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Daily Record
22-07-2025
- Business
- Daily Record
Over 100 victims of Mohamed Al Fayed abuse claim compensation
The Harrods scheme started issuing compensation in April and it will remain open to applications until March next year. More than 100 survivors of alleged sexual abuse by Mohamed Al Fayed have entered Harrods' redress scheme, the department store said as it also confirmed applicants had started receiving compensation. The scheme, developed with law firm MPL Legal and funded by Harrods, opened for applications at the end of March and will remain live until March 31 next year. In a three-month update, the store announced that survivors who were employed by Mr Al Fayed's private airline company Fayair (Jersey) Co. Limited, and claim to have suffered abuse before May 7, 2010, can now also apply to the scheme. "Since the redress scheme's inception, more than 100 survivors have entered the process, with many having had eligibility confirmed," Harrods said. "Compensation awards and interim payments began being issued to eligible survivors at the end of April. "Survivors are making use of both the non-medical and medical pathways." The store also stressed that the scheme did not require survivors to undergo medical assessment. "There have been misleading reports that the scheme requires survivors to be assessed by a medical expert," it said in its FAQs. "Harrods would like to reassure survivors that this is not the case. Since its launch, the scheme has provided eligible applicants with a choice to proceed with either a non-medical pathway or medical pathway." Harrods "apologises unreservedly" for the sexual abuse people suffered and "wants everyone who is eligible to receive this compensation", according to documents on the scheme's website. Join the Daily Record WhatsApp community! Get the latest news sent straight to your messages by joining our WhatsApp community today. You'll receive daily updates on breaking news as well as the top headlines across Scotland. No one will be able to see who is signed up and no one can send messages except the Daily Record team. All you have to do is click here if you're on mobile, select 'Join Community' and you're in! If you're on a desktop, simply scan the QR code above with your phone and click 'Join Community'. We also treat our community members to special offers, promotions, and adverts from us and our partners. If you don't like our community, you can check out any time you like. To leave our community click on the name at the top of your screen and choose 'exit group'. If you're curious, you can read our Privacy Notice. Those eligible can apply for a number of types of compensation: - General damages of up to £200,000 - Work impact payment of up to £150,000 - Aggravated damages of up to £25,000 - Wrongful testing fixed payment(s) of up to £10,000 - Treatment costs All eligible applicants are offered a meeting with a senior Harrods' representative, to receive an apology in person or by video, as well as an individual written apology. The scheme only requires "documentary evidence", meaning applicants are not asked to give oral evidence about their claims. If a person makes a successful application and accepts an offer, it is treated as "full and final settlement", meaning they waive their right to pursue action for damages. It was reported earlier this month that the Metropolitan Police had apologised to alleged victims of Mr Al Fayed for the distress they had suffered in a letter leaked to the BBC. The Met is reviewing a total of 21 allegations that were made before Mr Al Fayed died in 2023, and had referred two of these to the Independent Office for Police Conduct (IOPC) in November. More than 100 alleged victims have contacted police to say they were sexually abused by the tycoon, the youngest of whom is thought to have been 13 at the time.
Fashion Network
30-06-2025
- Business
- Fashion Network
Harrods' luxe upgrade plans include UK's first curved escalators
Britain's first curved escalators are coming to luxury retailer Harrods as part of a multimillion-pound renovation. The famous Knightsbridge department store plans to introduce the technology in its lower-ground floors, reports The Telegraph newspaper which has seen planning documents to on bring the 'innovation to the UK'. Echoing 'the sweeping staircases of Harrods' history' the aim is to create a 'grand and luxurious retail experience' emulating its original Edwardian sales rooms. The proposal includes fluted marble columns, inspired by the draped fabric of Lady Britannia on the store's Brompton Road facade while the current ceiling will be replaced with a 1920s replica. The overhaul will also include a deepening of the lower-ground and sub-basement levels to create a double-height hall, merging its fine watches and fine jewellery departments. As well as the curved escalator, each brand based in Harrods' basement would also get its own eight-10-person lift for privacy and security, 'helping extremely high-net worth customers feel comfortable', the report says. Harrods said in planning documents it needed to overhaul its store to 'remain relevant in an increasingly competitive luxury market' and set London 'on the map for hard luxury' goods.
Fashion Network
30-06-2025
- Business
- Fashion Network
Harrods' luxe upgrade plans include UK's first curved escalators
Britain's first curved escalators are coming to luxury retailer Harrods as part of a multimillion-pound renovation. The famous Knightsbridge department store plans to introduce the technology in its lower-ground floors, reports The Telegraph newspaper which has seen planning documents to on bring the 'innovation to the UK'. Echoing 'the sweeping staircases of Harrods' history' the aim is to create a 'grand and luxurious retail experience' emulating its original Edwardian sales rooms. The proposal includes fluted marble columns, inspired by the draped fabric of Lady Britannia on the store's Brompton Road facade while the current ceiling will be replaced with a 1920s replica. The overhaul will also include a deepening of the lower-ground and sub-basement levels to create a double-height hall, merging its fine watches and fine jewellery departments. As well as the curved escalator, each brand based in Harrods' basement would also get its own eight-10-person lift for privacy and security, 'helping extremely high-net worth customers feel comfortable', the report says. Harrods said in planning documents it needed to overhaul its store to 'remain relevant in an increasingly competitive luxury market' and set London 'on the map for hard luxury' goods.
Elle
20-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Elle
Bridal Pyjamas Are Nearly As Important As The Dress These Days...Here Are 15 Nightwear Sets We Love
Bridal pyjamas are pretty high up on the wedding shopping list these days. And as a result, there's a myriad of pretty white nightwear options for women to choose from in 2025 – from simple satin sets to feather-trimmed co-ords and lace-trimmed chemises. In the age of Instagram, we've reached peak wedding; with celebrations become so well-coordinated that photographers are now offering 'backstage' shots of the bride and her party getting ready pre-ceremony. And you can't well be papped in glam wearing your old Leaver T-shirts, can you? Tie-fastening robes or button-through PJs ensure you don't ruin your hair and makeup when you switch into the gown. FIND OUT MORE ON ELLE COLLECTIVE Then we have the hen dos, which have also grown in importance since a decade ago (back when you older sister was content with a night on the town in 'jeans and a nice top'), with many taking place over multiple days and even abroad. You'll no doubt be needing a pair of white pyjamas for the occasion – probably something playful, trimmed with feathers, embellished or even personalised – and perhaps even a bridal bikini. There is of course the wedding night to consider (if you've not drunk so much champagne that you end up falling asleep in your afterparty dress). For those 'together' brides who make it to bed before they turn into a pumpkin, complete their 10-step skincare routine and slip into something more comfortable, we've included a few sultry chemises and camisole sets to peruse. Before you roll your eyes at the long list of things to prioritise – the gown, the jewellery, the shoes, not to mention the venue– before you ever consider nightwear, take a quick scroll through our selects below and you might just find yourself suitable distracted. These aren't called the 'Party' pyjamas for nothing – Sleeper's iconic feather-trimmed set works just as well for lounging as it does out-out with a pair of heels. Buy the pure white colourway for your bridal party to wear on the night before or at the hen. If you're looking for bridal nightwear that you're sure to wear again, a great quality silk-satin robe is a smart investment. From Harrods' own line, this ivory style is finished with contrast navy piping and elegant shawl lapels. Olivia Von Halle is the queen of luxury pyjamas – and as a bride, you deserve the best, right? The brand's signature Coco set is made from silk-satin and detailed with pink piping. Sleeper just launched its most expansive bridal collection to date (with corsage-topped dresses we can't get enough of), but the Ukrainian brand is still staying true to its namesake roots with a wide offering of pyjama styles. There's the OG party-trimmed Sleeper style, a Cheongsam-inspired design and this sheer marabou-trimmed pair. If you're going full bridal camp for your hen do, obviously Victoria's Secret nails the brief. This white satin robe is trimmed with ruffles and turns to reveal the word 'Bride' in crystals at the back. Suki Waterhouse wore a Bocan robe while in glam before the Met Gala 2025, so we reckon it's good enough for your big day prep. This champagne-hued robe is made from sheer silk-chiffon and panelled with French lace. If you don't do white, why not make your bridal nightwear that 'something blue'? Bluebella's chemise is dyed in the shade Ice Water and trimmed with white lace so it feels wedding-night appropriate. Alternatively, if you're just looking for pure comfort on your hen or wedding night, it makes sense to invest in some classic button-through pyjamas. Made from super soft and stretchy Modal-jersey, Skims' pair will serve you long after the big day. For hen dos abroad or destination weddings, Chelsea Peers' nightie will inject a dose of fun with its tactile fringed trim. If you're looking for something a little more classic, the brand has a whole range of white satin bridal nightwear to choose from. Intimissimi is a go-to for real silk nightwear under £100. You can wear this lace-trimmed chemise to bed, or as an underslip beneath sheer bridal looks. Another Sleeper winner, the Louis pyjamas are defined by their Eastern-inspired details: clock the frog fastenings and curved split hems. Olivia Von Halle's Issa slip is a brand signature for a reason – it's a minimalist design classic that can be worn as lingerie or a dress. In fact, we've spotted A-listers like Em Rata, Addison Rae and Rita Ora wearing theirs out and about. In pure white it'll serve you at the hen, during bridal prep or at the after party. Flora Nikrooz's mini robe is perfect for bridal prep – hair, makeup, tanning, the list goes on – on the big day. Made from fluid charmeuse fabric, it's trimmed with geometric scalloped lace and cinches with a tie belt. Sleeper has no shortage of bridal-appropriate pyjamas. The Bloom pair is dotted with this season's favourite detailing: 3D flowers, a trend born from fashion penchant for the corsage. For destination weddings, satin pyjamas just won't do. Made from lightweight and breathable dobby cotton, this Nobody's Child pair comes with ruffle-trimmed shorts and a tie-front cami that we'd definitely wear with jeans. Desmond and Dempsey cotton pyjamas are perfect for the summer bride. Or the bride who loves a bit of cottagecore – just look at those broderie trims and the cute Peter Pan collar. If you're looking for something that ticks both the 'nightwear' and 'lingerie' boxes for your wedding night, The White Company's camisole and shorts combo is perfect. This set is made from white silk-satin and trimmed with eyelash lace around the cami neckline. Abigail Southan is our Senior Fashion Ecommerce Editor and has five years' experience as a writer and editor in the industry. Abigail has a BA in History from the University of Bristol and an MA in Fashion Journalism from Central Saint Martins. Abigail currently covers all things style and shopping across titles including Harper's Bazaar, ELLE, Esquire and Red. On a daily basis, she helps readers buy better with how-to-wear guides, first-person product reviews and deep dives into the latest trends. Previously, Abigail has worked for The Sunday Times' Style and Fabulous magazine as their first ecommerce writer and was a founding editor of Sun Selects. She has also written for Net-a-Porter, I-D, Man About Town, Wonderland and 1 Granary, and has interviewed the likes of Paris Hilton, Dua Lipa and Christopher Bailey. You can follow Abigail on Instagram at @abigailsouthan.
Yahoo
20-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Jewelry Brand Vickisarge Gets the Val Garland Makeover
— All that glitters isn't gold — it's Val Garland. The makeup artist, renowned for her glitzy looks, has turned her high-shine eye to jewelry brand Vickisarge for their upcoming capsule collection, which will be released on June 13. 'If it is shiny and sparkly, it makes me feel good. I always want to wear things that make me feel good,' Garland said. 'I want people to feel like individuals when they wear these pieces. Happy and inspired.' More from WWD Fashion Trust Arabia Collections to Hit Harrods' Shop Floor in July Conner Ives, Alexander Fury Dig Into Jimmy Choo's Archives Unilever Invests 80 Million Pounds in Fragrance Research, Development in the U.K. The 16-piece collection is a cabinet of curiosities, featuring eclectic necklaces, earrings and rings plated in 23-karat gold and hand-tinted crystals. The capsule's prices range from $513 to $167, and will be available to purchase at the Vickisarge boutique and online at Pieces embody Garland's sense of lightheartedness, down to their name. Take the FestiVAL charm necklace, two edgy chains dotted with spider, hand and duck charms. Or, the ArchiVAL Mismatched earrings, with one earring featuring a spider climbing a cross and the other a jeweled hand. Vickisarge and Garland are longtime collaborators, who previously worked together on projects with Alexander McQueen and Lady Gaga. The brand's creative director, Louis Circe, described the partnership as a salute to their creative relationship. 'Celebrating a longstanding relationship with Val and this beautiful collaborative collection feels like the perfect way to illustrate her creative vision, and the brand's quintessential style and heritage,' Circe said. Vicki Sarge founded her eponymous jewelry line in 2013, after parting ways with Erickson Beamon, the jewelry brand she founded with Karen and Erick Erickson in the '80s. Her brand has become famous for its ornate statement jewelry and dramatic runway pieces for Savage x Fenty, Erdem and more. Best of WWD The Strategic Rise of Models at the Cannes Film Festival: Glamour, Fashion Brands and Media Millions Cannes Film Festival's Sheer Dresses on the Red Carpet Through the Years: Sophia Loren, Bella Hadid & More [PHOTOS] Celebrities Wearing Zara: From Melania Trump's Controversial Coat to Kate Middleton's Blazer Collection [PHOTOS]
