Leopards don't change their spots
The trend that just won't die? Leopard print. Harriet Quick from "Vogue" had leopard booties, Anna Wintour wore a leopard coat to the Topshop dinner hosted by Sir Philip Green, and we've lost count of the faux furs and scarves dotted in the print over the last few days.
The trend that just won't die? Leopard print. Harriet Quick from "Vogue" had leopard booties, Anna Wintour wore a leopard coat to the Topshop dinner hosted by Sir Philip Green, and we've lost count of the faux furs and scarves dotted in the print over the last few days.
Trench warfare
London's answer to the rain? The trench coat - there were plenty of high-street homages to the Céline creation with contrast leather sleeves. "Telegraph" columnist and US "Vogue" writer Sarah Mower wore a two-tone mac, Alexa Chung wore a Burberry trench to Matthew Williamson, and model Lily Donaldson sported a tomato-red version to the Burberry show.
London's answer to the rain? The trench coat - there were plenty of high-street homages to the Céline creation with contrast leather sleeves. "Telegraph" columnist and US "Vogue" writer Sarah Mower wore a two-tone mac, Alexa Chung wore a Burberry trench to Matthew Williamson, and model Lily Donaldson sported a tomato-red version to the Burberry show.
Colour-block your socks
Colour blocking was expected to be a big trend on the street, but, except for a few brave souls, it was just too chilly to don spring gear. The easiest (and warmest) way to add colour to your outfit was with socks under your sandals. Jaeger London even showcased the look on the catwalk.
Colour blocking was expected to be a big trend on the street, but, except for a few brave souls, it was just too chilly to don spring gear. The easiest (and warmest) way to add colour to your outfit was with socks under your sandals. Jaeger London even showcased the look on the catwalk.
Paint your face
Louise Gray's models had multi-coloured measle spots drawn on their faces; Topshop Unique's girls were given black noses to resemble the Dalmation dogs that inspired the collection; and Vivienne Westwood covered one girl's face with gold leaf.
Louise Gray's models had multi-coloured measle spots drawn on their faces; Topshop Unique's girls were given black noses to resemble the Dalmation dogs that inspired the collection; and Vivienne Westwood covered one girl's face with gold leaf.
Size matters
Although Tom Ford might have started something with his intimate shows, London's designers showcased the capital to great affect with their choice of venues. Alice Temperley celebrated her 10th anniversary and return to London Fashion Week with a show at the British Museum; Giles Deacon and Dame Vivienne Westwood both chose the stately Royal Courts of Justice; and Antonio Berardi chose Draper's Hall in east London, where "The King's Speech" was filmed.
Although Tom Ford might have started something with his intimate shows, London's designers showcased the capital to great affect with their choice of venues. Alice Temperley celebrated her 10th anniversary and return to London Fashion Week with a show at the British Museum; Giles Deacon and Dame Vivienne Westwood both chose the stately Royal Courts of Justice; and Antonio Berardi chose Draper's Hall in east London, where "The King's Speech" was filmed.
The stars come out to shine
Mulberry went for a thespian front row, cramming in Kirsten Dunst, Clémence Poésy, Rebecca Hall, Nicholas Hoult, Gemma Arterton and Rosamund Pike (plus a few canine guests - there were dogs on the runway). At Burberry, the beautiful people were out in force to show their support, including Kate Bosworth, Rachel Bilson, Alexa Chung, Julia Restoin-Roitfeld, Samantha Cameron, Mario Testino, Ellie Goulding and Jamie Hince.
Mulberry went for a thespian front row, cramming in Kirsten Dunst, Clémence Poésy, Rebecca Hall, Nicholas Hoult, Gemma Arterton and Rosamund Pike (plus a few canine guests - there were dogs on the runway). At Burberry, the beautiful people were out in force to show their support, including Kate Bosworth, Rachel Bilson, Alexa Chung, Julia Restoin-Roitfeld, Samantha Cameron, Mario Testino, Ellie Goulding and Jamie Hince.
Food (and drink) for thought
From toadstool cakes at Mulberry, to Alice-in-Wonderland style "Eat Me" treats at Markus Lupfer, via the comfort food (fish pie, falafels, brownies) at the Topshop Cafe, there was no chance of going hungry. The best drink award was shared between Acne's Sunday morning Bloody Marys and Richard Nicoll's dirty martinis.
From toadstool cakes at Mulberry, to Alice-in-Wonderland style "Eat Me" treats at Markus Lupfer, via the comfort food (fish pie, falafels, brownies) at the Topshop Cafe, there was no chance of going hungry. The best drink award was shared between Acne's Sunday morning Bloody Marys and Richard Nicoll's dirty martinis.
Fashionable technology
You may not have had a ticket, but you could watch a vast number of shows on live stream. Burberry, always at the forefront of fashion technology, live streamed its show on the giant Coca Cola screen at Piccadilly Circus. Somerset House also got in on the big-screen action, broadcasting events inside the tents to those outside on a supersized LED monitor. Fashion Week tweets were also broadcast on CBS screens on the Underground.
You may not have had a ticket, but you could watch a vast number of shows on live stream. Burberry, always at the forefront of fashion technology, live streamed its show on the giant Coca Cola screen at Piccadilly Circus. Somerset House also got in on the big-screen action, broadcasting events inside the tents to those outside on a supersized LED monitor. Fashion Week tweets were also broadcast on CBS screens on the Underground.
And the award for best film goes to...
The Oscars may not be until this Sunday, but designers have embraced the medium of film. Henry Holland showed his shopping channel skit featuring model Dree Hemingway and Pixie Geldof hamming it up alongside the designer at his after-party. Shoe queen Charlotte Olympia made a short film starring model Portia Freeman to preview her collection.
The Oscars may not be until this Sunday, but designers have embraced the medium of film. Henry Holland showed his shopping channel skit featuring model Dree Hemingway and Pixie Geldof hamming it up alongside the designer at his after-party. Shoe queen Charlotte Olympia made a short film starring model Portia Freeman to preview her collection.
More haste, less speed
Rumours swirled backstage that models were asked to walk quickly and not stop at the end of the catwalk to prevent bloggers and audience members taking clear photographs of the collections. We're not sure why they would want to limit coverage, but Matthew Williamson's catwalk instructions were to "Walk the sh-t out of it". Hmm.
Rumours swirled backstage that models were asked to walk quickly and not stop at the end of the catwalk to prevent bloggers and audience members taking clear photographs of the collections. We're not sure why they would want to limit coverage, but Matthew Williamson's catwalk instructions were to "Walk the sh-t out of it". Hmm.
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