Street Savvy Fashion Weekers

Amidst the chaos and whirlwind that is London Fashion Week, Alice (http://www.reflectionofalice.com)/and I found the time - in between sipping champagne and seeing shows- to peel our (slighty blurry) eyes, focus our lens (well actually hers) and pay homage to some fabulously dressed ladies and gentlemen.

I love doing Street Style because - especially in London - you never know what will capture your eye and make you adore somebody's outfit. I especially love seeing people wearing things I wouldn't have though worked. It inspires you to create new looks, and people are genuinely chuffed that you've given their outfit the fashion thumbs up.

We don't have preconcieved ideas of what's 'hot' and whats 'not' therefore all the people that we snapped were people who we actually believe have genuine style, they aren't necessarily in 'fashion' but people who most definately rocked their particular garment choice. Take it away...

Hilary Alexander - Fashion Editor of The Daily Telegraph looked uber cool as she strutted up the cobbled paths to her awaiting Mercedes Benz car, and was more than happy to pose for us. Her sequined dress was just the right amount of edgy mets glamour, with her lace up boots putting the oomph factor in for us Londeners. Hilary, I salute you.

Colourful fashion designer Louise Gray looked striking in a bold blue splashed dress and kept a toned down approach with her lace up pumps. Loved the Westwood-esque hair colour with her white-as-snow skintone.

Looking like a true old fashioned dandy with a beautiful vintage briefcase, bright purple velvet shoes (and all that matches) and a swagger to die for.

This lovely lady has managed to pull off rock chic to perfection. The silk harem esque trousers compliment her wide lapelled leather jacket wonderfully. The chunky necklace and shoes? Well now that's just showing off.

This beautiful body looked as though he'd just stepped out of a Theatre de la Mode show - haircut and all. I was especially in awe of those shoes. Masculine to boot.

This particular lady had a lot to offer with her colour scheme. I fell in love with the dark green dress almost immediately and although I wasn't ever too hot on brown - she worked it perfectly.

Looking like he'd just stepped off a plane in France, this guy wouldn't have looked out of place in 1970 hanging out with Yves Saint Laurent in Paris. I especially favoured his nautical look mixed with a mod inspired jacket and wind swept hairstyle.

Wow was my first though when I saw this woman walking towards me at LFW. Not only did I adore her tassled cream socks but the military jumper? Too good. Shining example of top London style. Bravo.

A sullen cross between all out indie rock and emo (it's the haircut) but this young gentleman certainly pulls it off. I love the cream lining on the blazer and the bag holds all the attitude.

This girl sure knows a thing or two about throwing together an effortless look and I love the good attempt at putting together two simple patterns. Instead of leaving a confusing clash, the colours fuse together to create an altogether funky look. Minimalistic jewellery made the outfit delicious.

MORE PICTURES TOMORROW.

"Back to Basics" - Milan Fashion Week Spring/Summer 2010

The curtain has closed on Milan Fashion Week and it's safe to say that the Italians have provided a week full of luxury and promise for 2010.

Although it was hard to whittle it down, I have picked the designers that, for me, brought back the quintessential Italian silhouette and asthetic of a natural glamour.

"Back to basics" quoted Alexander Shulman, and I heartily agree - this season for Milan it's gone back to the designers roots and they've given quirky twists to their collections.

Fendi showcased a delightful mix of pretty designs with a soft feminine touch. The ease of the clothes encapsulated a 'oh this? I just threw it on' attitude. The pastels and nudes blended beautifully with the injection of black. There was a cool mixture of high waisted pleated shorts to sleek and sexy dresses. Fendi ought to start taking orders now, Winter Schminter.

FENDI S/S 2010

Jil Sander

As with a lot of designers who showcased in Milan this Season, many have taken a light approach - to designs and with regards to colour. Many shows including Jil Sander, Gianfrance Ferre and Emilio Pucci  began their shows with light nude colours including beiges, browns and creams, but also including a sheer back element, whether it be a dress, trousers or jacket.

A contrast to London's loud prints and block colour, Milan kept a toned down neutral approach this year, which has been applauded. After all, we need all the choice we can get.

JIL SANDER S/S 2010

POST TO BE FINISHED WITH FURTHER PICTURES.

Moschino

The Moschino show provided the real 'pop' and attitude that Milan's laid back season needed. Amazing statement jewellery.

Roundup of LFW

There were some incredible collections last week At Somerset House and although summer is just about over, it has rekindled my love for those early morning walks, late night BBQs and festival fun, (roll on Glastonbury 2010).

Here are some of my highlights from LFW Spring/Summer 2010.

LUELLA

Luella provided an eye popping collection filled with brighter than bright colours of blue, yellow and pink. Teamed with flirty oversized bows as headpieces this collection embodied a fun asthetic with fresh prints, polka dots, heart shaped necklines. Also including exaggerated hips, flowing skirts and one beautiful double breasted blood red jacket.

LUELLA S/S 2010

BURBERRY PRORSUM

Of course the brand on everybody's lips this London Fashion Week, and rightly so. Creative Director Christopher Bailey has done a superb job of recreating this once chavtastic label into a fresh and much wanted one. The clean colour palette of creams, beiges, light pinks and purples, browns, greens, silvers and light greys provided a fantastic fusion with the beautiful draping, twisting and pleating on skirts and tops.

BURBERRY S/S 2010

DANIELLE SCUTT

Miss Scutt provided the perfect summer 'pop' collection using a mix of light fabrics including sheers, lace and silks. Her loud prints proved a fantasty theme mixed with frills and layers upon layers with a wide use of pinks, reds, creams, blacks and yellows. Pretty floral cross-over strapped dresses will be a key look for next Summer.

DANIELLE SCUTT S/S 2010
ERDEM

By far the best prints from LFW, using beautiful cuts on each print including high necks, v-necks, round necks, tiered and laced dresses. (Note: I really really want the cream lace mac!) Using bold oranges, creams and blues mixed with florals, the more than pretty collection showcases wonderful dresses.

ERDEM S/S 2010

ROKSANDA ILINCIC

Once again the understated queen of glamour provided a sleek collection that would dress any red carpet event. Made up of beautiful silks, feathers and sheer fabrics, Roksanda produced a collection full of exaggerated shoulders, sleek dresses, beautifully tailored trousers and not to mention those feathered open toes shoes the models strutted down the catwalk in. The emerald greens, blues and metallics supported the glamourous and well structed collection.

ROKSANDA ILINCIC S/S 2010

Still to come from LFW - Betty Jackson, Richard Nicoll, Mark Fast, Mulberry and more!

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