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WATCH: Backstage at Sass & Bide AW11
Last Updated on 19th March 2011 We won’t lie, we were completely consumed by the fashion frenzy when we popped backstage at Sass & Bide before the designer duo’s autumn/winter […]
Read MoreWATCH: Backstage at Maria Grachvogel AW11
Last Updated on 19th March 2011 Ahead of her highly-anticipated AW11 show at London Fashion Week, we popped backstage at Maria Grachvogel to catch a peek at the chaos that […]
Read MoreWATCH: Mercedes Helnwein for Orla Kiely AW11
Last Updated on 19th March 2011 If you love dancing and the Sixties, you’ll love Orla Kiely’s short film – and collection, for that matter. Directed by renowned artist Mercedes […]
Read MoreWATCH: Five minutes with Felder Felder
Last Updated on 27th February 2011 After showing their autumn/winter 2011 collection to astounding success at London Fashion Week last Friday – so sought-after was their show, in fact, that […]
Read MoreLondon Fashion Week AW11: Matthew Williamson
Last Updated on 25th February 2011 Who: Matthew Williamson What: An infusion of native American prints combined with the chicness of an inner city socialite. Thoughts: We always expect great […]
Read MoreLondon Fashion Week AW11: Osman
Last Updated on 24th February 2011 Who: Osman What: Stylish monochrome delights with the subtle neon leather separates thrown in for good measure. Thoughts: We love a bit of black […]
Read MoreLondon Fashion Week AW11: Jonathan Saunders
Last Updated on 24th February 2011 Who: Jonathan Saunders What: A classic collection of chic Forties pencil dresses, made contemporary by vibrant tropical prints. Thoughts: Beautifully tailored to complement the […]
Read MoreLondon Fashion Week AW11: Burberry
Last Updated on 24th February 2011 Who: Burberry Prorsum What: Fur, coats and capes in an earthy palette with punches of pop colour. Thoughts: Like the rest of the fash […]
Read MoreLondon Fashion Week AW11: Amanda Wakeley
Last Updated on 24th February 2011 Who: Amanda Wakeley What: Power-dressing, body-con and luxurious fur. Thoughts: Opening with a model wearing the sleekest of ponytails and a long, black, belted […]
Read MoreLondon Fashion Week AW11: Emilio de la Morena
Last Updated on 24th February 2011 Who: Emilio de la Morena What: Sheer panels, high necks and bold colours Thoughts: With below-the-knee skirts and high-collared shirts you’d be safe to assume […]
Read MoreLondon Fashion Week AW11: Roksanda Ilincic
Last Updated on 24th February 2011 Who: Roksanda Ilincic What: Shiny satin, dramatic draping and pure glamour. Thoughts: Roksanda Ilincic said she was inspired by birds for her latest collection […]
Read MoreLondon Fashion Week AW11: Mary Katrantzou
Last Updated on 24th February 2011 Who: Mary Katrantzou What: Electrifying prints, structured skirts and separates. Thoughts: Mary Katrantzou received rave reviews last season so she was under a lot […]
Read MoreLondon Fashion Week AW11: Erdem
Last Updated on 24th February 2011 Who: Erdem What: Signature painterly-prints, floor-length gowns and sophisticated separates Thoughts: Erdem’s painterly prints are his signature playing card, but for autumn/winter 2011, he’s […]
Read MoreLondon Fashion Week AW11: Christopher Kane
Last Updated on 23rd February 2011 Who: Christopher Kane What: Crochet-printed leather, minimalist tailoring and colourful, squidgy, touchable shapes. Thoughts: We just can’t guess what’s coming from Kane – season […]
Read MoreLondon Fashion Week AW11: Felder Felder
Last Updated on 23rd February 2011 Who: Felder Felder What: Signature rock ‘n’ roll, second-skin leather and flurries of fur. Thoughts: Felder Felder have returned to their signature rock ‘n’ […]
Read MoreLondon Fashion Week AW11: Peter Pilotto
Last Updated on 23rd February 2011 Who: Peter Pillotto What: Twisting and draping, tough tailoring and graphic prints. Thoughts: A tougher and sharper take on their sporty looks from last season, Christopher […]
Read MoreLondon Fashion Week AW11: House of Holland
Last Updated on 23rd February 2011 Who: House of Holland What: Pastel separates, sweet tailoring and Seventies-inspired patchwork prints. Thoughts: House of Holland’s autumn/winter 2011 collection is nothing shy of […]
Read MoreLondon Fashion Week AW11: Issa
Last Updated on 23rd February 2011 Who: Issa London What: All things animalistic and tangarine separates. Thoughts: Undeniably well crafted, Issa’s autumn/winter collection is decidedly Seventies-inspired. With stunning peacock print […]
Read MoreLondon Fashion Week AW11: Temperley London
Last Updated on 23rd February 2011 Who: Temperley London What: Luxe fabrics, formal gowns and grown-up glamour Thoughts: After two years in New York, Temperley returned to London with a bang. […]
Read MoreOlivia Palermo looks polished in Reiss
Last Updated on 15th March 2011 The ever-stylish Olivia Palermo frequented several London Fashion Week shows but one of our favourite looks was her gold Reiss dress at the Jaeger show. […]
Read MoreLondon Fashion Week AW11: Ashish
Last Updated on 23rd February 2011 Who: Ashish What: Scottish punks, tartan, safety pins and sequins Thoughts: Reading Ashish’s show notes is almost as fun as watching his autumn/winter 2011 […]
Read MoreLondon Fashion Week AW11: Maria Francesca Pepe
Last Updated on 23rd February 2011 Who: Maria Francesca Pepe What: Avant garde statement amulets, delicate and feminine jewellery. Thoughts: There was an air of surrealism that clung to Maria […]
Read MoreLondon Fashion Week AW11: Meadham Kirchhoff
Last Updated on 23rd February 2011 Who: Meadham Kirchhoff What: Eerie Pagan school girls, shrines, and sinister dark layers Thoughts: We’re not sure if what we witnessed was a runway […]
Read MoreLondon Fashion Week AW11: Aquascutum
Last Updated on 22nd February 2011 Who: Aquascutum What: Modern minimalism, clean lines and colour pops Thoughts: Aquascutum’s autumn/winter 2011 collection is the first under Joanna Sykes’ creative direction, and […]
Read MoreAnna Wintour gives LFW the seal of approval
Last Updated on 22nd February 2011 After sitting front row at shows including Topshop Unique and Christopher Kane at London Fashion Week AW11, Vogue US Editor-in-Chief Anna Wintour is a […]
Read MoreMulberry’s star-studded woodland after party
Last Updated on 21st February 2011 Following on from yesterday’s fashion-filled morning of next season catwalk collections, British brand Mulberry continued its celebrations well into the night with an exclusive […]
Read MoreLondon Fashion Week AW11: Holly Fulton
Last Updated on 21st February 2011 Who: Holly Fulton What: A geometric delight in tropical brights topped off with a trimming of black fur. Thoughts: Holly Fulton’s autumn/winter 2011 runway […]
Read MoreLondon Fashion Week AW11: Vivienne Westwood Red Label
Last Updated on 21st February 2011 Who: Vivienne Westwood Red Label What: AW11 Red Label collection, filled to the brim with Vivienne’s signature colourful quirky style. Thoughts: After an agonising […]
Read MoreLondon Fashion Week AW11: David Koma
Last Updated on 21st February 2011 Who: David Koma What: Circles, spots, signature structure and fun, fluffy pom poms. Thoughts: For a name synonymous with sculptural shapes and spikes, there […]
Read MoreLondon Fashion Week AW11: Unique
Last Updated on 21st February 2011 Who: Topshop Unique What: Dalmation spots, polka dots and a Thirties Cruella De Ville. Thoughts: It’s cool to be cruel – or Cruella, more […]
Read MoreLondon Fashion Week AW11: Charlie Le Mindu
Last Updated on 27th June 2016 Who: Charlie Le Mindu What: Squealing pigs, blood, PVC and lace Thoughts: Nudity, blood, PVC and gas masks – what a show – once […]
Read MoreLondon Fashion Week AW11: Margaret Howell
Last Updated on 21st February 2011 Who: Margaret Howell What: Androgynous designs out for a country walk. Thoughts: The refined call of the violin followed by delicate piano notes created […]
Read MoreLondon Fashion Week AW11: Mulberry
Last Updated on 21st February 2011 Who: Mulberry What: Quintessentially English countryside meets grown-up glamour with signature Mulberry quirk sprinkled amidst a friendly forest of woodland creatures. Thoughts: If you […]
Read MoreLondon Fashion Week AW11: Bryce Aime
Last Updated on 21st February 2011 Who: Bryce Aime What: Signature architectural designs, stand-out show pieces, perspex and digital prints. Thoughts: Sitting front row at Bryce Aime gives you time […]
Read MoreLondon Fashion Week AW11: John Rocha
Last Updated on 20th February 2011 Who: John Rocha What: Decadently dark texture in black and nude, balancing strong structure with soft silhouettes and dramatic headwear. Thoughts: It may be […]
Read MoreLondon Fashion Week AW11: Jaeger
Last Updated on 20th February 2011 Who: Jaeger London What: British elegance in bright block colours, colonial references, relaxed tailoring and classic signatures with a contemporary edge. Thoughts: Among the […]
Read MoreLondon Fashion Week AW11: Georgia Hardinge
Last Updated on 20th February 2011 Who: Georgia Hardinge What: signature architectural shapes, spine structuring and skeletal prints Thoughts: Heralded as ‘one to watch’ last season, yesterday saw Georgia Hardinge […]
Read MoreLondon Fashion Week AW11: Fyodor Golan
Who: Fyodor Golan What: Contemporary tribal meets Greek goddess Thoughts: Fyodor Podgorny and Golan Frydman – the designers behind the Fyoder Golan label – created a collection which drew inspiration […]
Read MoreLondon Fashion Week AW11: Una Burke
Who: Una Burke What: Sculptured leather accessories and an experimental vexing film. Thoughts: The Una Burke exhibition was dramatically compelling and fascinating in terms of craftsmanship. The mood was set […]
Read MoreLondon Fashion Week AW11: Bernard Chandran
Who: Bernard Chandran What: Block pop colours, feathers, directional peplums Thoughts: Malaysian born designer Bernard Chandran seems to be rising in popularity. With queues at Northumberland House bigger than Felder […]
Read MoreLondon Fashion Week AW11: Estethica
Who: Estethica What: British Fashion Council ethical fashion initiative, featuring over 20 eco-emerging designers. Thoughts: Treated to a champagne brunch at the Estethica showroom, we sipped bubbles as we marvelled […]
Read MoreLondon Fashion Week AW11: Danielle Scutt AW11
Who: Danielle Scutt What: 80’s power dressing, crushed velvet, fishnet cutouts Thoughts: After a short time away from the circuit, Danielle Scutt made a triumphant return on day two of […]
Read MoreLondon Fashion Week AW11: Sass & Bide
Last Updated on 19th February 2011 Who: Sass & Bide What: bold pop colours, silk draped feather print dresses and enamel necklaces. Thoughts: The first line of the show notes […]
Read MoreLondon Fashion Week AW11: Ashley Isham
Last Updated on 19th February 2011 Who: Ashley Isham What: dramatic glamour, soft draping, vivid colours and, of course, dresses. Thoughts: World renowned Singaporean designer Ashley Isham is enthusiastic about […]
Read MoreLondon Fashion Week AW11: PPQ
Last Updated on 19th February 2011 Who: PPQ What: eclectic, regal and dress-dominant with signature structured headgear. Thoughts: When you have a name for yourself as cool as PPQ, everyone […]
Read MoreLondon Fashion Week AW11: Aminaka Wilmont
Last Updated on 19th February 2011 Who: Aminaka Wilmont What: an abundance of signature digital prints, patent leather separates and socks. Thoughts: Aminaka Wilmont’s latest collection was a vision of […]
Read MoreLondon Fashion Week AW11: Bora Aksu
Last Updated on 19th February 2011 Who: Bora Aksu What: Traditional tailoring in modern materials, masculine separates and signature cocktail dresses. Thoughts: There was a lot of love in the […]
Read MoreLondon Fashion Week AW11: Krystof Strozyna
Who: Krystof Stronzyna What: Futuristic party dresses, graphic prints, neon colour-blocking and a cool, contemporary aesthetic. Thoughts: Krystof Strozyna has become famous for his party dresses (he was recently praised […]
Read MoreLondon Fashion Week AW11: Jean-Pierre Braganza
Who: Jean-Pierre Braganza What: Structured asymmetrical tailoring, signature prints, tough leather separates and splashes of red. Thoughts: Jean-Pierre Braganza kicked off the shows at Northumberland House by sending out sharply […]
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