Birmingham retailer Cloggs.co.uk is predicting a rapid sell-out of the new range of FitFlop products this winter.

It may be the middle of summer but Cloggs.co.uk, which has a store next to Selfridges in the Bullring, has spent more than £1.7 million on new FitFlop boots  and FitFlop shoes in anticipation of high demand from September onwards.

This substantial order represents more than 30 per cent of the store’s intake for Autumn/Winter 2010.

FitFlop sandals proved very popular this summer as thousands of shoppers invested in the thigh toning footwear after Cloggs.co.uk organised demonstrations of the shoes at the Bullring.

FitFlop shoes use biomechanical engineering to help wearers improve their posture and burn more calories than they would walking normally. They feature specially designed soles that destabilise the feet, making the muscles in the lower body work harder when the wearer is walking around.

Nick Thomas, managing director at Cloggs.co.uk, said he was expecting high demand for the FitFlop winter boots and FitFlop shoes this year.

“FitFlop footwear has been popular since its arrival in the shops in 2007, when the shoes sold out quickly all over the world,” he said.

“People love the concept of being able to get in shape without being shackled to the gym and this is the case regardless of what season it may be.

“Buying a pair of FitFlop boots or FitFlop shoes will mean people can continue the good work they started in the summer with their FitFlop sandals.”

The new winter range of FitFlop boots and shoes will be available from Cloggs.co.uk as well as the Cloggs store in the Bullring. Prices are expected to start from £64.99.

The team behind Cloggs.co.uk has more than 35 years’ experience of trading on the high street and began operating online over ten years ago. Cloggs.co.uk now stocks more than 20,000 items across specialised departments covering: womens shoes, womens boots, womens sandals; mens shoes, mens boots, mens sandals; as well as boys shoes and girls shoes. Other popular brands include: UGG boots, Converse, Birkenstock, Crocs and Timberland. The Cloggs Bullring store also recently won ‘Best New Store’ at the Drapers Footwear Awards 2010.

After a competition to find a new name for the George Hotel’s refurbished bar, the name is revealed this week as DAPPERS BAR.

The name DAPPERS BAR was chosen from over 270 entries ranging from the very traditional to the very modern and quirky. John Fisk from Shap entered the winning name. He thought the many sided 400 year old history of the hotel could tie in to the new look and feel of the new bar.

The hotel was a buzz during the 1700’s, Bonnie Prince Charlie came to stay and King George II was on the throne. Noted for being smart and well dressed in his fine clothing, King George II was nick named Dapper King George. Now the bar is modern and distinctive, it too feels like a dapper place to be.

Justin Wales, General Manager at the George Hotel part of the Lake District Hotels Ltd Group said “Finding a name has been very difficult because there were so many to choose from and everyone has a different idea what it should be. John was really pleased when we told him that we had decided on Dapper’s Bar because of the link to King George II. He reigned during an important part of the hotel’s history and it was his forebears that the George Hotel was named after.”

John and his wife Sue called in to the bar this week to collect their £60 dinner vouchers and were impressed with the welcoming ambiance, comfy sofas and the fine detail like the gold leaf light fittings. They also shared some of their research on the dapper king and his life with Justin who has already commissioned a special plaque to commemorate the new name.  It is being crafted to sit at the entrance of the bar and will recount the famous words that Queen Caroline allegedly uttered about King George II: “You may strut, dapper George, but ’twill all be in vain, We all know ’tis Queen Caroline, not you, that reign.”

As well as refurbishing the bar, the Lake District Hotels Ltd Group have also made improvements to the rear entrance with the entrance dressed in a new coat of paint and a new barrier entrance to control the car park. It means guests will have much easier access to car park and a pleasant entrance to the rear of this Penrith Lake District hotel.

Now open daily from 11am, the Dapper’s Bar is enjoying increased popularity, attracting new diners at lunchtime and early evening guests looking to try the cocktails and sample the new tapas menu. Visit http://www.lakedistricthotels.net/georgehotel/index.php for more information.

Flamingo Gifts, the online novelty and unique gift retailer launch their answer to the age old gift buying problem.

Simply click on the “randomize” button on www.flamingogifts.co.uk and let Flamingo do all the hard work. Great when stuck for what to buy for the Secret Santa at work, the gift randomizer will give you ideas and pluck random products from the Flamingo gift collection.

The economic climate has meant tightening of budgets for gifts for many people but they still want to be able to give a gift that is personal, suitable and more often now, fun.

“We’re really excited about this new function which will hopefully help customers choose gifts or just give inspiration.” Says Laura Carradice, founder of Flamingo Gifts.

“Our mission is simple, to provide amazing gifts to you at a great price and quickly, we are always on the lookout for new and interesting novelty gifts, birthday gifts and totally unique gifts to add to our Aladdin’s cave of treasures. We search everywhere to find the best gifts for the best budget! Whoever you’re looking to spoil, or for whatever occasion may it be Birthday gifts, Christmas gifts, Valentines Gifts or Christening gifts. We are sure you’ll find something you love! ”

Flamingo Gifts stock unique gifts for men, women, babies and children, for the home also personalised gifts and cards all with the emphasis on “unique”, “special”, “novelty”. To browse their collection and solve all your gift problems, visit http://www.flamingogifts.co.uk.

Why not treat yourself to a bottle of Krug Vintage Champagne from the bar at the new Brooklands Hotel on any Friday, Saturday or Sunday between the 18th of June and the end of August and enjoy a complimentary luxurious stay in one of the critically acclaimed super suites. With an iconic, art deco inspired interior, the world’s most historic motor racing track running through the reception, hot tub overlooking the Mercedes track, critically acclaimed spa facilities and vast super suites, the new Brooklands Hotel in Weybridge, Surrey has to be seen to be believed. And with this unique offer, there is no longer any excuse not to.

The Super suites at the Brooklands Hotel consists of one or two bedrooms and a huge living and dining area.  The average size of this combination is vast, 100 square metres, and as an extra special touch, some of these suites also benefit from their own decked terrace areas overlooking the track. You can enjoy your Krug Vintage Champagne at the bar in Brooklands or we can have it delivered, chilled to your super suite and private terrace upon your arrival. Use of the spa and its unique meditation room, outdoor hot tub, steam and sauna facilities, the next day is also with our compliments.

Located next door to Mercedes Benz World and within the legendary Brooklands motor racing circuit, Brooklands Weybridge Hotel is just minutes from the A3, the M3 and the M25, 17 miles from Heathrow and 33 miles from Gatwick. Aiming to be one of the finest luxury Surrey Hotels, Brooklands prides themselves on their personality, individuality, and an unparalleled level of service.

A bottle of Krug Vintage Champagne at Brooklands costs £385.00 per bottle.  To book your Krug ‘Champagne and Super Suite Summer Special’ please contact Reservations on reservations@brooklandshotelsurrey.com or visit http://www.brooklandshotelsurrey.com.