NEW IN TROUSER: YOU ASKED, WE LISTENED

We are constantly talking to our customers - listening to their feedback and where possible, taking action.

Previously the Frankie Straight Leg Trouser was only available in navy. However by popular demand, it is now also available in black too!

The best selling Frankie Trouser in black has all of the same features you loved from the navy version including flattering high rolled waistband, easy-care super comfy high-stretch fabric, no fastenings at the waist and extended zip at the hem but offers an alternative colour.

You can shop the Frankie Trouser in black here.

THE ABLE LABEL: DRAGONS DEN PANEL

Our founder Katie was invited along to Canterbury Christ Church University on Monday. She formed one of four on the panel of the Occupational Therapy (BSc) Hons final year group assessment day for their Innovation and Entrepreneurship module. The module aims to utilise the group’s knowledge of occupation to investigate and respond to emerging opportunities for service development and entrepreneurial practice. The course enabled students to develop abilities in collaboration, negotiation, planning and presentation within deadlines. 

Katie said, “This module is fantastic for the students as it really encourages them to think outside the box and think practically as to how they can solve problems faced by their industry. They're able to take what they have learnt from the course and what they have experienced working in industry and take it one step further. They can apply it them in a way that they perhaps would not have been considered otherwise”. 

Sat on the ‘Dragons Den panel’, Katie was seated between the Universities Student Enterprise Manager, helping students with career development and also an Occupational Therapist specialising in mental health.

Canterbury Christ Church University Occupational Therapy BSc (Hons)
students presenting for the Innovation and Enterprise module

Katie said, “The standard of the studens work was extremely high. The attention to detail was very apparent and it was evident that these students had put great thought and effort into the module, which they all clearly enjoyed. They all generated business plans to support gaps in the market they had identified, encouraging them to take ideas to the next level considering how to make them a feasible business”. 

So much consideration had gone in, the groups has no issues with answering questions that the panel through at them after their presentations as they’d all clearly done their homework!

Katie concluded, “It is so great to see young talent being encouraged to think entrepreneurially. There were so many brilliant ideas in the room. Bringing groups together to encourage group working and also start considering how to make feasible businesses from the ideas was wonderful to see and be involved with”.

The students will find out how they did in a few months time and Katie looks forward to sitting on the next panel in May.

If you would like to find out more about Canterbury Christ Church University and the Occupational Therapy course, you can do so by clicking on the links below:

Canterbury Christ Church University
Canterbury Christ Church University – Occupational Therapy BSc (Hons) course

THE ABLE LABEL: VALENTINES WARDROBE

Last week, we ran you through some great gift ideas forValentines day – whether with a significant other or not, Valentines day is a great opportunity to celebrate your love for friends and family, as well as yourself.

This week, we gear you up for what to wear with some Valentines inspired outfit ideas, what ever you plan to do.

Going out? Dress up for love with:

Su Jersey Wrap Dress (Gingko Print)

The elegant wrap style, is the perfect piece for a special occasion. With the dress fully opening and closing securely
with touch closures, the only difficulty you have is deciding how to outfit it. 

We have dressed the Su Wrap Dress in a couple of ways, always layering with the Maria Jersey Vest for ease underneath. 

Firstly, we have paired with the Lianne Knitted Cape in Dragon Red for a warmer, more elegant look. Without sleeves, this cape will be easier to take off and put back on yourself, leaving you to enjoy your time.

Secondly, the Molly Cardi in Dragon Red is high stretch for ease to get on and extra comfort. It has an effortless classic feel.

Both cape and cardi contain the same shade of red as used in the gingko print dress, making them outfit perfectly.

    

Staying in? Treat yourself to cosy comforts with:

Julia Woven Nightshirt (Pink Peony)

Our cosy Julia nightshirt will ensure you have a cosy night in and get a great nights sleep. Front fastens with touch closures, Julia gives you the option to avoid overhead dressing. The long sleeved 38" length nightshirt has a pretty allover floral print, flattering collar and stylish satin trim. The perfect companion for a night in.

Match back with our warming non-slip bed socks to help prevent falls through slipping. Add extra warmth with either a Lilly Knitted Cape or Laura Knitted Wrap layered over the top. We love the charcoal colour with the pink as they make a perfect combination. With no armholes and sleeves, the cape and wrap are an easier 'throw on, throw off' item.

         

See our selection of gift ideas, to show the love however you plan to spend this Valentines day in our previous blog here.

Share the love this Valentines Day,

Love The Able Label team xx

THE ABLE LABEL: SHOW THE LOVE

Valentines Day is just around the corner. This year, don’t limit the love – with a significant other or not, take the opportunity to celebrate your love for friends and family, as well as yourself. Show anyone you love, just how much they mean to you. Or go ahead and treat yourself, you know you deserve it!

We have a selection of gift ideas, to show the love however you plan to spend this Valentines day.

Treat yourself to cosy comforts with:

Cathie Hot Water Bottle, £15

Hot Water Bottle

Still cold? Our cute hot water bottle that is made in the UK is sure to heat you up in the home. As well as keeping you warm, a hot water bottle can give you many hours of relief from aches and pains and a wide variety of injuries and ailments. Measuring 17 x 24 x 6 cm, it is an ideal size being easier to carry.

Nightwear

Julia Nightshirt
£37.50 - £31.25 exc VAT

Julia Nightshirt
£37.50 - £31.25 exc VAT

Our cosy nightwear range will ensure you get a good night sleep. Front fastening with touch closures, they give you the option to avoid overhead dressing. Match back with our warming non-slip bed socks to help prevent falls through slipping.

Knitted Capes

Lilly Knitted Cape
£39.95 - £33.29 exc VAT

Available in a choice of three colours, our Lilly Knitted Cape is a great solution to keep the chill off. With its collar that sits high on the neck and super soft and warm fabric, this is a hero winter warmer. With no armholes to contend with, this style is easier to get on and off. It may appear that this cape fastens with a button at the neck however the button is just for decoration – the cape actually fastens with Velcro meaning no fiddly fastening.

Show someone the love with:

Bella Scarf, £15.95

Jewellery & Scarves

Sandra Pearl Drop
Magnetic Necklace
(not to be worn with pacemaker)
£49.96

Our collections of jewellery and scarves have all been designed to coordinate with our clothing so you can easily mix and match outfits. Magnetic jewellery takes the faff out of fiddly fastenings.

Lorna Knitted Wrap, £55

Knitted Wraps

We have a range of stylish, on-trend wraps that without sleeves or any fiddly fastenings to contend with, are easier to take on and off. The warm fabrics and stylish designs are versatile and timeless seeing you through a variety of occasions and also seasons.

Stella Top in Dragon Red

Stella Top (Dragon Red),
£47.50 - £29.58 exc VAT

Our beautiful fit and flare style Stella Top, comes in a beautiful dragon red colour and in viscose/elastane, drapes elegantly for a stylish look. You also have the option to fasten and unfasten at the front making it easier to get on and off.

Share the love this Valentines Day,

Love The Able Label team xx

THE ABLE LABEL: WINTER WARMERS

With temperatures falling into the minus this week  and the cold snap set to continue, make sure you keep warm this winter.

Knitted Wraps

You can now wrap up in style with one of our wraps - available in a large range, there seven different designs to choose from. The chill-busting wrap comes in one size and without armholes, is an easy-on, easy-off alternative to layering. This makes them particularly helpful not only if you feel the cold but if your temperature can fluctuate.

The Lianne Knitted Wraps (1504), Lorna Knitted Wrap (1503) and Leah Knitted Wraps (1506) are the heaviest and warmest wraps available. Laura Knitted Wraps (1502) are mid weight and contain mohair for extra warmth and lustre.  The Liv Knitted Wrap (1505) is slightly lighter, ideal if you have reduced strength and more sensitive shoulders.

Wraps are very on trend at the moment and being reversible too, the printed designs allow you to create different looks. Give them a try – we are sure you will love them as much as we do!

Shop wraps here >>

Knitted Capes

Available in a choice of three colours, our Lilly Knitted Cape is a great solution to keep the chill off. With its collar that sits high on the neck and super soft and warm fabric, this is a hero winter warmer. With no armholes to contend with, this style is easier to get on and off. It may appear that this cape fastens with a button at the neck however the button is just for decoration – the cape actually fastens with Velcro meaning no fiddly fastening.

Shop capes here >> 

Bed Socks

The thick knitted socks are not only warm but practical too with a non-slip sole making walking safer. Our onw size Cheryl Bed Socks are striped and have a pretty pom pom detail. At only £5 a pair, they are a real mist have winter warmer for yourself or a treat for someone else. 

Shop bed socks here >>

Hot Water Bottle

Still cold? Our cute hot water bottle that is made in the UK is sure to heat you up in the home. As well as keeping you warm, a hot water bottle can give you many hours of relief from aches and pains and a wide variety of injuries and ailments. Measuring 17 x 24 x 6 cm, it is an ideal size being easier to carry.

Shop hot water bottle >>

To see the full range, take a look online at www.theablelabel.com