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Crème du Loch Launches Two New Age Defying Beauty Champions

2022-10-22T21:35:00.004+01:00

Not content with just having a twice Award Winning Age Defying Daily Moisturiser under their belt, Crème du Loch have launched two new products to help complement their reigning champion: - The Age-Defying Daily Serum and the Age-defying Daily Eye Concentrate

The new products also contain Crème du Loch's winning ingredient - their own blend of highland spring water and sea loch kelp.

What makes sea loch kelp such a winner in the beauty industry I hear you say?

Answer: After bio processing, Scottish Kelp Extract has many ways to defy the ageing process with the help of its vitamins A, B1&2, C, D, E and minerals zinc, iodine, magnesium, iron, potassium, copper and calcium.

Kelp sets out to protect the skin against external daily pollution, UVA rays, free radicals and other environmental stressors. Helps to protect collagen which is essential for skin elasticity and prevention of the formation of fine lines and wrinkles. Kelp also helps reduce the appearance of breakouts with its minerals and anti-inflammatory properties. Plus it can help calm and soothe dry skin due to its high iodine content. Definitely a superhero ingredient!

Age-Defying Daily Serum with multi-peptide complex

This fast absorbing serum helps reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles, tighten pores, improve skin texture and even skin tone.

Ingredients include

Highland spring water and Scottish Kelp Extract

Other powerful ingredients are a blend of proven actives such as:

Matrixyl™ 3000 - to offer visible anti-wrinkle efficiency by acting as cell messengers able to

regulate the sequence of events required to repair the damages of age on the skin

PeptAIde™ 4.0 - helps prevents sensitivity, dryness and lack of skin firmness. Derived from rice proteins, the active ingredient offers a nature-based and preventive solution for healthy looking skin

Dragosine ® is a dipeptide naturally found in the human body. In cosmetic products, it is used

as a multifunctional anti-aging ingredient, which has powerful antioxidant properties that

stimulate collagen synthesis.

Quicklift ® - a natural sugar polymer with an instant and long-lasting skin tightening effect.

✓ Cruelty Free ✓Vegan Friendly ✓Fragrance Free ✓Suitable For Every Skin Type ✓Suitable For Day And Night

Age-Defying Daily Eye Concentrate

Helps reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles, reduce the look of dark circles and

soothe away puffiness. A unique blend of proven actives and their own blend of highland

spring water and sea loch kelp.

Ingredients include

Highland spring water

Scottish Kelp Extract

Quicklift ®

Biophytex™ - boosts microcirculation to improve evenness of skin tone, offers local soothing, anti-couperose, and anti-eye dark circle demonstrated benefits. Rich in saponosides and flavonoids, Biophytex™ protects the blood capillaries, reinforces their strength and has an overall skin soothing, calming effect

Shadownyl™ - an exclusive extract from a certified organic algae, to help reduce both dark circles and fine lines. It boosts the elimination of heme due to blood leakage, which is responsible for dark circles and local inflammation.

Lipobelle™ -a liposomal preparation of genistein, the biologically active form of the most abundant soy isoflavone. Genistein is a powerful collagen booster: it strongly stimulates the production of collagen but also prevents its degradation.

✓ Cruelty Free ✓Vegan Friendly ✓Fragrance Free ✓Suitable For Every Skin Type ✓Suitable For Day And Night

Let’s not forget their original superhero product - Crème du Loch Age Defying Daily Moisturiser.

Helps reduce the appearance of fine lines, wrinkles and blemishes, tightening pores, improving

skin texture and evening skin tone whilst promoting a radiant glow. And with refreshing

natural cucumber fragrance. Suitable for every skin type.

Ingredients include

Highland spring water

Kelp Extract

Retinol -A firm favourite of the beauty industry which swiftly gets to work stimulating skin renewal to encourages a smoother even complexion. Also enhances collagen production to help reduce or prevent the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles.

Rose Hip Oil -a smooth operator rich in vitamins A & C, antioxidants and essential fatty acids helps increase

skin cell turnover and even out skin tone.

Cranberry Seed Oil - an all rounder containing omega 3, 6 and 9 and vitamin E for hydration and general skin health.

Cucumber - playing it cool (as cucumbers do) this oil helps keep the skin protective barrier strong and

helps improve firmness and elasticity.

About Crème du Loch

Crème du Loch is a family owned, luxury British skincare brand dedicated to producing the finest cruelty free and vegan skincare products using high-grade skin nourishing ingredients which are responsibly sourced. In collaboration with leading biochemists, they have over 40 years combined experience in the skincare industry.

Crème Du Loch | Age-Defying Skincare | United Kingdom (cremeduloch.co.uk)

Top Model 2022 Award Winners

2022-10-09T01:18:00.010+01:00

The Top Model 2022 Awards event was held in September at the 5-star Royal Horseguards Hotel in central London. Taking place during London Fashion Week, the model finalists were lucky enough to be able to strut down the catwalk in the latest creations of various fashion designers.

International Worldwide Award Winners

Top international award winner is Thaynara from Brazil who collected her award wearing a gold eveningwear set by Wajahat Mirza. The set comprised of hand embellished sequin top and a soft pleated tiered skirt. This couture outfit was from Wajahat's collection titled 'Lilibet' dedicated to Her Majesty, The Queen.

Thaynara also wore couturier Haneet Singh's evening gown from his Stannic Luxe collection. Like all of this collection this soft bronze coloured evening gown's lustre is inspired by the pink city of Jaipur and its beautiful palace.

The Classic international award winner is Leen from Syria wearing her own dress.

Before the awards Leen sashayed down the runway in a black shimmering long dress with mini underskirt from Omar Mansoor's 'Margilan' SS23 collection and a gold metallic dress embellished on the top by Aga-Couture London. Photo of Omar's dress by Shahid Malik

The 1st runner up is Sarah from Kenya wearing her own outfit and the 2nd runner up Holly from Scotland

Before the awards Sarah graced the runway in hot pink soft velvet trousers with purple silk jacket from Vz Perfection by Vaishali's 'Iridescence' collection and from Natz Couture 'Afro Shades' collection - a long white backless dress with waist high slit and colourful print on the halter neck top. Photo of Vz Perfection by Colin Chau.

The 2nd runner up, Holly wore a black figure hugging backless cocktail dress by Aga- Couture which was embellished with black sequins along the top and down the sleeves

Lara from Iraq who won the Charity Public vote and also the Natural Skin Beauty Award. Lara wore Aga Couture's daring blue knee length sequin dress;

Yuri from New Zealand who won the Personal Style Award, also wore Aga Couture

Aleksandra from Estonia won the Photographic Award and looked pretty as a picture in Vz Perfection's hot pink mini gown with statement dragonfly sleeves and Natz Couture white trousers and colourful top. Photo credit of Vz Perfection - Colin Chau

Gigi from Chicago USA who won the Beach Body Award wore Aga Couture's long black leather strapless gown with plunging neckline and matching necklace.

UK Commercial Category Awards Winners

Top winner was Kiara from Gloucester who received her award in young fashion designer Abigail Willis Cameron's black organza ostrich feather ruffle skirt and cork leather jacket.

Kiara also wore Haneet Singh's golden evening gown

The 1st runner up is Casey from Derbyshire . The 2nd runner up is Jade from Rhoose wearing Abigail's black silk taffeta dress adorned with white ostrich feather. Jade also won the Photographic Award.

The Charity Public Vote went to Zoe from High Wycombe wearing Abigail's black silk taffeta mini dress with trailing black bow.

Person Style Award to Shreeya from Berkshire who also won the Natural Skin Beauty Award

Beach Body Award went to Dani from Clacton wearing Abigail's pink ostrich feather silk taffeta skirt and blouse with pink fluffy Heaven headband. Photo by Colin Chau

Natural Beauty Curves Award went to Lauryn from Liverpool

UK Editorial Award Winners

Top Editorial winners are Riley (right on the photo) from Stevenage for the Fresh Faces and Stacey from Carmarthen for the Fashionistas who also won the Charity Public Vote. Photo by Colin Chau

The 1st runner up is Tia from Dartford wearing Abigail Willis Cameron's pretty in pink silk taffeta skirt and blouse, both trimmed with ostrich feathers and regally glamorous in Wajahat Mirza's embellished top and matching long skirt.

The 2nd runner up is Macy from Worcester wearing not one but TWO dresses by Omar Mansoor - a shirt dress for the day with colourful ikat trim along the hem and a shimmering and sequined midi dress with cowl neckline for the evening. Photo by Shahid Malik

Beach Body Award went to Elanna from Burry Port. Elanna wore a sumptuous pale rose gold gown adorned with ruffles by Haneet Singh.

Over 25's Award Winners

The 26-35 winner is Mayya (left on the photo) and the Classic winner is Karolina, both from London. Photo by Colin Chau

Male Category Awards Winners

Top winner was Tyler from South Africa who also won the Beach Body Award

1st runner up is Marcus from London who also won the Photographic Award

Charity Public Vote went to Aaron from Gibraltar

Top Model supports The Top Model Foundation Charity

The Top Model Foundation for sick children and children in need is a non-profit independent charity

dedicated to improving and changing the lives of children and young people in the UK.

The charity was established as a fashion, beauty and creative industry initiative in 2019;

founded by a small group of individuals from a variety of industry professions.

The Top Model Foundation helps causes and appeals where assets, equipment or grants will make the

biggest difference and working directly with those in need.

The Top Model Foundation | Supporting sick children and children in need

Vz Perfection SS23 Collection - Iridescence

2022-10-03T13:39:00.000+01:00

With a title of Iridescence, Vz Perfection by Vaishali's collection was sure to be an explosion of colour.

A colour palette of iridescent hot pink and purples, these luminous colours seem to change when seen from different angles.

Outerwear also received the iridescent touch plus much more. The hot pink silk coat was adorned with a digital printed velvet collar, cuffs and back panel. The digital design was of the feather featured in her brand logo. The paler coat of lilac, pink and silver panels is made of raw silk, satin silk and textured silk.

The collection included ombre dyeing, handmade lace and embroidery

For those who prefer a dark classic colour for their eveningwear, never fear as dark purple appeared with just a flash of hot pink peeping through slits.

The finale dress was an ombre mid length gown with statement blouson sleeves which loosely tied together at the back to form two long wide trains - giving the overall impression of a huge bow.

The collection was shown during London Fashion Week at Fashion London UK runway show held in the Royal Horseguards London Hotel.

Omar Mansoor Summer 23 Collection - Margilan

2022-10-03T11:22:00.005+01:00

Named after Margilan, a city in the Fergana region of easter Uzbekistan, Omar Mansoor's collection uses black as his main colour palette with pops of multi-colour ikat fabric, handwoven in Uzbekistan.

Omar's black represents the confidence, assurance and vividness whilst the multi-colour trimmings and sleeves depict vibrancy.

Ikat is a unique textile patterned by dyeing the threads before weaving by using environmentally friendly dyes.

The city of Magalan has been famous for its traditional weaving of silk since the old days, and is still preserving this tradition focusing on high quality handmade goods - feeding their silkworms with mulberry leaves, dyeing the silk with natural mineral and vegetable dyes to weaving the silk.

As a campaigner of sustainability in fashion, Omar uses fabrics made up of a mix of new and recycled fibres in his collection as a means to care about our planet and the future of the fashion industry. This is also a step forward towards shifting fashion from a linear to a circular model.

He also proved that evening wear made from recycled fabric can look equally glamorous.

This year, Omar showcased his collection during London Fashion Week at the Fashion London UK runway show held in the Royal Horseguards London Hotel.

Debbie Harry launches HOPE with VIN + OMI

2020-11-14T15:47:00.000+00:00

Debbie Harry announces sustainable collaboration with award winning eco designers VIN + OMI HOPE by VIN + OMI X DEBBIE HARRY.

This is the first drop of a larger fashion collaboration between Debbie Harry and VIN + OMI and continues their long standing working relationship. Debbie has previously walked in the duo's London Fashion Week show and regularly wears VIN + OMI onstage while performing with Blondie

"VIN + OMI push the boundaries of new ways of working with eco fashion. They think about the bigger picture ... and produce cool designs!"
- Debbie Harry

HOPE by VIN + OMI X Debbie Harry is available now from the Blondie online web-stores: : https://shop.blondie.net/shop/categories/hope-vin-omi-x-debbie-harry

This drop will include 2 eco t-shirts and hoodies made from blends of recycled cotton and rPET fabrics.

Rita Ora becomes new global THOMAS SABO brand ambassador

2019-05-29T13:02:00.000+01:00

THOMAS SABO has announced a two-year collaboration with its new brand ambassador Rita Ora.

From 1 July 2019, the British singer and actress will be the global face of the lifestyle brand and will present herself for the first time in the Autumn/Winter 2019 campaign.
In addition to jewellery, the singer will present the THOMAS SABO watch line.
Rita Ora's strength, passion, creativity and self-confident styling underline the long-term reorientation of global brand communication and the vision of the multi-faceted THOMAS SABO collections to make jewellery dreams come true for everyone.
Rita Ora gave an exclusive preview of a THOMAS SABO look to her fans during a concert in London on Friday, May 24, 2019, as well as on her official Instagram account.

Mary Quant Daisy Doll at the V&A

2019-05-28T18:01:00.000+01:00

V&A opened the first international retrospective on iconic fashion designer Mary Quant. She revolutionised fashion by creating a modern look with mass production techniques making it more accessible for everyone.

Quant also enabled the next generation to connect with her brand by creating miniature versions of Mary Quant designs for 'Daisy' the jet setting independent doll, some of which are included in the exhibition.

Daisy 'The Best Dress Doll in the World' was introduced to the toy market in 1973, launching at Harrogate Toy Fair where Quant’s regular models danced down the catwalk wearing life-size versions of Daisy’s wardrobe.

Daisy Doll was the brainchild of entrepreneur Sir Torquil Norman, her head was modelled by mannequin sculptor Adel Rootstein.

Daisy’s Fashion Wardrobe 1973-75

Collaborating with illustrator Joan Corlass, Quant created a whole lifestyle for Daisy with a series of cut-out dolls and sticker books, showing her at home, out shopping, or having a holiday.

The lifestyle continued for the actual doll

The Exhibition runs until 16^th Feb 2020 and is sponsored by King’s Road with support from GRoW @ Annenberg.

Tickets are £12

Mary Quant Retrospective at V&A Museum

2019-05-27T19:19:00.000+01:00

Think Mary Quant and the mini skirt springs to mind. Paris couturier Andre Courreges may have achieved international publicity for higher hemlines in 1964, but it was Quant who became recognised as inventor and ambassador for the style.

The Jersey dress became Quant’s signature sporty mini dress worn with matching beret, tights and shoes for that total top to toe colour blocking. Previously used in underwear and for rugby or football gear, Quant discovered a wool jersey that is heat bonded to acetate backing and available in bright deep colours. Quant designed a range of styles including the Footer dress 1967

The Pinafore dress. Quant’s designs were often based on practical schoolgirl pinafores, adapting the look for grownups with hemlines gradually rising well above the knee
Below Left - Snob pinafore dress in ginger (a colour Quant adored) worsted wool worn with Marshmallow blouse and Striped top pinafore (1963) in black & ginger thick double jersey fabric.

The Wet Collection launched April 1963 featured relatively new material PVC. Collaboration with Alligator Rainwear ensured the raincoats were completely waterproof. Ginger coloured PVC raincoat used a giant safety pin belt fastening way before the punk era.

Swinging capes (1967) for Alligator Rainwear in the then season’s bold colours. Showerproof cotton canvas with slash pockets, central zip front, metals studs and Quant’s signature colour contrast top stitching at the hem.

PVC Handbags in black, white and red were manufactured by Bagcroft in 1966. Designs included chequers, spots and stripes as well as the daisy trademark design.

Liberty. Quant established an informal partnership with Liberty’s of London from 1964 onwards, choosing prints intended for little girls. Her designs often incorporated details from traditional children’s clothing such as smocking and Peter pan collars

Below left- Smocked dress (1967) in Liberty printed cotton Tana lawn and Prude dress (1964) with Peter Pan collar.

Yum Yum (1975) a Japanese inspired Kimono style in Liberty Lantana printed cotton with quilting and Alice dress (1971): Liberty printed Varuna wool, both in the fashionable brown palette of the 70s.

Below left - Miss Muffet dress in Liberty printed Varuna wool, One of Quant’s iconic designs and first to be adapted for her range of Butterick dressmaking patterns.Ruffles were typical of Quant’s dresses of that year- overtly feminine, often using lightweight fabrics. Daddy’s girl dress (1964) in white with wide neck and wrist ruffles

The Maxi dress - Quant embraced the maxi length of the 70s. Boho halterneck maxi dresses in red or monochrome stripes.

Q-Form Underwear – Partnering with manufacturer Weingarten Brothers and their ‘Youthlines’ brand, Quant created the Q-form underwear range. Using lycra for that comfortable and barely visible support this new type of underwear complemented the silhouette of her dresses.

Roll-on girdle and panty girdle designed to flatten tummies and create a streamlined silhouette.

The Exhibition runs until 16^th Feb 2020 and is sponsored by King’s Road with support from GRoW @ Annenberg.

Tickets are £12

'MARY pre-loved' Up-cycled clothing launch

2019-05-07T11:35:00.000+01:00

Up and coming designer Mary Benson has been working on something really special - she is hosting a series of workshops alongside a pop-up-shop this month at Crabtree & Evelyn Islington Townhouse, London, N1 2TU from 17th May to 19th May

Mary says: ' It’s a project that has come from working within the fashion industry for many years and discovering where I sit as a designer within this fast, frantic and frivolous industry. My constant question to myself is: How can I help contribute to changing fashion for the better and what can I do to inspire people in the same light through my work? Now that high street prices are lower than ever, and throw-away culture is at its highest point, I thought it was even more important to take my brand one step further this year, and launched MARY pre-loved'.

Mary continues: 'With MARY pre-loved, I am showing that existing garments can be fashionably renewed, and made special and unique. I am making once loved garments magical again, and they are sustainable and affordable, matching fast fashion high street prices. So everyone can own their own one-off MARY garment. Garments are up-cycled with a variety of fresh changing seasonal prints with buttons to match'

This season is abstract pretty florals for day, and glamorous moons & stars for night. Sizes available include plus size. Every piece I make is truly unique and timeless.

Mary's aim is to inspire people to choose vintage and second hand more instead of always buying new, giving our planet a break and to encourage the start of a new way of thinking when buying clothing and accessories.
Her website is

https://www.marybenson.london

QUIZ x Sam Faiers Collection

2019-05-05T11:50:00.000+01:00

Global fast fashion retailer QUIZ introduces new collaboration with Mummy Diaries star Samantha Faiers. Launching 9th May 2019.

Shot in Sicily, the campaign channels the bright, beautiful colours of its surroundings with a mix of on-trend, casual and occasion wear pieces to see you through summer.
The 37-piece collection channels Samantha's glamorous style with a selection of midi dresses, cute playsuits, flirty mini dresses and the summer essential: the short suit.

Bold colours and statement prints are at the heart of this range with an array of pink polka dot,royal blue tie dye, lemon & floral and coral.
With prices starting from 14.99 and sizes ranging from 6-18, the Sam Faiers Collection is the go-to collection for every summer occasion.

Samantha comments; "I’m very happy to be collaborating with QUIZ - they were great to work with and I feel that the collection really does have something for everyone. My favourite piece is the tie dye maxi dress, it's the perfect day-to-night holiday outfit."

Prices range from £14.99 - £36.99 Sam Faiers Collection launches 9th May at www.quizclothing.com

and in stores and concessions nationwide.

Amy Thomson AW19

2019-02-26T16:57:00.000+00:00

Titled 'Loved and Lost' Amy Thomson's AW19 collection is inspired by romance and relationships with objects and people at different stages of your life taking a child's perspective.

Colour palette is romantic red, precious pink, powerful purple and teasing turquoise. Bows and ties throughout the collection add pops of deeper colour to the looks.

Hand rendered illustrative motifs are built up of pen,paint and glitter using text and slogans like 'crushin on you', 'teenage love shrine.' and 'Slumber Party'

Faux fur coats, jackets, wraps and gilets complement Amy's exaggerated full frilled silk dresses.

A shimmering foiled leather coat is adorned with soft faux fur and hand illustrated embroidery

Collaboration with Katie Hammnet of Sassy Freak jewellery featurs clip on dangly earrings of mobile phones in heart lockets and photo frames

Plus the over the top glitzys glam-ma glasses draped with a pearl chain so glam-ma doesn't loose them.

Photography by Georgie Fen
Location - Whinnie Williams' Poodle and Blonde location house in Margate.

Matty Bovan AW19 at London Fashion Week

2019-02-26T15:36:00.000+00:00

Inspired by by folklore and myth

From the Liberty Fabric archives, Matty selected their Tana Lawn pattern, scaling up the tiny graphics to find the wizardry in the colour blend, while turning the collection into an exploration of Englishness.

Video of the show's finale:

The ballgowns of Spring/Summer had mutated into polymorphous shapes, cut against the leg, into the hip, bolstered with tulle and foam padding.

His significant print this season is the unmistakably English dragon.

A Liberty Fabric print blouse, in four different colourways, with shoulder frilling and an Edwardian neckline works as a jacket too.

Headwear by Stephen Jones for COACH X Matty Bovan, featuring Coach Signature fabric,

Katie Hillier has fashioned collectable outsized keyrings for the collection, as well as hair scrunchies and bows in Liberty Fabric prints

Gina for COACH x Matty Bovan footwear also features Coach Signature fabric,

as well as GINA for Matty Bovan footwear in clumpy sludge fake snakeskin, cappuccino-coloured stack lace-ups, and the fabric of a thigh boot looking something like a luxurious diesel slick.

Bold knit prints with one print taken from the impression of a grit-bin found in Manchester.

A local wood-turner has made jewellery from chair spindles and bracelets to be worn as armlets. The craft continues into talismans to be held by the models, shaped by his mother.

16Arlington AW19 at London Fashion Week

2019-02-25T17:39:00.002+00:00

With their Italian heritage and London fashion education, Marco Capaldo and Kikka Cavenati’s vision at 16Arlington is a cocktail of lavish glamour and urban cool.

For this collection, their debut at LFW, 16Arlington started their journey looking at the work of mid-century German-American pop artist Richard Lindner. His paintings offered a rich source of visual inspiration - the pop bright colours are brought to life with Duchess satins, Swarovski crystals and rich embellishments. His painting titled 'West 48th Street' sparkles on a sequin evening gown.

Animal prints and exaggerated silhouettes feature heavily in this collection.

A tiger stripe suit pays homage to the coat worn in Linder's 'Voyeur' lithograph right down to its pink lapel

The bustier body con dress was inspired by Richard's silkscreen titled 'Corsage'

Lindner’s work explored sexual symbolism and the definitions of gender roles. 16Arlington’s fashion blurs the lines of masculinity and femininity – a faux python boot leg trouser teamed with shearling striped coat and satin long-lapelled shirt is a strong look for all sexes.

Likewise, a nipple printed leather trench coat makes an erotic-humoured classic for all.

Lindner’s friend and contemporary Marlene Dietrich is a long-time dream muse of Capaldo and Cavenati.

16Arlington make no apology for their love of performers, actors, exotic creatures of the night and pop legends. Everyone from Marlene to Mary J Blige and David Bowie is woven into the fabric and spirit of this collection.

Shoes in collaboration with Gina

Millinery: Noel Stewart

i-am-chen AW19 at London Fashion Week

2019-02-25T12:51:00.001+00:00

Inspired by the american abstract painter Agnes Martin, this season Chen has focused on classic elements such as grid, line and point.

The collection shares Martin's geometric repetition

her minimalist touch through the making of the garments in one piece

and also her abstract expression with the use of an explosion of vivid colour.

Steve O Smith AW19 at London Fashion Week

2019-02-24T23:55:00.003+00:00

SOS has reimagined the pantomime for the era of farce that we have now found ourselves in.

Surrounded by the traditional setting of a country house, signature tailoring is amplified by elements of pin-stripe patchwork, featured on the Revolutionary and the Politician.

Video of presentation

Padding, exaggerated silhouettes, corsetry and oversized millinery as seen on the Lady and the Vamp are designed to be noticed even from the very back row of the theatre.

The Banker, dressed to impress in a full PVC look plots their world domination in the Parlour,

as the Dame holds court in the sitting room.

Hand woven Banarasi silks, as seen on the Lady and the Merchant are reversed to show the striking colour and texture of their loose threads.

Video of presentation

The Patchwork technique continues in leather on the Fox,

contrasted by the sharply tailored Hunter in hot pursuit around the garden.

And in the centre of them all, the Guard and the Flag idly await their orders.

Hats by Leo Carlton

Photography Richard Dowker

JUNNE AW19 at London Fashion Week

2019-02-24T21:02:00.000+00:00

The London debut collection of Chinese knitwear brand JUNNE is inspired by the renowned Mexican female artist Frida Kahlo.

Taking the different artistic elements from paintings and artwork by Frida – designer Junne Lau builds the structure of the knit from a single yarn.

Video of the fashion show's finale

Expertly weave together a series of 2D texture and 3D shapes; the JUNNE knitwear has been reconstructed.

Particularly noting a series taken reference from the skeletons that’s heavily presented within Frida’s paintings – JUNNE shapes the yarns to form bone like texture in maxi capes ,

to fine knitted tops

and cocoon knitted dress in white.

The collection also depicts pain in an ever so modern fashion – sleek metal green sweater ripped at the bottom;

Knitted sketches of straps, bolts and bones on fluid dress

coat fastened tightly with leather belt,

and tops pierced with continuous saftey pins.

The reference taken is artistic but the interpretation is sleek, concise and modern.

Eyewear - collaboration JUNNE x INMIX

Livia Tang AW19 at London Fashion Week

2019-02-24T20:12:00.000+00:00

The starting point of the collection was historic images of sisters and brothers.

Combining masculine corduroy with feminine lame woven jacquard and handwoven tapestry translates into connection between durability and blessing of sibling love.

Video of the presentation during London Fashion Week

The collection presents an idea of a twin look with double sided fabrics:

lilac woollen cotton blends houndstooth patterns,

Floral tapestry and patchwork to traditional weaving used in top stitching

Beading and trimming are of natural materials such as jade and shell
Cord is used as straps and fastenings

Paula Knorr AW19 at London Fashion Week

2019-02-24T19:30:00.000+00:00

At the core of the collection, bold figure-hugging silhouettes with avantgarde drapes in a mix of delicate sequin fabrics are all finished with Lycra back panels to allow flexibility and movement.

Hints of ‘sporty’ detailing are injected throughout the collection with relaxed shapes like deconstructed Tunica’s and Palazzo pants, in sparkly oversize sequins,

and Sportive lurex Ribbing.

This focus on comfort continues with luxurious silk gowns and kaftans featuring flexible drapes and rushing allowing for that fluid movement.

Video of the presentation: The collection also features a large selection of easy to wear Lycra styles re-developed into show stopping evening gowns and elegant draped tops.. The Lycra jersey in neon tones gets an evening wear treatment by being completely adorned with a precise grid of SWAROVSKI crystals.

Captivating sequins

, soft Lamé velvets with a glossy, water like, shine,

fluid satin fabrics

combined with rich red and wine tones, bright neons and pink and soft blushes all form an alluring contrast to the sportive elements of AW19

. In conjunction with Paula Knorr’s collaboration with SWAROVSKI this season includes jewellery crafted by Paula Knorr. Inclusive of geometric silver shapes which complement the luxurious oversized sequins and asymmetric cuts throughout the AW19 collection.

Shoes by TopShop
Photographer: Zoe Lower

pushBUTTON AW19 at London Fashion Week

2019-02-24T18:16:00.000+00:00

AW19 brings a new mood from cult Korean fashion label pushBUTTON.
An unexpected clash and celebration of all things typically unflattering has been expertly unified to create harmony.

A wild mix of fabrics in various textures and prints clash together creating sportswear with a feminine twist.

Historical dresscode appears with Elizabethan style ruffle collars

and Elizabethan style bustiers
.

Patterns include a variety of checks from the small subtle to the large and bold

and on to the statement checkerboard print

Other prints -soft delicate florals and in your face monochrome polka dots

Detailing ranges from feminine frills

to tailored military..

Zandra Rhodes AW19 at London Fashion Week

2019-02-24T12:11:00.000+00:00

‘The Golden Hour’: Autumn Winter 2019. The time before sunset, the period when the sun is lowest in the sky; colours become warmer and the Zandra woman becomes even more empowered.

The season’s shapes draw inspiration from Victoriana – incorporating elegant pearl cuffs and delicate waistlines.

Flamenco style ruffles adorn the garments in true Zandra style.

For AW19 looks are tiered and extra frou frou.

The colour palette is an ode to adding warmth to the colder months.

Sangria and Straw earth tones partner with rich hues in chiffon and shimmer satin.

The two-piece is reintroduced into this collection for the versatile woman, taking power dressing to new heights as eveningwear.

Basking in the glow of the sunset, the Zandra Rhodes woman is ready for anything day or night.

Jewellery: Andrew Logan
Shoes: Midnight 00
Socks: Sock Shop and UK Tights

Shoes: Gina
Gloves: Gizelle Renne

Roberta Einer AW19 at London Fashion Week

2019-02-24T09:59:00.000+00:00

Roberta Einer pays homage to her grandmother and celebrates the inspiring life of the woman who taught her how to knit and embroider – and bring to life what have become the distinct design hallmarks of the Roberta Einer brand today

Motifs and embroideries inspired by artwork from Soviet era postcards and posters combine with traditional Russian embroidery,

vintage scarves inspired prints for graphics on shirts and pyjamas

, flowers and a remake and update of classic items from her grandmother’s wardrobe to frame the collection,

Roberta Einer signatures; such as sequin-drenched disco trousers and embellished suits, as well as the smocking and denim stories from last season.

Via an Estonian knitting group, Einer recreates the crochet flowers her grandmother taught her to make when she was young; and rekindles her collaboration with knitwear designer Alice Lee.

Einer builds on this with puffa jackets that riff more on the side of a gardening jacket – for Einer’s grandmother was a keen gardener and once won a prize for the most beautiful garden given by Estonian president.

It’s in this cherished memory that the collection is peppered with references: big retro crystal-shaped floral earrings – there are bold and bright snakes and geckos too;

rich, lush mossy greens for a show-stopping sequin and frayed silk bomber-puffa;

and the floral jacquard wrap-around buckled skirts, which also appear in tartan. The latter is a direct nod to her grandmother’s wardrobe, which Einer recalls had very many checks in it.

The fabric also forms the basis of eveningwear, a new category from Einer this season, which sees the exploration of vintage Forties and Fifties shapes, dripping with sequins or wrapped up in tulle stars.

Shoes by Angradema

A-Jane AW19 at London Fashion Week

2019-02-24T08:48:00.000+00:00

The movement behind Neue Musik provides inspiration to A-JANE’s designer, Alice Jane
A-JANE’s A/W19 collection uses a concept of Neue Musik, Atonality, which means music does not follow a key.

This results in inharmonious and almost clashing sounds, sounds of chaos and this is mirrored throughout this collection.

A-JANE’s A/W19 collection emphasises the philosophy behind the Neue Musik movement, spurring on artistic inspiration. Alice is leading the way, by not allowing her creativity to be restricted by the traditional use of flowing lines,shapes, structures or silhouettes. Instead allowing for less structured shapes to appear such as waves and curves,

Alice has decided to use a primary and staple colour pallet to contrast against subtly complex geometric, oversized, structured design elements.

Versatile, modular and reversible elements are used within her designs to create liberation of the unexpected and to manipulate the notion of appeal
.Evolving the collection name to unerwartet, ich (The unexpected) ...

Photographer Simon Armstrong

Rocky Star AW19 at London Fashion Week

2019-02-20T22:56:00.000+00:00

Inspired by Vatican architecture, the collection features Rocky Star's take on the painting 'Separation of Light from Darkness'

He touches on the realm of fantasy -the romanticism between good and evil.

Video of show's final walk

Free flowing silhouettes juxtapose with tailored separates.

Textures collide - Bold knitwear is paired with pleated sequin pieces

Gothic vibe can be seen in ruffles, lace, feathers and sequins

Traces of Baroque influences in the prints, ruffles and opulent shades of golds

Colour palette features the dark - black, maroon and grey with the light - beige and white.

Jolin Wu AW19 - London Fashion Week

2019-02-20T22:00:00.001+00:00

JOLIN WU's AW19 collection exists as a delicate balance of past, present and future

Hints of retro sportswear influences meet futuristic details

Colour pallet ranges from silver, space blue and electric indigo to neon yellow and lemonade pink.

This is the first time that JOLIN WU has used spliced art for seasonal prints: embossed plaids, and cutting tools and techniques in splicing together different materials - Drawing on the beauty of disorder,

Wool, silks, cotton, lace, and waterproofs join together in a textile collage.

JOLIIN WU tries to redefine the future and the past, by redressing classic silhouettes. She uses her unique approach in an attempt to define "future" and "retro", to combine classic elements, handcraft, and design into modern fabrics.

Photographer: Simon Armstrong

Cassey Gan AW19 at London Fashion Week

2019-02-20T21:19:00.002+00:00

Drawing inspiration from the colourful works by Scottish artist Tim Braden, Malaysian designer Cassey Gan has dissolved and reassembled her world in her AW19 collection, Pixelated.

Colourfully vivid brushstrokes take the form of pattern heavy, non-form fitting garments that reveal a new layers of Gan’s evocative work.

Known for loose-fitting silhouettes, original prints, and lightweight textiles, Cassey Gan explores thicker fabrics for the first time.

Video of the presentation:

Her colour pallet of blues, olives, maroons and mustards build the collection alongside wool and padded fabrics.

The collection uses innovative shapes and heavy layering,.

Comfort and style are of equal importance for the label -aiming for a timeless modern appeal,

Influenced also by the impossible pace of the fashion industry and the inevitable changes rooted in the digital age, Gan harnesses her frustration at the speed which designers must now work into a furious and interconnected collection. Drawing from the incomplete and elided images of the collection’s verbal namesake, Pixelated comments on the love-hate paradox Gan sees in contemporary fashion. As speed increases, precision sometimes falters, leaving Cassey Gan’s Pixelated to recombine the pieces into a meaningful statement about the contemporary moment

Photography by Simon Armstrong