SCOTLAND'S NEW FACE

Christina Chalk attended the UK premiere of Hollywood A lister Gerard Butler's new film 'Law Abiding Citizen in Glasgow in November. After only 4 months since she was crowned ' Scotland 's New Face', Christina interview Gerard Butler for Scottish Fashion Awards TV and of course got the opportunity to chat with the Scots born actor.

"It was a fantastic night - to have the red carpet experience with many other celebrities and to get to meet Gerard in person was great - he was utterly charming! The film was totally gripping from beginning to end. I must admit I nearly jumped out my seat a few times, but a wonderful feat for Gerard as an actor and indeed producer of the film. It's simply a must see," said Christina.

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We are delighted to welcome successful model and jewellery designer Lisa Butcher to the 2009 judging panel. Lisa has presented the BBC1 show ‘What Not to Wear’ for two series, alongside her good friend Mica Paris. Together they have educated the nation on how to dress to get the most out of ones figure and appearance, with the aim of building confidence. She first appeared on our television screens in 2006 presenting “ Britain ’s Next Top Model” for Living TV where she put her expertise and knowledge of the fashion industry to good use. At the age of 15, Lisa was named as the “Face of the Nineties”, by the late Norman Parkinson, and became a main stay on the London fashion stage; featuring in campaigns from YSL to Ralph Lauren and appearing in endless editorials for Tatler, Harper’s and Elle. We are honoured that she has joined this exciting event as a judge. Lisa will sit alongside other 2009 judges including founder of the event and top fashion publicist Tessa Hartmann, Marketing and PR Director for Warehouse Lorraine Pringle, The Daily Record’s own fashion stylist Julie Hannah and top international hair stylist Austin Shirley from Toni & Guy. Austin a regular at London Fashion Week is a former ‘Scottish Hairdresser of the Year’ nominee and invaluable member of the Toni & Guy creative team.

STIRLING, SCOTLAND, UK - 21 JUNE 09 - The fashion world assembled on the glittering silver and tartan red carpet at Stirling Castle, Scotland as winners and special honours for the fourth annual Scottish Fashion Awards in association with Vogue.com, were unveiled at the now internationally recognised awards ceremony.

Glistening jewels, sophisticated clutches and sparkling timepieces, courtesy of Official Jeweller Swarovski, accessorised some of the fashion industries most influential names who jetted in from Paris, New York, Los Angeles, Milan and London for the occasion. Their first taste of Scotland set the tone for the event as BAA Glasgow, Scotland's international airport provided a VIP Dignitary meet and greet service to all guests. Normally reserved for royals and political figures, VIP's were fast tracked through security to waiting chauffeurs at the airport exit.

Graced with the presence of a host of celebrities including international fashion figures such as designer Graeme Black, supermodel Jade Parfitt, TV presenter / model Lisa Butcher, fashion icon Louise Roe, Michelle Mone, Jenni Falconer, Taggart's Blythe Duff, TV personality Nick Ede, punk diva Siouxsie Sioux and fashion icon Pam Hogg, it was the most elusive and sought after fashion invitation in the country. Fleets of Mercedes-Benz and the world's most exclusive luxury saloon's, the E-Class Coupe limousines chauffeured guests to the majestic castle which overlooks the City of Stirling.

'Catwalk Caledonia' paid homage to the incredible Scottish design talent in a series of fashion interludes featuring collections from an array of Scottish design talent including Christopher Kane, Graeme Black, Jonathon Saunders, Pringle of Scotland, Harris Tweed Hebrides, Graeme Armour, Louise Gray, Holly Fulton and Laura Lees to name but a few.

The awards substantiated the assertion that the nation has entered a new era where the words 'Fashion and 'Scotland' are no longer thought to be paradoxical but can now legitimately be quoted in the same line, suggesting a serious essence of cool. Scotland is having more than a 'fashion moment' given the selection of global fashion editors and figures that were in attendance.

The winners were selected by an exclusive judging panel made up of professionals from the worlds' leading fashion houses, the most renowned and respected fashion publications and leading figures in style.

The list of award winners & honourees 2009 is as follows:

SCOTTISH FASHION AWARDS DESIGNER OF THE YEAR 2009 - SPONSORED BY VOGUE.COM
GRAEME BLACK

SCOTTISH FASHION AWARDS TEXTILE BRAND OF THE YEAR 2009 - SPONSORED BY THE HERALD
HARRIS TWEED HEBRIDES

SCOTTISH FASHION AWARDS COMMUNICATOR OF THE YEAR 2009 - SPONSORED BY BAA GLASGOW
NICK EDE - TV STYLE EXPERT

SCOTTISH FASHION AWARDS YOUNG DESIGNER OF THE YEAR 2009 - SPONSORED BY THE SCOTTISH FASHION COUNCIL
HOLLY FULTON

SCOTTISH FASHION GRADUATE OF THE YEAR 2009 - SPONSORED BY HOMECOMING SCOTLAND
NEIL YOUNG - CENTRAL ST.MARTINS, LONDON

SCOTTISH FASHION AWARDS RETAILER OF THE YEAR - SPONSORED BY STIRLING COUNCIL
ULTIMO

SCOTTISH FASHION AWARDS MODEL OF THE YEAR - SPONSORED BY FAKE BAKE
GILLIAN COOK - THE MODEL TEAM

SCOTTISH FASHION AWARDS ACCESSORY DESIGNER OF THE YEAR 2009 - SPONSORED BY SWAROVSKI
JOYCE PATON - MILLINERY/ACCESSORIES

SCOTTISH FASHION AWARDS STYLE ICON 2009 - SPONSORED BY MARKS & SPENCER
JENNI FALCONER - TV PRESENTER

BEST USE OF SCOTTISH FABRIC BY INTERNATIONAL DESIGNER - SPONSORED BY TONI & GUY
PAUL SMITH

SCOTLAND'S NEW FACE - SPONSORED BY WAREHOUSE
CHRISTINA CHALK

SCOTTISH FASHION AWARDS HALL OF FAME 2009 - SPONSORED BY HOTEL DU VIN
PAM HOGG

The awards ceremony was hosted by the glamorous fashion television presenter Los Angeles based Louise Roe, formerly of Vogue TV and now resident fashion correspondent on GMTV and Vogue USA. Louise was recently included in the "25 Most Important People in Fashion' list, compiled by Style.com in the US. Living in Los Angeles now, Louise is a firm supporter of our Scottish fashion talents.

The world's leading Scottish Power Pipe band provided a regal aspect to the proceedings as it piped in the VIP's from the castle's courtyard to the Gala Dinner. Prepared by 'Nick Nairn at Stirling Castle' where roast lamb, smoked salmon and Mansard Champagne, courtesy of Forth Wines, were served complete with surprise Scottish Fashion Awards cup cakes. Guests then headed to the seven hundred year old Chapel Royal, which was transformed into a night club. The aftershow party was a world away from the Chapel Royal's previous usages, including the venue for Mary Queen of Scot's coronation in 1543. Auchentoshan Whisky cocktails provided the 'Caledonistas' with a real taste of Scotland as they celebrated in style until the early hours.

Scottish Fashion Awards in association with Vogue.com silver tote bags were filled with an exclusive selection of goodies worth over £100 for each guest, including products from Toni&Guy, Warehouse, Mercedes-Benz, Arran Aromatics, M&S, Fake Bake, Mac Cosmetics and of course Tunnocks Caramel Wafers - Scotland's biggest selling chocolate biscuit!

In line with high profile fashion events, the luxury 5 star Hotel Du Vin properties and the castle undertook a military-like operations throughout the day as suites and dungeons were converted into official 'Green Rooms' for celebrities and VIP's by top creative talents from Toni&Guy and Mac.

Tessa Hartmann, Founder and Producer of the event said: "I have heard it said that the Scot's don't have enough fashion talent to sustain an event like this each year - looking at the impressive line up of new and established names this evening, I think they must feel rather silly now! I am truly grateful to all the high profile brands that sponsored the event, despite the economic climate. This isn't just about Scottish Fashion, it's about celebrating a 'Fashionable Scotland' and we will do just that!"

Hartmann Media have released the first official photography of Scotland 's New Face Winner, 16 Year Old Christina Chalk from Dunblane. Having scooped the prestigious title at the high profile Scottish Fashion Awards 2009 in association with Vogue.com in June of this year, the school girl under went a make over for her first official assignment which was shot a few weeks ago. With a top team of stylists from Toni & Guy, Mac Cosmetics, Fake Bake and clothes from Warehouse, Christina proved she has what it takes in front of the camera. This photograph in particular caught the eye of The Herald newspaper who featured it on their front page on Monday.

Christina said: "I love the photos. It's crazy and unbelievable to think that I am here now. I would never have thought there is so much behind a shoot. The Hartmann team prepared all visuals before hand and looking at them I would never have dreamed I would end up looking like that! I have learned really quickly that it takes a lot of time between hair, make up, jewellery, styling and the modelling itself. Fortunately I have done ballet for many years so I was quite confident to pull the required looks, which helped! My mum and the Hartmann Media team were there the whole day to ensure that it all went well - having a chaperone helps."

Selected from thousands of entries in this nationwide search, a team of top judges felt that Christina had a unique and original look. Judges included former super model and TV personality Lisa Butcher, Creative Director Austin Shirley from Toni & Guy, Lorraine Pringle Marketing & PR Director of high street giant Warehouse and fashion publicist and event producer Tessa Hartmann.

Having just entered her 5th year at Dunblane High School , she is going to go on and complete a 6th year to ensure that she always has her academics behind her. Being managed by top fashion management company Hartmann Media will also ensure that Christina has the pick of the most high profile projects and events.

Founder and judge of the event Tessa Hartmann said: "We were amazed by Christina's versatility and subtle confidence at the shoot. When we saw her really strike a pose, we were reassured that yes, we had picked the right winner. She has an attitude that belies her tender age and I have no doubt that she will go far. Don't be fooled, many girls think they have the right look but it's a package that one needs to survive in this competitive industry. Sure you need an interesting and photogenic face, but personality is so very important. The girls that do make it all the way, have all of those things and view this as a business. It requires understanding and respect and the rewards are incredible. I for one am definitely going to use Christina in the Scottish Fashion Awards campaign for 2010 after seeing these results - she truly is Scotland's New Face - I would love to see the rest of the world appreciate her look too - time will tell!".

For more information or to book Christina, please contact Karla@hartmannmedia.co.uk t. 01236 826 666

Stunning Christina Chalk, 15, from Dunblane, Perthshire was awarded the coveted title of Scotland’s New Face 2009 at the star-studded Scottish Fashion Awards which took place on 21st June 09 at the magnificent Stirling Castle.

Now into its second year, Scotland’s New Face, in association with Warehouse, has hit Scotland hard. Christina battled her way through hundreds of budding catwalk queens to be crowned Scotland’s New Face 2009. School girl Christina said: “It’s crazy and unbelievable to think that I am here and it means the world to me to have won.”

Candidates were whittled down to four fabulous finallists who strutted their stuff on the glittering silver catwalk at the Scottish Fashion Awards in front of the fashion industry’s elite as well as international fashionistas. Alongside Christina, the catwalk showdown featured Rosheen Murray, Holly Conyers and Holly Fairfull who were selected from a mass of entrants to model in the Scotland’s New Face final at the Scottish Fashion Awards. They all had one wish: to become Scotland’s New Face 2009 with the hope of being catapulted into the exciting, fast paced world of fashion and modelling. 17 year old model wannabe Holly Fairfull from Kilearn said: “Modelling has been my passion for years so to get to the final means so much to me.” Budding models Holly Conyers, 16 from Bearsden and Rosheen Murray, 17 from Dunfermline were also thrilled to make it to the final and to be included in the line up at the Scottish Fashion Awards.

The contest was fierce but Christina was the brightest star and outshone the competition with bags of personality and a fantastic fresh face to take home the incredible prizes. Not only did she receive the amazing accolade of being named Scotland’s New face 2009, but she also won a collection of dazzling gifts coutesy of this year’s sponsors - £1000 to spend at Warehouse, a sparkling piece of crystal jewellery from Swarovski, a style make-over from top creative directors at Toni & Guy for one year, a supply of celebrities’ favourite tanning product Fake Bake for one year, a fashion forward Nokia 6600 and finally a portrait by the combined talents of leading fashion photographer Stephen Kearney, Mac Cosmetics professional make-up artists and experts from award winning fashion PR consultancy Hartmann Media.

The 3 finallists did not go home empty handed either - they each received a super sleek Nokia 6600 as well as the fantastic experience of walking the catwalk at the glamorous Scottish Fashion Awards.

Judge and former model Lisa Butcher branded the competition as “particularly exciting” and Tessa Hartmann, founder of The Scottish Fashion Awards and creator of Scotland’s New Face speaks for the judging panel in stating that “Christina stood out as she is extremely photogenic. She has no hesitations in front of the camera and has a subtle confidence that belies her age.”

Scotland’s New Face entrants do not have to live in Scotland to qualify but must be Scottish by birth. So if you are Scottish and live in Glasgow, Stirling, New York or Paris, and you want to make your dream become a reality, stay tuned for registration which re-opens in 2010.

Do you have what it takes?