business today (Monday, 11 th June 2007).... For the full story click HERE.
21 May 2007
ESINEM DEMOS AT XPO
We are ecstatic to announce that the one and
only Esinem will be coming along to the Xpo to demonstrate some
of his skills in Japanese rope bondage and other titillating
things. You will also be able to get more details on courses
and shows at the Esinem stand.
We are proud and excited to announce a partnership between the Xpo and TheFetishistas.com.
"TheFetishistas.com will be the place to go for news about the Xpo, as it happens, as well as special features of particular interest to its fetish audience," promises The Fetishistas' editor and publisher, Tony Mitchell.
INTERVIEW WITH CATHY & PAUL NORRIS - ORGANISERS OF THE XPO
So there's been some controversy and a lot of gossip surrounding this year's event. And while some of the comments flying around have muddied the waters somewhat, The Xpo remains true to its priorities and is all about the exhibitors and visitors....For the full story click HERE.
