August next year will see one of my best friends finally tie the knot and to say I’m excited would be an understatement. I love a wedding. Everything about them just melts my stone cold heart. I love the sentiment of seeing two people so in love that they are willing to stand in front...Read More
She’s your best friend. The one person that is there through thick and thin and as such should be celebrating accordingly on Mothering Sunday. But often finding that extra special gift can be tricky when work schedules are frantic and there just doesn’t seem to be enough hours in the day. So step in Semple...Read More
These cold winter days and long dark nights have been around for what feels like an eternity. As much as we all like a cosy night in with a good film, good food and good company, nothing beats a bright and beautiful spring day. A day where the trees start to turn a vibrant green,...Read More
I would imagine that there are three kinds of readers of this message: those who know me very well, those who know aspects of who I am, and those who are still figuring me out. For the last six weeks I have been hosting exclusive evening events in my atelier built in 1692 in Covent...Read More
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...Read More
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...Read More
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...Read More
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...Read More
As a person who wears jumpers her grandma knits her, I think I can safely say that I know a lot about fashion. Red’s a good colour, right? My favourite is green but try as I might I can’t find a flattering item of green clothing anywhere and I just have to accept that; you...Read More
All eyes were fixed on Vogue Fashion Fund winner for AW16. Mary took her show back to her roots, setting up showcase in her place of study, Central St Martins. Exposed brickwork lined the show space and a metallic fabric reminiscent of kitchen foil covered the floor, while a large bundle of metallic balloons crafting the entrance...Read More
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