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Trends: Prints S/S13

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After reading up on the London Fashion Week Shows  taking place over the last few days , it soon because clear there was a Not To Be Missed trend hitting our wardrobes this season!

Prints have dominated the catwalk at this year LFW S/S13 shows so much so that I was inspired to go and grab myself a floral print pair of trousers from H & M on my way home!

They were seen at Matthew Williamson though a range of printing styles from blue, purple geometric designs to delicate green tree prints, reminiscent of oriental gardens.

Preen by Thornton Bregazzi showcased monochrome reptilian prints while Peter Pilotto’s creative explosion of their usual bold coloured prints intermixed with monochrome were seen on strait cut trousers and knee length skirts.

A personal favorite was Mary Katrantzou full print looks, inspired by bank notes and postage stamps, which adorned the collection from maxi dresses to trouser top combination.

Not only on the catwalk could prints be seen everywhere, floral to ethnic prints were flaunted around somerset house by blogger, models, designers and the press.

So if there’s one thing to be buying in bulk this season it’s something printed.

 

 

Vauxhall Fashion Scout: Merit Award Winner Heohwan Simulation S/S13

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This years Merit Award Winner was Heohwan Stimulation S/S13 ….

Heohwan’s collection was classic, clean cut with strong geometric shapes and monochrome prints. Fresh black white and grey looks were splashed with colour through cropped lime green jackets, a floaty orange and yellow coats.  The strong lines of the square jacket and tops matched loose elegant trousers and wide skirts creating sunning silhouettes that swept down the catwalk.

Highlights of the collection were the high necked grey trench coat, the leather pieces pierced with holes and the top skirt combination that two twins ended the show.

For anyone who likes a fresh classic modern look the Heowan Simualtion S/S13 is a collection to defiantly look out for.

London Fashion Week 2012 in Pictures

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It’s London Fashion Week time again. Frost popped along to Maria Grachvogel, Carlotta Actis Barone and Krystof by Krystof Strozyna. The clothes at Krystof were divine and Carlotta Actis Barone had ballet dancers who looked like they had stepped out of Tim Burton’s Alice in Wonderland. Maria Grashvogel was elegant and sophisticated. These three shows were particular highlights of London Fashion Week.

Macaroons à la Mode – Good Godfrey’s | London Fashion Week 2012

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Celebrate London Fashion Week at Good Godfrey’s, The Waldorf Hilton, Fashion week can be hectic and stressful to take some time out and dine in style.

London with the launch of Macaroons à la Mode. Available from Friday
September 14th – Tuesday September 18th 2012, this selection of
limited edition macaroons have been created and inspired by the
Spring/Summer 2013 catwalk. They are complimentary to any guest
purchasing a drink up until the end of cocktail hour, from 6pm. to 8pm. daily.

The Waldorf Hilton, London will host two fashion shows during London

Fashion Week, including Golan Fydor on September 14th.

Situated just moments away from Somerset House on Aldwych, Good
Godfrey’s at The Waldorf Hilton, London is the perfect place to grab a
stylish snack both pre and post show.

ISSA SPRING/SUMMER 2013: The Garden of Eden

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The Issa woman journeys to the romantic setting of the Garden of Eden for Spring Summer 2013. One of Kate Middleton’s favourite brands, the collection brimming with bright colours, bold natural prints and feminine dresses which offers her dreamy outfits to while away those leisurely balmy evenings in. Prints have been inspired by the all-encompassing tropical leaves and plants, dotted with dazzling, colourful flowers and exotic fruits, thanks to afternoons of endless sunshine. Spot the prowling tigers and birds flying overhead; a whimsical twist to Issa’s classic and flattering shapes.

Echoing the purity of the setting, come a series of long, languid chiffon and satin dresses. Playful knitwear dresses, which are key this season, feature in jacquards of bright neon colours with extravagant floral embroidery, dusted across halter necklines and hems. Vivid brights continue into coquettish eyelet cotton voile dresses and weave front dresses.

Slip into a vibrant, exotic leaf printed pyjama suit for a stroll through paradise, for the epitome of sleek chic. Iconic dresses remain in the collection, transformed this season by asymmetric draping and fold details which disappear into the waist band with the flattering fit the Issa woman has come to expect.

 

Never one to shy away from a love story, SS13 delivers a collection for the Issa woman to seduce in. The bright orange and pink hued party dresses, are ideal for cocktails at sunset. We see a dramatic turn after sun down, as she slips into a polished black halter or a beautiful embroidered cocktail dress and becomes truly irresistible.

Back Stage at Moschino Cheap and Chic!

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This evening i was lucky enough to be working back stage at Moschino Cheap and Chic show in. The show was held in a dilapidated fashionable building in Central London.

After much hanging around, herding models to the right place and helping myself to the free sandwiches I got a good look at the new collection.

My first impression was that is was classic Moschino, fun, quirky but not something i would necessarily wear. However as the models tried on the outfits and everything came together I fell in love with each look Moschino had created, elegant with a edge and not taking themselves too seriously.

The vibe was 60’s 70’s with bold prints, pineapple shaped bags with matching pineapple earring. Super flares matched with heavy coloured wedges and mini dresses matched with trainers.

The colour pallet worked perfectly and the prints harmonised together to create something truly exiting to look at.

My favourite pieces which (if i save up for long enough) will be in my wardrobe will be the platform wedges which came in orange, black, green and purple. Me and the other dressers decided these were “sensible shoes” what with being wedges and therefore worth the purchase! A great clutch caught my eye which had the appearance of being a notebook.

The star of the show was the Creative Director Rossella Jardini who looked show stopping elegant and sophisticated back stage, chatting to the press, posing with a cigarette in her mouth and generally being fabulous.

The show was very well received and after our dressers duties were performed we got to try some of the delicious cocktails on offer at the after party and keep an eye our for celebrities such as Kerry Brook and Pixie Lott who were mingling about.

Overall Moschino Cheap and Chic had a laid back atmosphere, everyone was friendly and had a great time and the show was undoubtedly a success. Looking forward to when the collections hit the shops!!!

London Fashion Week Review of Day 1 and Exhibition

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My first challenge of London Fashion Week this year was making it through the cobbled court yard in 6 inch heels, without an embarrassing trip in front of the many photographers at the entrance. This was my first Fashion Week and I was excited, if a little nervous and not knowing at all what to expect…

After picking up my press pass,and feeling a little more confident now, and hoping I could pass for someone of at least vague importance I started my exploration of the exhibits around Somerset house. There was a wide range of designers to ogle at, from from Milliner Steve Jones famous and intriguing hat designs to Julian Hakes Mojito shoe, which i fell in love with at first sight. Hakes, originally an architect stumbled across the smooth and modern design which only supports the heel and ball of the foot . Definitely a shoe for the future!

As a fashion design student myself I was especially interested in the work of the NEWGEN designers who collections Topshop sponsors and in the past  have included Alexander Mcqueen and Mary Katrantzou. All the designers work was innovative and inspiring. My personal favorite being Lucus Nascimento textured dresses.  Definitely all designers to watch out for in the next few years.

Another designer that caught my eye was Felicity Brown who creates hand printed and hand dyed womens couture wear. The pieces were beautifully made and reminiscent of an underwater coral theme. The designer who graduated from Royal College of Art with a 1st class honours in Textiles, creates elegant clothing has a distinct style and a exiting approach to textiles.

I was also a fan of Paper London’s clean and modern designs. Their sharp collection has strong silhouettes and their new collection feature material made from recycled materials such as rubber and plastic.

The exhibitions are defiantly worth a look and show case some of the best jewelry, hat and clothing designers of today

One of the best things I felt about London Fashion Week is the street style and amazing outfits sported by the industry models, press and designer. From the truly bizarre to the elegant its truly the place to express your individual style and Somerset House becomes a catwalk in itself.

 

Sophie Estelle