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london fashion week
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LFW: Gieves and Hawkes
February 22, 2012At the end of 5 days dedicated solely to the ladies, the time has finally arrived for boys. Kicking off Mensday Wednesday, Who’s Jack opted to get suited and booted at Savile Row’s Gieves and Hawkes AW12 presentation. A fresh glass of orange juice upon arrival and one of the most beautifully packaged look books I’ve ever had the pleasure … read more»
LFW: Christopher Shannon
February 22, 2012This collection for AW 2012 sees Christopher Shannon channel a range of influences, mainly that of black and white photography (specifically the exhibition W’Happen by Jason Evans), European dress and an exploration of fabric embellishment. Silhouettes were both relaxed yet closely fit and more technical than previous seasons. Graphic … read more»
LFW: Math Collective
February 22, 2012We entered the Vauxhall Fashion Scout Hall at the Freemasons for the AW 12 collection for Math Collective, his first independent fashion show. Immediately I was excited as he showed us that you can wear trainers with smart dresses, it even looks effortlessly fashionable! With Nike producing the trainers in plain black and neon pink you … read more»
LFW: Ashish
February 21, 2012After catching the incredible SS12 collection back in September, there was no way I was missing out on the latest that my fellow sequin lover Ashish has to offer. The AW12 collection, entitled “Bollywouldn’t” (geddit?), certainly didn’t disappoint. Influenced by a recent trip home to his native India, the Ashish woman takes some of the … read more»
LFW: Aminaka Wilmont
February 21, 2012Intense digital floral smashes contrasting against muted sombre achromatic tones, in form fitting silks mixed with leather and Toscana fur outerwear was the order of the day at Aminaka Wilmont AW 2012 at LFW. The overall tone was intensely bold, confident and individual, Aminaka Wilmont explored the distinctions and parallels between hard and … read more»
LFW: Holly Fulton
February 21, 2012LFW: Holly Fulton I say! How extraordinary. Holly Fulton is best known for her digital silk prints, constructing a fascinating geometric interpretation of her inspirations, and bold statement jewelry. This collection for AW 2012 was one of the best collections at LFW so far in our opinion. Holly Fulton took inspiration from a modern Lady of … read more»
LFW: Sophie Hulme
February 21, 2012At Sophie Hulme this morning dinosaurs stormed Somerset House for London Fashion Week, in the form of cute pendent necklaces and motifs stitched over silk shirts. Her AW 12 collection is smart and sleek, with tailored trousers cut to the ankle and fair isle knits in muted shades. The knitwear also incorporated the dinosaur theme, making the … read more»
LFW: David Koma
February 21, 2012David Koma‘s AW 12 collection kept good form throughout, using his individual metal ovals as decoration and the neoprene style fabric that makes the collection, like his previous, look futuristic. Though the fabric and high necked pieces made it feel futuristic the peplum jackets added a nostalgic 50′s edge that brought the … read more»
LFW: Derek Lawlor
February 19, 2012After leaving it a little bit on the close side and jumping in the nearest available taxi, we headed off schedule to Shoreditch where Derek Lawlor showcased his latest collection at the charming Paper Dress Vintage. With models hidden behind a screen, we were left to sip champagne and observe the footwear in anticipation of the show. Taking in … read more»
LFW: Shao Yen
February 18, 2012Aimed at ‘creative women who aim to look classic but playful’, Bright Young Things 2011 designer Shao Yen‘s AW12 collection wasn’t one to miss. In one of the most hectic settings so far, a lonesome cellist soundtracked the packed room pushing and shoving to get a shot of a collection artfully displayed on models raised … read more»