Dedicated followers of fashion who are interested in pursuing a career in the industry will now be able to do so at a new United Arab Emirate campus.

The world-famous London College of Fashion (LCF), which is the only British institution to offer specialised study courses in fashion research, education and consultancy, has announced the launch of its UAE program which will offer potential students the chance to study some of the most popular programs under the school’s top teachers.

 A total of nine short-courses will be offered in the UAE from May 22nd until May 26th 2010, including; Introduction to Fashion Journalism, Fashion Buying and Merchandising, Principles of Personal Fashion Styling, Luxury Brand and Product Design, Online Fashion Marketing, Introduction to Fashion Marketing, The Power of Visual Merchandising, The Business of Fashion and Starting Your Own Fashion Label.

LCF claims that the history of the Middle East, steeped in painting and poetry, is an ideal location for fashion study. The short courses are the same as those that have been a success in the UK and offer UAE residents a great opportunity to develop their skills of just hone their interest. Already several local designers and labels have signed up for the wonderful opportunity.

The courses will be taught be established fashion industry professionals, such as Jimmy Choo, and will provide a Certificate of Attendance to all participants.

Ugg and Jimmy Choo, two of the most popular footwear companies, have announced that they will team up for a joint-venture. The launch will feature a line of Ugg-inspired sheepskin footwear which will be marketed and geared towards women.

The collection is based mostly on Uggs’ popular Australia boot design however, Jimmy Choo will be adding its signature luxury style which is indicative of the Jimmy Choo high-end brand name. The collaboration should be quite popular as both shoe companies are well known for their incredible sales numbers.

The collection, which is expected to be available by October, will be sold exclusively by Ugg Australia as well as Jimmy Choo stores. Both footwear designers will also sell the new designs on their respective websites.

Jimmy Choo founder and president, Tamara Mellon, said that Ugg Australia is the only thing she will wear outside of her Jimmy Choo shoes, and that she was excited to be collaborating with the footwear company which has become famous internationally.

She added that both brands combined will provide the best of both worlds incorporating the famous comfortable nature of Uggs with the impeccable style of the Jimmy Choo trademark. The collection will offer a range of five different styles all which will be available in multiple colours.

Prices for the new line will range from £495 to £695. The new Ugg-Jimmy Choo line is expected to be launched in October, being sold exclusively in the footwear outlets of both companies. The shoes will also be available online.