My Top 5 Highlights of London Fashion Week 09/12

This season’s fashion week brought many new designers and innovative outfits into the spotlight; with crazy prints from Mary Katranzou and Peter Pilotto, metallic trenches from Burberry, and even a poodle as the ultimate accessory on the catwalk - we are set for spring/summer!

LFW 09/12 was absolutely bursting with highlights and gorgeousness, but after much deliberation, I have narrowed them down to five of my favourites!

 

 1)  The beauty that is FYODOR GOLAN

       This super glam silk dress would fit perfectly on the red carpet! The colour electric blue is transformed into regal elegance, whilst the teaming of this extraordinary neckline with the beading detail over the bust just establishes this dress in its beauty. Fyodor Golan’s creation would make a prom perfect dress for a wannabe princess. 

       2)  CHRISTOPHER BAILEY and the Metallic Trench

Burberry Prorsum’s metallic trenches, designed by Christopher Bailey, are the perfect statement coat for this season. This particular one caught my eye because the lace detail is so intricate; it adds another dimension to the classic cream trench. 

        3)  JAMES LONG’s Marvellous Monochrome

I love the transformation of the peplum here, from a summer staple into a winter leather jacket with a pleated peplum trim. Monochrome remains a timeless trend, but here it is not as straight or edgy. The embroidered pattern on the body of the jacket gives femininity to this structured, and almost masculine jacket. I hope to see tones of this design in the high street soon!

4) HOLLY FULTON'S Woven Florals

This dress by Holly Fulton is just extraordinary. It incorporates the popular peplum shape, but what makes it exquisite is how the fabric looks almost woven, like cross stitch, and with flowers that look pop out as if they have just been picked. The colour palette is perfect for summer, flattering, and a statement dress.  

     

   5) The New Dress and Shorts Combo, courtesy of MARIOS SCHWAB

Marios Schwab’s catwalk collection featured pleats, tassles, geometric patterns and shorts as an outer-underwear. This gorgeous pale pink dress is reminiscent of the 1920’s flapper style, with a bead overlay that outlines and flatters the body shape. Wearing a visible pair of fitted embroidered shorts under a dress is one concept that I never thought of trying!

But this outfit just works, and could be replicated using high street brands. In fact, Marios is soon to launch an exclusive range for Debenhams! But for now, I have teamed a white lace sleeveless dress, some black lace trim shorts, a studded belt and some accessories to make a great grunge girl outfit. Try it yourself. Thanks Marios!