Sip Spring Labels: you be the judge

So here are the two shortlisted labels we have put together for sip Spring water. Imagine the labels are clear,  not white. As I mentioned in the last post we're just trying to convey our core strengths and beliefs.

• Keep it British; why ship water from overseas when we've got some of the best water in the world right here in the UK.
• Pure; just delicious spring water straight from the hills of Pembrokeshire 
• Fun; well I think the label is fun and have always believed that our attitude towards drinking water and staying healthy should be approached in an informed but lighthearted way. We are only human after all.

I look forward to hearing from you either here on the blog or email me directly at kate.cazenove@sipdrink.com

New year, new flavour!

I'm new to this so bear with me but Genna has persuaded me that I should embrace blogging for 2010 so here goes as I sit here with a mug of hot Lemongrass & Ginger Sip - it really works!

It can be quite hard to get really enthusiastic about chilled drinks in this weather but we're currently working on lots of new ideas for sip in 2010 including some delicious new flavours. We're saying goodbye to Ruby Orange and want to replace it with one of 2 flavours that Genna and I have fallen in love with. Cherry or Blackcurrant are on the shortlist and I'd love to hear from any of you as to which one would be your favourite so do, please let us know. My daughters are crazy about the cherry but I think that we should broaden the tester base a little more...As you can see from the picture, Elderflower has been Tabitha's firm favourite for awhile so feeling confident we've picked some winners!

We're also planning to launch a sip Spring water soon. sip Original was launched for those that know that they should regularly drink water but just find it a bit boring and wanted something a little different. Well, I'm passionate about water and am thrilled to announce that we've found an amazing British water which comes from the most beautiful part of Wales. sip water will come from a family run organic farm in Pembrokeshire, which takes 15 years to filter through before we get to drink it. It's light, sweet and completely delicious. We've been working on the designs, trying to produce a label that will reflect what sip is all about; British, pure and fun! We have got down to two favourites and again, we'd love to hear from you as to which one would make you pick it up off the shelf! Alternatively, if you think they're awful - tell me! Will put them on the next post later today once I've worked out how to do it!

I can't tell you how much we appreciate getting feedback from you all - good or bad. Any ideas about anything, get in touch - it's important to us. Hope to hear from you and here's to a great 2010! Kate!

get covered up in style this season

The best thing about the weather turning colder is the excuse to head off to the shops (or pop online to stay warmer!) and fill your real/online basket with lovely knitwear and coats.


From high street to designer, knitwear is definitely having a moment - the 'It knit' is here and these little beauties have been spending a little more time lately with sequins & scissors and getting inspired by all sorts of great shapes and fabrics. 


Winter colours like greys and blacks are still staying strong but there are plenty of additions to the good ol' jumper and cardigans to keep you shopping for hours... take a look at some of our faves


Left: Jazzing up a simple grey jumper: Keyhole Embellished Grey Jumper £38, Topshop. 


Below, left: Super cozy chunky 'Betty' jumper £95, French Connection. 


Below right: Bring on the beads! £110, French Connection

Below, from left to right:

Fresian knitwear sweater, Whistles, £90

More than just a regular black jumper, this one is covered in delicate sequins, £80, Whistles

London Fashion Week: Blow presents Steve J & Yoni P Presentation

Check out our photos from the Steve J & Yoni P presentation held over London Fashion Week in association with Blow (www.blow.co.uk)


sip were proud drinks sponsors for the event

That's fashion week darling!

Just finished up at AVSH ALOM GUR at the ON/OFF space and it was what I can only describe as 'super cool'- honestly 'cool' just oozed from everywhere we looked. Alongside the cocktails sat bottles of sip (which wasn't sitting for too long!) which stylishly aided the masses of the thirsty fash pack crowd.
Ill be uploading pictures soon as we were so impressed with how their floaty fabric, exquisite detail and colour gave the classic designs something special.
As I left the very cool ON/OFF space on the strand I unfashionably tripped down the stairs cursing my outfit choice as I fell... then a wonderfully clad gentleman called out "don't worry, that's fashion for you darling!" - amen!
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London fashion week- on the go

Trying out my new BlackBerry for on the go blogging! Will be blogging from on/off this afternoon!

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Red red hot...

It's all about red this season...

Red & black clothes are big for A/W, red lippy is still totally IN, and now... red hair.

We love when a new trend emerges and have seen some pretty gorgeous red heads floating around. Florence from Florence and the Machine has been rocking hers for some time, and Cheryl Cole has dabbled in the gorgeous hue. Leighton Meester has a red warmth to her lovely chocolatey locks and Ashlee Simpson has been ahead of the trend for ages now. We also love pale beauty Lily Cole who has stayed true to her deliciously red locks.

From warm and rich to cool and subtle it looks like red is here to stay. Brunettes will find it can add a red tinge to your hair with a warmer brown whereas blondes can get a more vibrant red but should be a little more careful with this colour - red is difficult to remove but adding warmth is easy to achieve. It requires quite a lot of upkeep to maintain that vibrant red and we recommend going to a salon but if you do want to do a home job - read up on it first (there are plenty of sites to advise on dying your hair!) and most recommend a wash out colour first!

Here are some of our faves:

Florence Welch, H&M Model Karen Elson, Lily Cole, Ashlee Simpson and Rumer Willis