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NYFW SS'15

2014-09-18T16:47:00.002-07:00

The Good, The Bad & The Downright Predictable

The Good

Chromat

Not only did the show feature women of all shapes, sizes and ethnicities, the majority of the garments were produced by 3D printers. The strong, geometric structures can be seen to be heavily influenced by Becca McChare's interest in architecture, more specifically; scaffolding, city maps and wearable exoskeletons.

Versus Versace

Gold accessories added detailing to the simple silhouette shapes.

Marc by Marc Jacobs

The whole collection had the perfect balance of colour and monochrome looks. The soft pastel polka dots printed onto chiffon contrasted the sharp, clean monochrome shapes well.

Cynthia Rowley

The colour pallets and wide flaring shapes gave the collection a 60's Mod look.

The Bad

Prabal Gurung

What kind of organza mess is this?

Alexander Wang

Neons are a quick, effortless way for designers to add a sports / 80's look to a collection.

& The Downright Predictable

Jeremy Scott

Once again, Jeremy Scott does not disappoint when it comes to bringing tacky to the runway.

Rodarte

The Spanish for 'we don't even try'.

Thom Browne

Taking classic structures and reforming them in an artistic way.

HBA

Rebelling against fashion with ~~double~~ triple denim YAWN.

p.s. How many times was the 'leather jacket, black straight trouser' look repeated in this collection?

Florals? For Autumn? How Interesting

2014-07-08T13:38:00.001-07:00

July 2011, Giambattista Valli showcases, as a guest, his first ever couture collection in Paris. Less than two years later the Paris Fédération Française de la Couture awarded Valli with appellation as they believed his work was invariably executed to such a high standard.
(Typically most designers are only awarded this after five years of presenting couture collections).

Yesterday, the Italian designer presented his Fall 2014 Couture collection in Paris. All the looks featured the Giambattista Valli x Moscot collaboration sunglasses, which were styled with white scarves tied on the heads of the models. Such characteristics looked as if they were inspired by the scene in The Dreamers (2003), in which Eva Green parades across the room dressed in white overalls, sunglasses and a white scarf, whilst re-enacting a scene from Blonde Venus (1932).

Favourite looks from the collection:

Valli experimented with traditional pyjama shirts by altering them to be worn as dresses and even styling them with layered ombré skirts.

The evening floral gowns looked as if they had been sprinkled with wisteria or gracefully pulled through fields of daisies.

Met Gala: Iconic Looks

2014-05-05T14:36:00.001-07:00

In anticipation of the Met Gala 2014, I have decided to revisit some of the most iconic looks from the previous years, from Karolina Kurkova in Rachel Zoe's first ever red carpet look to Nicole Richie's dramatic punk make over. Regarded as one of the most exclusive and stylish events, the Met Gala this year will be celebrating the premier of the 'Charles James: Beyond Fashion' exhibition which is due to open 8th May at The Metropolitan Museum.

Karolina Kurkova 2012 'Schiaparelli and Prada: Impossible Conversations'

wearing Rachel Zoe's first ever red carpet look.

Anna Wintour 2008 'Superheroes: Fashion & Fantasy'

wearing Chanel couture designed by Karl Largerfeld.

Anne Hathaway 2013 'Punk: Chaos to Couture' wearing black sheer vintage

Valentino gown from the designers 1992 archives.

Anja Rubik 2013 'Punk: Chaos to Couture' wearing Anthony Vaccarello.

Nicole Richie 2013 'Punk: Chaos to Couture' in embellished white Topshop dress.

Sarah Jessica Parka 2013 'Punk: Chaos to Couture' wearing Giles Deacon dress, Philip Treacy headpiece and plaid boots by Christian Louboutin.

Beyoncé 2012 'Schiaparelli and Prada: Impossible Conversations' wearing sheer lace Givenchy dress with feather ombré train.

Daphne Guinness 2011 'Alexander McQueen: Savage Beauty' in Alexander Mcqueen feather couture gown by Sarah Burton

Atelier Versace Spring 2014 Couture

2014-01-22T09:55:00.001-08:00

Here are the looks I loved from Donatella's collection for Versace Atelier which opened the couture season on Sunday.

Silk hooded dress embroidered in crystal with cut out detailing.

Hooded open-front playsuit in white with studded details.

Coloured fur coat with matching purple silk hooded top.

Beaded black fish tail dress with matching crop leather jacket.

Lady Gaga's standing ovation at the end to Donatella

London Fashion Week RTW SS14

2013-09-24T17:37:00.001-07:00

A collection of the looks I loved at London Fashion Week; from abstract prints to origami dresses, this season's collection was filled with exciting new takes on classic concepts.

The digital prints layered on top of the pleats and the floral folded dresses at Mary Katrantzou.

Bold abstract floral prints on top of sheer material at Preen.

The simple, elegant shapes with printed details and the dashes of yellow to break up the monochrome theme at Jasper Conran.

Art deco inspired prints in bleached denim at Holly Fulton.

The unique cut of the skirts with mint detailing in contrast with the futuristic monochrome prints at Peter Pilotto.

Detail added by the laser cut on top of prints and the relaxed open front coats at Burberry Prosum.

Textured vests, light feather skirts and an interesting take on monochrome floral prints at Erdem.

Proenza Schouler RTW SS14

2013-09-14T06:09:00.001-07:00

On the penultimate day of New York Fashion Week Lazaro Hanandez and Jack McCollough presented their RTW SS14 collection for Proenze Schouler. The metallic pleated skirts along with the wrap crop tops gave the collection a strong, futuristic look, whilst the wide legs of the crop trousers and structured jackets added a more classic aspect to the collection.

Alexander Wang RTW SS14

2013-09-08T08:09:00.002-07:00

I really enjoyed Alexander Wang's show last night at NYFW; I loved the white scaffolding set, the pleated mini skirts, the cut of the white shirt below (at bottom) and the two piece playsuit with the leather 'WANG' cut out gloves. Although it's not may favourite collection by Wang (my favorite being Alexander Wang SS13) I feel as if this has been the best show of NYFW so far this season.

Dior Spring Summer 2013 Ready-to-Wear campaign

2013-01-02T18:23:00.000-08:00

Spring Summer 2013 campaign presenting Raf Simons’ first Ready-to-Wear collection at Dior.

Alexander Mcqueen SS13

2012-10-26T16:50:00.000-07:00

Sarah Burton's 'honeybee' themed collection for Alexander Mcqueen during Paris SS13 fashion week.

A Tribute to Erwin Blumenfeld

2012-08-22T10:25:00.001-07:00

A tribute to Erwin Blumenfeld by Solve Sundsbo starring CHANEL ROUGE ALLURE.

Dior Fall 2012 Couture

2012-07-02T07:43:00.001-07:00

Flowers are a clear theme at Raf Simons' debut couture collection for Dior, everything from the gowns to the walls are covered by floral detailing.

Pictures from Harpers Bazaar

Dior Haute Couture

2012-07-02T07:03:00.000-07:00

The stage is set and ready for Raf Simons' debut collection for Dior. “After women, flowers are the most lovely thing God has given the world.” - Christian Dior

Burberry Prorsum Spring 2013

2012-06-24T15:47:00.001-07:00

Christopher Bailey's menswear collection for Burberry Spring 2013 strongly featured silk bomber jackets and vibrant metallic's. Socks and sandals also made an appearance on the runway, an unsightly trend I imagine will only ever be styled by the likes of East London hipsters.

The Little Black Jacket

2012-06-22T12:39:00.002-07:00

Lanvin Resort 2012

2012-06-15T11:07:00.003-07:00

Valentino Resort 2013

2012-06-14T12:09:00.002-07:00

High-end meets High-street fashion

2012-06-12T15:12:00.001-07:00

Martin Margiela for H&M rumour confirmed to hit the high street on 15th November later this year.

Jil Sander Fall 12

2012-06-07T10:36:00.000-07:00

2012-06-01T14:07:00.000-07:00

I don’t believe in originality. You take inspiration from whatever moves you and you find your voice in those things - Tim Walker

Coco Chanel's most iconic designs

2012-05-29T14:40:00.001-07:00

Cocktail ensemble, ca. 1964

Theater suit, 1938

Evening ensemble, 1936

Chanel N°5

2012-05-12T06:39:00.000-07:00

Prehaps the only advert I will ever enjoy watching. I love the way it perfectly captures the French culture and Audrey Tautou's elegance.

Louis Vuitton; the train that cost $8 million

2012-05-09T06:09:00.004-07:00

Without a doubt my favorite runway show ever. "I guess when Marc does things, he does them perfectly.”

Valentino fall winter 10/11

2012-05-02T13:02:00.003-07:00

Yohji Yamamoto

2012-04-30T15:06:00.002-07:00

A/W 1998

S/S 1999 S/S 2009

Hey Mambo

2012-04-30T11:43:00.000-07:00

Dolce & Gabbana S/S 12 collection, Milan fashion week.