June '10
http://meowcake.blogspot.com/2010/06/dream-factory.html
"Fashion brands always promise the world to you but moreso than none they don't live up to their words. Zara probably goes beyond the beyond. She is the only designer/manufacturer I know that goes that extra mile. She frequently sends me texts, Facebook comments with encouragement, warmth and happiness. What is a brand if doesn't make you happy? Just a money machine that's what. She self confessed to me that she doens't make that much from her sales, anyone with a monotonous money mind would become a quitter. But this is not what Zara does. She goes out, has fun, she makes her clothes your life. Your fun. Your smile. Frequently in the trendiest bars/clubs in Manchester she's a pro at getting her stuff out there for people to enjoy, often collaborating with local DJs..."
June '10
http://dannyfahey.blogspot.com/2010/06/dream-factory.html
" If you keep an eye on the Dub-step scene up North theres a good chance you would have seen a slew of MC's and DJ's wearing the Dreamy scare-bear Logo.... (Its like something you would see on Mushrooms!) The cool kid behind the Dream Factory is Zara Khalique, a little bundle of Love who just knows how to dish it out, All the love vibes are contagious and seem to just seep into all aspects of her designs. Follow the bear! "
June'10
http://www.youtube.com/user/murtvchannel#g/u
March' 09
http://www.kokomagazine.com/fashion/fashionpack09.htm#khalique
''Zara Khalique is living proof that dreams really can come true. At the age of 17, she is already establishing herself as a unique and innovative designer with her grassroots inspired and aptly titled 'Dream Factory' label, the of which appeared to her in a dream back in 2007.Her clothes are both edgy and distinctive, a combination effortlessly achieved by the upcoming designer, and her limited edition pieces aren't the only thing that makes Dream Factory a truly unique label, as she explains in her interview. Armed with passion and creative flair, there's no stopping the talented designer. It seems clothes are just the beginning of things for Khalique...''
April '09
http://plattchapel.blogspot.com/2009/04/chums-of-chapel-featurette-dream.html
June' 09http://whatdabidness.blogspot.com/2009/06/factory-made-customs.html
"Dream Factory is a Manchester based label run by entrepreneur Zara Khalique. As well as producing incredible t-shirts & sweatshirts with intricate designs, the company also creates custom work (including chains, shoes & bras!). The company has hosted events & it's buzz is quickly increasing. Brighten up your day & grab your self some of their awesome work. Whilst you're at it, get some for a friend as well! You'll be glad you did."
June '09
http://maxiemillion.blogspot.com/2009/06/i-have-dreams-of-fuckin-r-bitchand-ill.html
'...I passed the basic tag to Zara, she worked on it and the result is here to see! Excellent, funny and old school like your dad is. The gold you see is hand stitched. This alone shines in my opinion. What more can you ask?! I'm glad to inform all the ladies that at Dream Factory, Zara customizes even bras. To sum it all in one word in Manchester steez... "big"!'
June '09
http://daretobeyoself.blogspot.com/2009/06/dream-factory.html
"I think the world needs to know about a little lady from Manchester with a huge talent. Shes called Zara Khalique and is one for you fashionistas to keep an eye on. The artist come fashion designer creates unique limited edition pieces, that are all hand-painted (yeah ya read right by hand!). The up and coming designers clothing designs are graffiti inspired and truly individual.
Check out Zara's site to get your hands on one of her unique pieces. "
July '09
http://www.largemanchester.com
'A Feisty young lady who's just popped up on our radar is Zara Khalique. Zara is set to explode onto the fashion scene with her harmonious designs, trying to spread love and unity to the people of Manchester through fashion. For the past three years, she has been creating custom made and one off designs under her Dream Factory label, mixing up edgy and funky street style to create one of a kind pieces for the fashion savvy in Manchester.
Her designs have become the must have items to be seen in for the cities DJs, MCs and local artists including Rich Reason, Chunky, The Steppahs, Little Engine and Ruby Ann Patterson but theres something for everyone as she even does a kids range. Not bad for a girl who's only just turned 18!'
July' 09
http://avant-gardefashion.blogspot.com/2009/07/i-absolutely-love-these-from.html
'Described as "magic and sex appeal" what more could you want. Zara Khalique's designs are taken from simple inspirations from her local environment, music scene and everyday life to make some very unusual clothing and accessories. The tees and hoodie designs are my favorite. Need to put a couple of them on my birthday wish list. These are guaranteed attract admiring, as well as confusing, looks from people which makes me love the collection even more!'
July '09
'Time for some serious props to miss Zara khalique of dream factory. Having just turned18 shes been making one off custom design clothes for a while now. Gettin them worn about town by Djs such as rich reason etc.We've got enough respect for Zara here at example she does it for the love and the desire to achieve. Just like us boys at example magazine. Hold tight for more Example// Dream Factory hook ups in the future'August' 09 - check out my interview with example here!
April' 09
also, just found the same article online at : http://www.theasiannews.co.uk/news/s/1112277_heavenly_designs
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