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Julian Zigerli
ONES TO WATCH
Lets talk about Pattern….
Going against the usual darker tones of winter. Julian Zigerli, creates an uplifting vision of a winter less harsh. Focusing on sheer fabrics and repeat pattern, this will definitely be the collection to have with this oh so familiar Indian summers
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Joseph Turvey
ONES TO WATCH
Inspiration was drawn from strong women, such as Hattie Jaques and Margo (of the Good Life) with playful characters to create a colourful, flamboyant, eclectic collection of Winterwear that was an insight into Spring/ Summer 2013.
Shapes were structured and fitted, devoré textures with 70’s Margoesque daisy florals and sailor stripes.
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STREET STYLE LFW MENSWEAR
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STREET STYLE LFW MENSWEAR
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BAARTMANS AND SIEGEL
Taking me back to a time where the archetypal man was depicted as a sleek burglar with a sophisticated edge. Baartmans and Siegel adopted the ‘Milk Tray’ man as inspiration for the collection. Awash with cobalt blues and the signature ‘Cadbury’ purple, we saw a mix of natural fibres and synthetics creating an homage to 1970’s style. A collection that indulged in rich Scottish cashmeres and contemporary nylons.
Headwear was a nod towards the harsh winters of Scotland with bobble hats and peaked trappers.
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BODYBOUND
ONES TO WATCH
A futuristic take on some old classics
Opening the show with a playful copper foiled cable knitwear, BODYBOUND really did steal the limelight within the One’s to watch showcase. A marry of metallic’s, khaki’s and transparent PVC’s played homage to tailored trenches and pleat fronted trousers. Long peaked winter sun visor’s tipped with gold, pulled the more subtle of looks together as a very strong first collection.
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Lucid Disorder
Showcases a marriage between masculinity and romance. The Soviet officers uniform was the starting block for this collection. Sharp shouldered overcoats moved into a slightly softer look with pillar box red fur jackets and matching hats. Tailoring was updated for the season with an elaborate golden paisley woven fabric which stole the show.
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T.LIPOP
By far one of my favorite shows this year. The collection has been inspired by military uniform, brought up to date with a new take on construction with the elimination of seems and a varied colour palette. Tom manages to keep true to his inspiration whilst injecting a softness of pattern and fur accent.
Accessories made the biggest statements with spherical white sunglasses and Fur covered tote’s
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LFW AW12 Illustrated by Margot Bowman.
TOPMAN DESIGN
Awash with Black…
Topman’s in house design team created a very dark and sinister collection, comprising of sharp shouldered tailoring, asymmetric detailing which lead to dramatic masculine silhouettes . Inspiration came from a young Robert Mapplethorpe (showcased with highlights of his signature lilly print) and Patti Smith. Soft washed leather biker jackets were hardened with long wool coats belted tightly at the waist. Drama came from the layering of textures, fine gauge knits and lurex tops.
Knotted leather pendants and rosaries added a third dimension to the looks with a collaboration by Husam El Odeh.
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TWENTY6 Magazine readers, you’ve been at the forefront this week with all of the fantastic coverage of womenswear. Now it’s time to really get behind the most exciting part of fashion week (for me anyway!!) LONDON MENSWEAR.
Follow my updates live tomorrow to get a concise insight into what will be the key looks for the season ahead.
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Beautifully structured shapes and silhouettes over at DAKS for their AW12 Collection.
A black base with scarlett, fuchsia and copper highlights. Wide pants, drape and clean lines with a signature check complement the collection.
Ashley Isham’s signature style of liquid drape jersey develops into a new season inspired by the city girl who loves clean lines and contemporary statement pieces.
Grey, deep teal and grape fused with hexagon florals and digitals. Tailoring takes shape in stretch velvet, French lace and leather.
Sharp, sexy, slick and sophisticated.
