LFW Highlights

London Fashion Week is well and truly over for another season. I think we can all agree LFW was on fire this season- in the words of BFC chief exec Caroline Rush, London created ‘the perfect storm’. Here are my LFW highlights……

– Marios Schwab

I have a soft spot for Marios Schwab, dark and delicious is always on the menu. This time capes, peek-a-boo slits and heavy, black applique created a suitably dramatic show. Off the shoulder, full-length velvet gowns gave a theatrical nod to a bygone era. Knitwear was sumptuous, snake-skin added a modern twist and patent leather amped up the sex appeal. Rich burgundy, warm cream, matte black and a dash of navy coloured the whole collection.

Red Royalty

By now you’ve probably gathered I’m not really the type of girl who’s likely to paint a huge Union Jack all over her face but at this moment in time, with the Olympics in full swing I do feel quite patriotic. My usual act of patriotism is to paint my talons a shade appropriate to the cause; pumpkin orange for Halloween or hot pink for Valentines day, you get the idea. With that done (I picked up a new polish on Friday while on route to the dreaded dentist. Dior Vernis 999, a fire engine red shade called Red Royalty), I dug out my Jaeger bag to complete the look.

Top tutorials @ Red Online

I have to admit I’m selective about who I take advice from. If I’m going to take advice it makes sense to consult with a professional who is at the top of their game. unfortunately finding someone willing and able to take time out of their busy day is almost impossible (which I fully understand, it takes time and dedication to run an empire!!). The lovely people at Red magazine, who are all about empowering women, are running a series of live Q&A sessions with a range of high-profile industry experts. So far Red have featured Brix Smith Smart, Kelly Hoppen and Jane Sherderson, to name a few- the transcripts of these sessions are available to view online. Personally I popped along to Liberty London Girls’ master class a couple of weeks ago and picked up a barrage of tips on running a successful fashion blog. I can best describe the experience as an opportunity to peek behind the scenes of a much-loved and respected brand. The session was frantic, informative and a little bit intimidating as Sasha aka Liberty London Girl drew in quite a crowd. This friday at 1pm Julie Deane will be discussing how she set up the Cambridge Satchel Company. Go along, I promise you will learn something. Below are a few tips on how to get the most out of the sessions.