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The fashion trends of autumn/winter 2016 are versatile, glamorous and charged with creative electricity. They are indulgent and opulent, offering a new sartorial ground for those who wish to up their game. So this season ditch your Stan Smiths and oversized plaid shirts and add a some glamour to proceedings with a hint of winter luxe…  ...
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As each season comes back around, we are given a wealth of inspiration on the new trends and what we should be wearing. Of course, we do get the seasonal replications too: in spring and summer we can expect pastels and florals in abundance and entering into the colder seasons of autumn and winter, we...
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Halloween is just around the corner, the heating has been switched on, the leaves are starting to turn and autumn fashion is in full swing. This is a favourite season for so many, myself included. It’s a time for hot chocolate, cosy nights in watching new boxsets on Netflix, lazy Sunday walks followed by family roast...
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Erdem Launching his brand following his graduation in 2005 from the Royal College of Art in London, Erdem has since continued to establish himself as one of modern fashion’s brightest stars. Known specifically for his use of experimental materials, producing pieces that present femininity in a powerful way is his speciality. And it seems that...
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boot camp
While the British weather is still treating us to sunny days and warm nights, the shops are telling a different story. Gone are the floaty fabrics, sleeveless silhouettes and summer sandals and in their place are full length coats, knitted sweaters and winter boots. So while you might not be ready to hang up your flip...
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It’s nearly time to pack away our favourite sun hats and the “oh, I only wore this once’” bikini to the back of our wardrobes. To wave goodbye to refillable Pimm’s jugs at our favourite summer haunts and say farewell to whiling away those long summer nights on spontaneous bike rides. All too soon we’ll...
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Amanda Wakeley Amanda Wakeley kicked off her AW16 offering with an elemental theme and colouring blocking. Loose tied hair added to the simplicity of the pieces, portraying innocence and purity. Exaggerated silhouettes create an elegant feel, with a mixture of straight and A-line cuts. The use of sheer fabrics created a beautiful drape which complimented what seemed to be a...
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Erdem In a fabulous display of 20th century chic, Erdem Moralioglu presented his AW16 pieces amidst beautiful boudoir set designs inspired by English artist Oliver Messel. The Canadian born designer found the muse for his collection amongst the women of old Hollywood, explaining that “she might pick up a 1920s shift dress and mix it...
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Surrounded by the opulent interiors of Carlton House terrace Ong-Oaj Pairam presented his AW16 collection. Inspired by ‘Havisham’ the collection is a mixture of luxe materials with emphasis on feminine designs, hand embroidery and soft tailoring. Divided between two rooms models wore stripped back makeup and softly plaited hair creating an ethereal mood. Delicate raw...
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Having gained inspiration for around 50 new street style looks from its incredible catwalks, and soaking up its celebrity appearances, ranging from Keira Knightley and Naomi Campbell to Donna Air and Nicholas Hoult, it’s safe to say that London Fashion Week yet again exceeded expectations this time around. As a summary, I’m going to delve...
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