Jaime Wei Huang

We kicked off the season with a familiar face, Jaime Wei Huang. I always enjoy her designs and the air of utilitarianism that ties together all her collections.

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This time though, there was an unexpected and captivating dark edge to the signature apronesque silhouettes. Straps and leather tassels hung down, accentuating the models movement.

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The unmistakable sound of  Rammstein set the tone while models strutted down the catwalk in chunky shoes and with wet hair obscuring their faces .

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They were cocooned in oversized aviator jackets, wrapped in faux fur, adorned with tassels and draped with straps.

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The tasseled back packs and gloves with different attachments complemented the clothes perfectly and added just the right amount of detail to the look.

IMG_4467The fur was panelled into the garments, adding volume in unusual places (back and arms), altering their silhouettes and adding a touch of softness to an overall tough aesthetic.

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I would describe the collection as dramatic but wearable. I saw a lot of pieces that could easily be integrated into my wardrobe but would continue to make a statement whenever worn.

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LFW A/W 15, Day 1

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Jumper: Ebay

Skirt: Eustratia

Tights: Woolford

Shoes: Jeffrey Campbell

Clutch: H&M

Chainmail necklace: Richard Ayres

Quartz necklace: Urban Outfitters

Glasses: Emporio Armani

Pictured with Amber 

Photographed by Toria Brightside 

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On Friday we watched some shows, walked around somerset house and attended the Dash magazine party.

For the first time I decided to brave the February fashion week weather sans coat and with a clutch bag. I’ve always been an oversized bag person, mainly because of the sense of self-sufficiency carrying everything I could possibly need gives me, but this time I thought I did pretty well without.

It was a busy day and I didn’t manage to get many outfit shots but hopefully I can track down some of the numerous bloggers that photographed me.

Shows to be covered separately.

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LFW DIARY: Friday

I started the season hobbling to fashion scout with all my luggage and just managing to usher Toria Brightside in before the doors closed, as she stumbled out of a car and up the stairs.

I’ve realised we give new meaning to many phrases, including “Fashionably late”.

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Our first show was Jamie Wei Huang, a designer we’ve been following for the last 3 seasons.

Jamie_Wei_Huang-3Continuing in the vein of her fascination with “urban societies”, her S/S collection featured oversized pocket and strap details and a multitude of sportswear influences.

Jamie_Wei_Huang-11This time, she incorporated lighter fabrics and colours that juxtaposed the details and brought it all together into a sophisticated, utilitarian-luxe.

Jamie_Wei_Huang-10The beautiful airy satins , reworked varsity jackets and soft textures stood out most to me and I feel like this is a collection you can wear anywhere.

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The concept of stylish comfort seems to be resonating with designers more and more as busy schedules have us running around without time to change throughout the day and Jamie Wei Huang has definitely mastered it.

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After a short Champagne break and visit to the showrooms (which I will feature in a separate post) , we returned to Fashion scout for another show.

Ashley Isham stood out straight away, with his unusual catwalk set up that allowed models to appear out of nowhere and make movements other than the usual catwalk strutting. The collection was inspired by Mata Harry, which prompted him to incorporate elements from her dance  routines into the show.  Ashley_Isham_72dpi-34The collection was dominated by dramatic, flowing garments featuring twists and gathers, that were pulled aside to uncover embellishment or cinched tightly with patent leather harnesses and belts.

Ashley_Isham_72dpi-21The model’s heads were adorned by otherworldly visors and metallic perspex arrow fascinators that complemented or contrasted with the outfits.

Ashley_Isham_72dpi-3On the whole, the collection was an austere yet elegant mix of turn of the 20th century chic and  modern detailing with an eloquent finishing touch, presented in a vibrant show that captivated the audience.

Ashley_Isham_72dpi-25To top it all off, each garment is hand-crafted in England, which is definitely something to be proud of in today’s fashion industry.

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After the shows, we attended the Dash magazine party, where the guys from Heavy London were DJing as colourful furry monsters by Bas Kosters danced around the room.

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LFW A/W 14 PART 3, Ones to watch

Ones to watch is one of my favourite shows. I love seeing designers with a fresh perspective and also enjoy the fact that there are multiple designers in one show. I always love variety and it’s a lot more convenient than having to go outside a queue again before being allowed in to see the next show.

The “ones to watch” showcase comprised of 4 designers’ collections and I have chosen my two favourites to feature on here.

sarah ryanFirst up is Sarah Ryan. I suppose this is quite a predictable choice for me, as I love monochrome, texture and attention to detail.

Sarah Ryan’s primary interests lie in the marriage of the extraordinary & the functional, using adverse textiles and materials to create an informed & intriguing silhouette.

Her collection ‘Auryn’, had a nomadic, utilitarian feel, heavily featuring multi-textured blacks and over-sized bags.

The most intriguing and aesthetically pleasing aspect of the collection was definitely the woven leather accessories, which I had the pleasure of seeing up close in the show room. I love the use of different weaving techniques and the way they look organic and structured at the same time.

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GEORGE STYLERThe second collection I chose to feature is by George Styler. It was definitely the most vibrant and colourful range of the season.

Serbian designer, George Styler graduated from the college of textile design in Belgrade. His style has previously been described as “World Ethno” and I can definitely see why.

His high-impact designs featured a variety of bold colours and sparkling embellishments in Russian-inspired motifs and 3D flower patterns.

He has successfully mixed elements of traditional garments with a playful, cyber princess vibe, creating a memorable and intriguing collection.

The hair and make up was the same for all the “ones to watch” shows but Styler transformed the models using intricately braided head pieces. Hair and make up is often a key part of the look and as a designer myself I understand the importance of making sure it complements the garments and reinforces your vision.

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Thanks to Toria for the pic.

I loved this outfit but it was such a busy day I didn’t have time to get a full length photo, maybe next time.

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