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LFW: Bernard Chandran

That’s why the lady is a vamp. This season Bernard Chandran mastered the look of the lady with an elegant collection of day to evening wear dresses in a palate of black, grey and white, lifted with flashes of colour. It was all about the detailing – looks finished with laser cut sections and cap sleeves extended with transparent … read more»

Ballgowns: British Glamour Since 1950 at V&A

V&A Iconic Ballgowns Collection

The V&A have announced that they will be hosting an exhibition of the most iconic ballgowns next year. Opening in May 2012 Ballgowns: British Glamour Since 1950 will feature a look at how the ballgrown has evolved and changed British socialising over the past 60 years. From royal dresses to red carpet pieces some of the most famous … read more»

Sketches For Lucy In Disguise Designs Revealed

Yesterday we brought you the news that Lily Allen has designed a new line of clothes for her Lucy in Disguise brand and today the sketches of the designs have been released. Each of the dresses have been named after significant people and places and have been designed completely by Miss Allen herself. The dresses come in a range of patterns, … read more»

Twenty8Twelve Reveal Spring/Summer 11 Look Book

Here are some of the latest pieces to come from fashion line Twenty8Twelve. The pieces are taken from the brands Spring/Summer 2011 look book and show co-founder Sienna Miller modeling dresses, shorts, jackets and vest tops in a variety of pastel shades. The patterns featured on the pieces were all found in English thrift stores and antique … read more»

LFW: A la disposition

Lights dimmed and the echo of birds fluttering above came into the hall as the first model came to stage at the A la Disposition show for their A/W 2011 collection.  Translated as ‘ones usual mood’ the show certainly made me feel  at one with the birds, composed and relaxed as the sound of violins serenaded  garments down the catwalk. … read more»

LFW: Bryce Aime

French designer, Bryce Aime presented a challenging show last night capturing his dark and industrial aesthetic in a his A/W11-12 collection, ‘Militarium.‘ Reflecting on the idea of military, he took direct inspiration from uniform and the sense of war. The looks included his signature print work, with grey and black print … read more»

LFW: Tosha

‘Pocket rocket’ is the main term that springs to mind when describing  Tosha‘s A/W11 collection. Hosted as a low-key presentation in the cavernous main room of this years Fashion Week On|Off held at Freemason’s Hall, a collection of little black dresses was sent out, with the clear intention of accentuating the female … read more»

LFW: Paul Costelloe

Opening London Fashion Week for the 10th season in a row, Paul Costelloe once again delighted the crowd. First up on the bill for London Fashion Week coverage today was Paul Costelloe with a show celebrating the best in British cuts, fabrics and style. Warm jewel and earth toned tweeds comprised the collection, with wispy pink wigs off-setting … read more»

Brit Insurance Design Awards 2011 Open 16th February

The Design Museum hosts the Brit Insurance Design Awards from the 16th February, Shad Thames, SE1 2YD. The Brit Insurance Design Awards look at all the design that has gone on in the past year in tech, home, gaming and anything really you can possibly think of. Pretty much anything carries an amount of design, whether it be in the packaging, … read more»

David Koma Launches New Topshop Line

David Koma is the latest fashion designer to be welcomed in to the bosom of the Topshop family by launching his own line for the high street chain. The range is broken down in to five different styles which are said to be inspired by the metal sculptures of William Pye. If you like the look of the collection though you’ll have to be … read more»

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