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From the sublime to the sensational: the hats have it! It’s Ladies Day at Ascot 2016

17 Friday Jun 2016

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Royal Ascot

the annual thorough-breed horse racing and fashion event-

is a much anticipated fixture on the English summer social calendar.

 

Occuring over a five day period each June

the most eagerly awaited point on the Ascot schedule is

Ladies Day

when attendees wear hats and headwear of singular

design detail and dimension.

 

 

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The hats have it!

Ladies Day

Royal Ascot,  2016

Play on!

piano keys inspired hat

ascot, ladies day, 2016, piano keys, express 142997

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Sweet sensation

marshmellow embellishments

ascot, ladies day, 2016, marshmellow, express

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All a- Buzz

black / yellow colour scheme

ascot, ladies day, 2016, bee express co uk

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Butterflies are free

‘canoe’ shaped hat with butterfly and flower adornments

ascot, ladies day, 2016, butterfly adorned, express 1

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Cheers!

champagne flowing / glass filled

ascot, ladies day, 2016, champagne bottle_glasses, express

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Tartan and feathers

ascot, ladies day, 2016, tartan_feathers, express

(photos from express.co.uk)

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Her Majesty

Queen Elizabeth II

in melon orange and egg-shell blue

ascot, ladies day, 2016, queen, telegraph

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Of national pride

heraldic symbols of Wales:

a fierce dragon and a proud lion

ladies day, asot , 2016, dragon_lion symbols of wales, uk, footie, telegraph

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‘Riding to the hounds’

ascot, ladies day, 2016, hound purple_w

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Perched

a hat of blue / orange plummage

with bird of matching colours a top

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(photos from telegraph.co.uk)

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For an afternoon tea party

hat of check table-cloth and tiered cake stand

ascot, ladies day, tea tiered caddy, dailymail 355AE61900000578-3644555-A_model_wears_an_afternoon_tea_inspired_hat_with_florentines_fro-a-94_1466096225140

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A trio of fascinating fascinators

ascot, ladies day, 2016, trio ornate fascinators

(photos from dailymail.co.uk)

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Show stoppers! : A few favourites from London Fashion Week (LFW), Spring 2016

23 Wednesday Sep 2015

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Faustine Steinmetz, Fyodor Golan, Joseph, JW Anderson, London Fashion Week, London Fashion Week - s/s 2015, Marques'Almeida, Mary Katrantzou, runway favourites, runway presentations, Ryan Lo

 

As anticipated,

many of the clothing designs unvieled at the runway shows and presentations

for LFW, Spring 2016 (18 September – 22 September) were outstanding:

inspired,  authentic,  fanciful

 

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A few favourites from

LFW,   Spring 2016

 

 

(images from vogue.com):

Floral Flounce

Cosmic Colours

by designer, Mary Katrantzou

spring 2016, london, mary katrantzouspring 2016, London, mary katrantzou, florals, detail, dress, vogue, _GAS0299

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spring 2016, london, mary katrantzou, flouncy floraspring 2016, london, mary katrantzou, flouncy flora

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spring 2016, London, mary katrantzou,cosmic,spring 2016, London, mary katrantzou,cosmic,

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Gender – neutral   Impact

sneaker footwear

from Joseph

by creative director, Louise Trotter

spring 2016, london, joseph

spring 2016, london, josephspring 2016, london, josephspring 2016, london, josephspring 2016, london, joseph

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(images from vogue.co.uk):

Denim Distressed

from Marques ‘ Almeida

by design duo, Marta Ma`rques and Paulo Almeida

spring 2016, london, marques almeida,

Marta Marques and Paulo Almeida

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Denim Fabric Innovation

by designer, Faustine Steinmetz

spring 2016, london, faustine steinmetzspring 2016, london, faustine steinmetz

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Casual, Colour Infusion

from Fyodor Golan

by designers, Fyodor Podgorny and Golan Frydman 

spring 2016, london, fyodor golanspring 2016, london, fyodor golan

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Swirls and Twirls

grab bags

bra exposure

by designer, JW Anderson

spring 2016, london, JW Anderson, vogue.co.uk KIM_0325_426x639 spring 2016, london, JW Anderson

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spring 2016, london, JW Anderson spring 2016, JW Anderson, DETAILS, bra, vogue uk _005_426x639

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 Tutti Frutti Sweet

by designer, Ryan Lo

spring 2016, london, ryan lo, touty fruity spring 2016, london, ryan lo, touty fruity

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LC:M (London Collections: Men), s/s 2016 … Take 2 !

16 Tuesday Jun 2015

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London Collections: Men (LC: M), s/s 2016

is a four day runway extravaganza which

kicks off the fashion watch on menswear.

 

The best of British design talent present their

innovative, provocative and fanciful interpretives.

 

…

Ready for this?

(images from style):

LC:  M

s / s  2016

 

 

 

from Dunhill

by John Ray

Total British-ness

LCM, s 16, dunhill

The English traveller

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 Dunhill Men's RTW Spring 2016

Morning suit and top hat

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 Dunhill Men's RTW Spring 2016

Sport spectator

tennis, cricket or a day out at the races

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from Burberry Prorsum

by Christopher Bailey

Modern suiting

fine knit jogger trousers, embroidered lace shirt, jacket options

accessories:  tassel suede slip-ons, high sheen patent carrier

LCM, s16, burberry, quilt blazer_joggers, style_ARC0229

LCM, s16, burberry, joggers

LCM, s16, burberry,  blazer_jogger_tassel shoes, style_ARC0049

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by Margaret Howell

B/W (black/white) colour story

LCM, s16, b_w, style, margaret-howell LCM, s16, b_w, style, margaret-howell

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from KTZ

by designer,  Marjan Pejoski

Fancy dress

LCM, s16, ktz, fancy dress

Action man parachutist

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LCM, s16, ktz, plastics, style KIM_4248

Plastic fantastic

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LCM, s16. ktz, graphics, style, KIM_4531

Read all about it! :  newsprint graphics-wear

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from E.  Tauz

by Patrick Grant

oversized, drop-crotch, denim trousers

LCM, s16, e tautz, oversizing LCM, s16, e tautz, oversizing, style _TAU0234

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from Tiger of Sweden

by head designer Ronnie McDonal and team

Headed in one direction

vertical stripes

ankle grazing trousers

LCM, s16, tiger of sweden, LCM, s16, tiger of sweden, LCM, s16, tiger of sweden,

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from Maharishi

by creative director, Hardy Blechman

In solid colours

with Zen-like affect

LCM, s16, MaharishiMaharishi Men's RTW Spring 2016

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by designer, JW Anderson

Accessorise me!

anchored by red patent leather shoes

LCM, s16, jw anderson, red shoes LCM, s16, jw anderson, red shoes LCM, s16, jw anderson, red shoes

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LC:M (London Collections: Men), s/s 2016 … Take 1 !

14 Sunday Jun 2015

Posted by meappropriatestyle in accessories, design experiment, design inspiration, design inventive, fabric blends, fabrication, fashion events, fashion fun, London Collections: Men (LC: M), menswear, menswear designers, prints, ready to wear, runway show, sportswear, style ideas?, style inspiration

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Each year, during the months of January and June

the fashion spotlight centres on London for the biannual

showcasing of British design talent in menswear fashion:

LC: M (London Collections: Men).

It’s June, and LC:  M is back!

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The event marks four days of focused attention on

British menswear design:

the quirkiness, the inventiveness, the unexpected,

the experimental, the visual impact, the sheer madness-

the complete fashion fun of British clothing design.

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Ready for this   …

(images from wwd):

 

LC:  M

s /s  2016

 

 

 

from YMC (You Must Create)

Contemporary Cool

effortless, modern, ease

YMC Men's RTW Spring 2016

YMC Men's RTW Spring 2016,  denim jumpsuit

YMC Men's RTW Spring 2016

 YMC Men's RTW Spring 2016

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from Agi and Sam

by designers, Agape Mdumulla and Sam Cotton

Fun Factor

baggy trousers,  thin stripe prints,  zip details

styled with white Converse trainers

Agi and Sam Men's RTW Spring 2016
Agape Mdumulla and Sam Cotton
Agape Mdumulla and Sam Cotton
Agape Mdumulla and Sam Cotton

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from Topman

It’s all about the (non) fit

loose, wide leg trousers

cropped / tapered tops

Topman Design Men's RTW Spring 2016
 Topman Design Men's RTW Spring 2016Topman Design Men's RTW Spring 2016Topman Design Men's RTW Spring 2016

 

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from Coach

(first showing at LC: M)

by creative director, Stuart Vevers

“A walk on the wild side.”

 animal motif / psychedelic prints, colour infused

footwear:  fluffy sliders

Coach  Men's RTW Spring 2016 Coach  Men's RTW Spring 2016 Coach  Men's RTW Spring 2016 Coach  Men's RTW Spring 2016

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from designer, Kit Neale

Colour explosion tempered (?) by white Converse high tops

Not for the fashion faint of heart!

Nuff said.

Kit Neale RTW Spring 2016, colour Kit Neale RTW Spring 2016 Kit Neale RTW Spring 2016

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by father/son design duo,  Casely – Hayford

Subdued

layering, outerwear of mixed fabrication

hint of print, a bit of colour

LCM, layering s16,casely_hayford_men_ss16_16 Casely Hayford Men's RTW Spring 2016 Casely Hayford Men's RTW Spring 2016 Casely Hayford Men's RTW Spring 2016

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(images from nowstudio):

from Sibling

by Joe Bates, Sid Bryan and Cozette McCreery

Gear up:  NFL linesmen, on and off the field

sportswear – A bit tongue in cheek!

LCM, s16, sibling, NFL LCM, s16, sibling, NFL, nowstudio, 144007_960n LCM, s16, sibling, NFL, nowstudio, 144009_960n LCM, s16, sibling, suit, nowstudio, 144037_960n

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Sweet summation: London Fashion Week (LFW), a/w ’15

23 Monday Feb 2015

Posted by meappropriatestyle in colour, denim, fabrication, fashion events, Favlook - Lookfav Focus, ready to wear, runway presentation, womenswear, womenswear designers

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1205 - Paula Gerbase, Eudon Choi, Faustine Steinmetz, Favlook - Lookfav Focus, Gareth Pugh, London Fashion Week, London Fashion Week- a/w 2015, Lucas Nascimento, Mary Katrantzou, Matthew Williamson, Vivienne Westwood

 

 

 

“A picture is worth a thousand words.”

is a much utilised quote, attributed

to New York publicist Frederick Barnard (1921).

 

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It is statement apropos to presentation of a

Favlook – Lookfav Runway Favourites

for London Fashion Week (LFW),  a / w  2015:

the singular looks that say it all.

 

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London Fashion Week (LFW)

a / w  2015

 

 

(images from style.com):

 

by Matthew Williamson

LFW, a15, Mathhew Williamson

Cue:   colour, floral, fur

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by Eudon Choi

LFW, a15, Eudon Choi

Print:  abstract expressionism a la Jackson Pollack

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(image from vogue.com):

by Faustine Steinmetz

LFW, a15, fastine steinmetz, trio of denim finishes

Denim:  inventive fabrications

“It’s the combination of something unique and something everyday.”

(quote from Faustine Steinmetz)

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LFW, a15, faustine steinmetz, denim fabrication

A closer look

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(images by style.com):

by Lucas Nascimento

LFW, lucas nasceimento, spaghetti strap knit dress

Knit:  spaghetti straps and flirty

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by J W Anderson

LFW, J W Anderson, 80s referential

Era:  ’80s referential

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From 1205

by Paula Gerbase

LFW, a15 1205, minimal with masculine intent

Silhouette:  clean lines, masculine intent

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by Gareth Pugh

LFW, a15, Gareth Pugh, the dark side

Colour story:  the dark side

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by Mary Katrantzou

LFW, Mary Katrantzou, mixed fabrication

Textural:  of mixed fabrication

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by Vivienne Westwood, Red Label

LFW, a15, vivienne westwood, grey short trouser set

Short trouser form:  loose fit, hip hike

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“To infinity and beyond!”: Runway fashion takes off at Pitti Uomo, Menswear Fall 2015 (part 2)

20 Tuesday Jan 2015

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For style insight and inspiration as well as sheer fashion fun

the Pitti Uomo, menswear runway presentations

is a ‘yes, please!’ on the international fashion calendar.

The event is always eagerly anticipated and

sets a gold standard for inventive menswear design.

…

As Pitti Uomo Fall 2015 draws to conclusion,

we bid a fond goodbye until next season:

“arrivederci alla prossima volta!”

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A glimpse at a some highlight looks from a few final shows:

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On the Runway

Pitti Uomo

Fall 2015

(part 2)

(images from style.com):

From Emporio Armani

‘In just one stroke’

muted colours, high-volume impact, contoured knitwear

fall 2015, men, emporio armani

fall 2015, men, emporio armani,MARC0065

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From Diesel Black Gold

by Andreas Melbostad

‘It’s in the details’

close-fit layering, monochromatic scheme, denim trousers in varied finishes

fall 2015, men, diesel black gold, JPG_1732

fall 2015, men diesel black

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From Gucci

by Alessandro Michele and design team

‘Gender-less at best’

bow neckline blouses, imprint of prints, uncomplicated footwear

fall 2015, men guccifall, 2015, men, guccifall 2015, men, gucci

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From Etro

by Kean Etro

‘Luxe’

lush fabrication, autumnal hues, paisley patterns

fall 2015, men, etrofall 2015, men, etrofall 2015, men, etro

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by Antonio Marras

‘Casual Elegance’

faux fur collars, mixed patterns, suiting options

fall 2015, men, antonio marras

fall 2015, antonio marras

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From MSGM

by Massimo Giorgetti

salmon pink hues, tactile textures

‘spot on’ and spotted monk shoes

fall 2015, men, MSGM

fall 2015, men, MSGM

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From Moncler Gamme Bleu

by Thom Browne

‘…And they’re off!’

in the winner’s -circle, jockey inspired ensembles

quirky accessories:  goggle eyewear, skull caps

fall 2015, men, moncler gamme bleufall 2015, men, moncler gamme bleu

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London Collections: Men (LCM)- Runway Special Delights for Fall 2015

13 Tuesday Jan 2015

Posted by meappropriatestyle in checks, colourspeak, design inspiration, design inventive, emerging designers, fashion events, fashion fun, Favlook - Lookfav Focus, menswear, menswear designers, ready to wear, style ideas?, style inspiration

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Fall 2015, London Collections: Men (LCM), menswear, menswear designers

London Collections:  Men (LCM)

showcases the best of British menswear designs

from established and emerging talent.

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For Fall 2015, the rich pool of fashion creatives

of avant garde and commercial labels did not disappoint.

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Gents, consider a few Favlook – Lookfav Focus favourites

for dress and style inspiration.

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London Collections:  Men

Fall 2015

(images from style.com):

by designer, Shaun Samson

(Welcome back to LCM after a two season hiatus!)

Fall 2015, shaun samson, plaid jacket, apron shirt

A lot going on!

plaid jacket, apron print shirt

faux fur accessories: scarf and gauntlet gloves

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by the triumvirate from

Sibling

fall 2015, sibling,  good and plenty colour scheme

‘Choo-Choo Charlie’

Good and Plenty candy (pink / black) colour story

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by designer, James Long

fall 2015, men, James Long, bomber jacket, sporty

Bombs Away

bomber jacket with shearling lined hood and large front pockets detail

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fall 2015, men, james long, belted jacket, long scarf styling

Cinched

belted scarf (also as head-cover), loose fit ‘velour’, textural trousers

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by designer, Christopher Shannon

fall 2015, men, christopher shannon, waist-cinched puffer

Modern Michelin Man

corsetted waist, puffer jacket

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fall 2015, christopher shannon, unseamed trousers

Show a bit of leg

oversized, clasp closure, loose-fit trousers

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by designer, Lee Roach

fall 2015, men lee roach yellow jacket, silver trousers

1 – 2 – 3:  yellow, silver, black colour palette

jacket:  yellow, collarless, button-less (strap closure)

trousers:  silver coated jeans

tee shirt:  black with silver graphic details

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by designer,  John Ray 

for Dunhill

fall, 2015, men, dunhill, plaid on plaid

Checks re-dressed

plaid – on – plaid  within the same colour scheme

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from Topshop Design

fall 2015, men, topman design, yellow plaid suit, fuzzy overcoat

Fly guy!

bumble bee colour plaid suiting

 blue chambray / tiered, white fuzzy-wuzzy details

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by designer, Katie Eary

prefall 2015, men, katie eary, anatomics, brain, sweatshirt

‘Anatomics’ rainbow

top:  orange sweatshirt with chalk-blue ‘brain’ motif

trainers:  grapefruit blood-red

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fall 2015, men, katie eary, anatomics, sweatshirt, ribs

‘Anatomics’ rainbow

top:  black sweatshirt with pink ‘rib’ motif

trousers / trainers:  purple sheen and sparkle

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by designer, Craig Green

fall 2015, men, craig green, flowy, wide leg trousers

Easy Breezy Movement

flowing black trousers

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fall 2015 , men, craig green, pinestripe, straight jacket suit

Strait jacket suiting

military green, padded, pinstripe suit

vest:  strap closure

trousers:  wide-leg

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by designer, Richard James

fall 2015, men, richard james. poncho

Andean persuasion

outerwear:  patterned poncho

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fall 2015, men, richard james, blue texture suit

Soft to the touch

blue dyed shearling suit with orange scarf

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And the award goes to: British Fashion Awards 2014

07 Sunday Dec 2014

Posted by meappropriatestyle in design inspiration, design inventive, emerging designers, fashion awards, fashion events, menswear, menswear designers, womenswear, womenswear designers

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British Fashion Awards -2014, Craig Green, Erdem, fashion events 2014, J. W. Anderson, Marques'Almeida, menswear, menswear designers, womenswear, womenswear designers

 

The British Fashion Awards is an annual event to recognise

those who have made meaningful contributions to the British fashion industry.

This year’s recipients were honoured on Monday, 1 December 2014.

The gala evening was  held at the London Coliseum.

 

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And the award goes to:

In the category of Emerging Womenswear Designer, the winner is

Marques’Almeida

The design duo of Marta Marques and Paulo Almeida met when

both were students at CITEX Fashion School in Portugal.

Their design label Marques’Almeida is known for

an innovative approach to denim wear design:

organic, distressed, frayed.

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(images from lfwdaily.com):

marques/almeida portrait

designers, Marta Marques and Paulo Almeida

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(images from fashionising):

Marques’Almeida,  a/w 2014

marques/almeida, a/w 2014

Medium wash

cropped jacket top

oversized/flared hem denim trousers

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Marques’Almeida,  s/s  2015

marques/almeida, ss 2014

Stone wash

harness, asymmetric tunic top

tassel trousers

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In the category of Emerging Menswear Designer, the winner is

Craig Green

Central Saint Martins graduate, Craig Green creates provocative pieces

that are more “wearable art” than understandable clothing.

Often constructed from unconventional materials

and molded into unexpected silhouettes,

the garments create a “mood” and present a design story.

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(image from showstudio.com):

craig green, potrait

menswear designer, Craig Green

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(images from fashionising):

Craig Green,  a/w  2014

craig-green-mens-autumn-fall-winter-2014, from fashionising-lfw11 craig-green-mens-autumn-fall-winter-2014, fashionising -lfw18

Tribute to traditional Chinese garments ( dress and robe)

with a modern twist styling:   leather harness detail

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Craig Green,  s/s  2015

craig green, s15, white, framing

 Ethereal aspect

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craig green, s15, blue, structured, layered, armour-esque

Samurai inspired

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In the category of Menswear Designer, the winner is

J.W.  Anderson

J.W. Anderson’s menswear collections are enigmatic, gender-blurring

creations, which re-invent the silhouette of men’s fashion.

His work is an original, interpretive of modern menswear.

“It feels normal, but it’s not.”

(quote by J.W. Anderson on his s/s 2015 collection)

…

(images from style.com):

J.W. Anderson,  a/w 2014

Access the Accessories! : 

stacked bangles, high flatforms, structured bags

jw anderson, men, a14, long length squared jumper

High neck, pronounced shoulder, square form, graphic line-patterned jumper

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jw anderson, men, a14, asymmetric top/sleeve

Boat neck top in indigo blue colour blast

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jw anderson, men, a14, asymmetric sleeveed tunic

Sleevless, asymmetric hem, V-neck  tunic

…

jw anderson, aw 14, jumper, puff sleeve

Puff sleeve jumper

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J.W.  Anderson,  s/s  2105

jw anderson, men, ss15, graphic shirt/trouser suit

Graphic print top and matching trousers

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jw  anderson, ss15  graphic, textured top, cap sleeves

Cap sleeve, graphic, textured top

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In the category of Womenswear Designer, the winner is

Erdem

Designer Erdem Moraliogiu was born in Montreal, Canada.

His childhood years were divided between Canada and England.

He completed a Masters degree from the Royal College of Art in 2003,

and now heads the global fashion house, Erdem.

He lists celebrity clients and royals among those who have worn his creations.

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(image from designerzcentral.com):

designer, erdem moraliogiu

designer, Erdem Moraliogiu

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(images from fashionising):

Erdem,  a/w  2014

erdem, layered, chocolate brown, embellished

Embellished, warm chocolate hue, three piece layering ensemble

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erdem, a14, sleeveless gold coat dress, embroidered

Gold, embroidered, sleeveless coat dress

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Erdem,  s/s  2015

erdem ss15, grey, white, floral

Tweed fabrication, grey/white colour story, effortless

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erdem, ss15, green stain class affect

Delicate, green flower/leaf motif, black outlined

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DVF: knowing the woman you want to be

17 Monday Nov 2014

Posted by meappropriatestyle in fashion cultural reference, fashion discussion, fashion events, iconic garment, in conversation with

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Diane von Furstenberg, in conversation with, jersey wrap dress, Victoria and Albert Museum

I recently had the pleasure of attending

a talk with designer Diane von Furstenberg in which she discussed

her remarkable career in conversation with Claudia Croft,

style editor of the Sunday Times (London).

The event was held at the Victoria and Albert Museum, London.

 

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(photos by meappropriatestyle.com):

V and A event, DVF

Designer Diane von Furstenberg (r)

in conversation with journalist Claudia Croft (l)

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V and A, DVF event

An impressive turn out

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V and A, DVF event

Ms. von Furstenberg (seated)

 

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This year marks the 40th anniversary of the iconic wrap dress-

the garment created by Ms. von Furstenberg

which is a universal:  for every shape, for every size, for every woman.

 

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(images from dvf.com):

 wrap dress, green print, dvf.com canvas

jersey wrap dress

green / white graphic print

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wrap dress, trousers, dvf,dvf.com  canvas

wrap dress / trouser combo

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Speaking at length, candidly and in detail, Ms. von Furstenberg

discussed a key individual who and a key determinant which

were of profound life influence:

1.  her mother,  a Holocaust-Auschwitz concentration camp survivor

who instilled in her daughter the steely power of fortitude and

2.  her set decision to be a self-sufficient woman

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After her first marriage at 18 to German Prince Egon of Furstenberg,

she was styled Her Serene Highness Princess Diane of Furstenberg

Yet, she was never content to simply marry her prince and

live in golden bliss, happily ever after.

She studied, worked,  trained and eventually created a wardrobe masterpiece.

…

DVF, wrap dress, purple

jersey wrap dress

solid colour, solid statement

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The immediate success in 1974, of her jersey wrap dress

and its lasting impact has established Ms. von Furstenberg

as one of fashion’s design greats.

Today, she oversees a thriving business concern.

Presently, Forbes magazine ranks Ms. von Furstenberg

as the 68th most powerful woman in the world.

She is also involved with several philanthropic projects.

…

 

At the conclusion of her conversation with journalist Claudia Croft,

Ms. von Furstenberg graciously answered queries.

I was struck by the focus of the questions posed and comments made.

All wanted to know more about how to become

a ‘Diane-type empowered woman’.

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Ms. von Furstenberg’s design legacy is the wrap dress- for all women.

Her legacy of indelible spirit is also for all women.

It can be summed up in a statement

which she reiterated throughout the talk:

“I did not know what I wanted to do,

but I KNEW the woman I wanted to be.”

 

(image from dailymail.com):

DVF, thumbs up

DVF:  two thumbs up!

End of runway show, s/s  2014

…

It appears that Ms. von Furstenberg achieved all she intended.

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London Town’s fashion high continues: it’s London Fashion Weekend (LFWend)!

21 Sunday Sep 2014

Posted by meappropriatestyle in fashion events, fashion fun, London Fashion Weekend, runway show

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designer runway shows, fashion seminars, London Fashion Weekend, Marchesa Notte, shopping extravaganza, Somerset House- London, trend runway shows

The five day magic madness of

London Fashion Week,  s/s  2015 is over.

Yet, there’s is no time for feeling blue

and putting one’s stilettoed heels to rest.

The fashion fun is still on

and continues at Somerset House for

London Fashion Weekend!

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(photos by meappropriatestyle):

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It’s four full days of :

designer and trend catwalk shows

industry seminars

shop till you drop

 and fashion people – watch

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It’s the event which rounds out London Fashion Week.

 

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Runway action!

Photographers ready for the runway show,

Marchesa Notte Collection

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The Marchesa Notte Collection

designed by Georgina Chapman and Keren Craig

is the diffusion line of the Marchesa label.

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Marchesa Notte

Ultra feminine dresses of

lace,  chiffon,  pleats,  colour and jewel embellishments.

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LFWend

a total fashion buzz

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