Burberry Prorsum fall 2014

Christopher Bailey is one of those designers who is able to produce an outstanding collection season by season. Burberry is now at its most popular, sales are increasing and Bailey is now the richest CEO of any fashion company around.

To him, this autumnal season was all about an influential group of writers, poets and artists; the Bloomsbury Group. Bailey portrayed his inspiration through the skillful craftsmanship of the quintessentially British brand, by hand painting every pair of shoe, bags and giving a new spin on the classic Burberry staples, the trench and the shearling biker jacket. The collection was a whirlwind of flowers, fur and lace. The layering of various textures and colours were incredible. One could call it 'texture blocking'. The colours were dark, dull shades which created a rustic, raw feeling to the collection, juxtaposed with the flurry of watercolour strokes on the long-coats and dresses.

One other prominent motif featured in the collection was, 'British Aztec'. The finale showcased all the models wearing custom ponchos covered in the famous Burberry hallmark print, however in a more natural, richer shade. Also, the bags featured were covered in mixtures of Aztec prints and shaved velvet, which created a severe luxury feel and added expense.

Burberry supports the work of up and coming new artists and models. Bailey books a handful of specific Brit models who are a part of the 'Burberry family'; we see the likes of Cara Delevingne (who closed the show), Jourdan Dunn, Suki Waterhouse, Malaika Firth, Edie Campbell and Sam Rollinson taking over the runway every season. Even the British models, in general, have fought over the fashion cities and won the hearts of many designers.

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I have always admired Bailey's work. It is truely amazing how he stays so close to the brand's DNA, yet he is able to come up with the most extraordinary designs, so britishly-based.

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New season trend report- Androgynous tailoring

We say a goodbye to the spring/summer season in the fashion world and welcome the incoming, new trends from the fall collections; whether it be the graphic geometric prints or the heaps of fuzzy furs; we greet them with open arms, ready to start preparation for the forthcoming autumnal months.

The first trend I would like to talk about is one that is much discussed in the tabloids, the androgynous look. Androgyny is the combination of both male and female characteristics. Androgyny can be conveyed through fashion quite cleverly due to the popularity of the look with certain designers. They are able to produce a strong, powerful look for women, each different depending on designer, but all so unique.

The art of tailoring creates the modern look that more and more now favour; maybe because you can find any shape; from wide shoulders to baggy pants, combined with the strong shades of classic monochromes and charcoal greys. 

Designers such as Paul Smith, Tom Ford, Victoria Beckham and Givenchy; all worked closely around the androgynous look for fall/winter, in order to help women of any age accomplish that effortless power and sophistication.

Victoria Beckham

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Male model, Andrej Pejić; now since Wednesday, a transgender woman-has the most phenomenal androgynous look ever. Her beauty is outstanding. She is famed for being a muse for Jean Paul Gaultier, featuring in both, his menswear and womenswear shows.

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The fashion no-nos for men

Listen up men,

I am here today to warn you about what is not hot in the world of fashion and hopefully convince you to re-think your perceptions of these so called fashions. Firstly, let me apologise in advance if I do offend you because you happen to own one of the fashions or take a liking to them, I am so very sorry if this is the case.

No matter how stylishly challenged you are, there are some things which should be wiped from the wardrobes, banished from the stores and put into a deep, dark hole full of Cuban heels and sovereign rings. Urgh how atrocious. 

So here is my list of fashions to be avoided:

1. Socks and sandals or worst...., CROCS WITH SOCKS

-This has to be one the biggest fashion faux pas of the modern day. This concept baffles me in every way possible. Let's face it, Crocs are already ruined in whatever way you aspire to wear them, it is simply a no. Sandals though?! You would choose to destroy a perfectly satisfactory look by adding socks; what is the motive behind that? If you suffer with a phobia of feet, wear a shoe or at least something that covers the entire foot, do not wear a sandal and a cotton sock over it. It is a summer look juxtaposed with a winter look and overall, a look that ceases my understanding.

2. Acid-wash denim

-What happened to the classic blue or black denim? Why are we throwing bleach on them and trying to put a modern spin on an timeless item, it just does not work. Do not even get me started on the way we attempt to pair a denim shirt or jacket with another type of 'washed' denim, it sends your mind into the unknown. Remember; double denim is risky but different washes of double denim is pretty much playing death.

3. Bandanas

-These have suddenly come back to our lives, however not in the way we expected. I blame Harry Styles, for now we are using them as hair accessories. Their popularity is so over the top that everyone has got one, even if you have short hair with no hair to keep away from your faces, you still buy one in order to remain as reem as possible. This bandana wave is very S-Club7esque, but if that reminds you of simple, happier time, then aw.

4. The Mullet

-Sorry for the diversion, but we had to mention this hairstyle. People who favour the mullet are, without a doubt, a fan of George Michael, they just cannot admit it. Back to the point; if you want to grow your hair, then grow all of it long, do not leave a part of it long and cut the rest or worst dye your hair in different coloured sections. It is cringey to say the least.

5. The deep V-neck

-It is one thing to wear a v-neck, but to parade your 'man clevage' around, left, right and centre is quite another; just put it away. Thank-you.

6. Pointy shoes

-I know you like these, they make you feel powerful and chic, if worn properly, of course. However, some I detest, as they verge on ridiculous; I am sorry but are we in The Lord Of The Rings? Also do you wish to obtain bunions from these incredibly pointy shoes, I think you would say not.

Something else springs to my mind while we are on the topic of shoes; the idea of wearing white socks with black shoes. --Men, if you have actually read this far, just stop one second and think, think of some reasons why this combination is so unacceptable and I know there will be some who say nothing is wrong. Well a conclusion can be made right now about that.-- it is quite simple, white socks are for sporting use ONLY. Some of you fashion-forward beings may think monochrome, (clever thinking, eh), however, it is a definite no if it involves your feet.

                                                                 

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Couture week fall 2014

Haute couture; when the designers can show off their artistic sides and create masterpieces out of clothes. Couture is made entirely by hand; every bead, every jewel is sewed on by the house's finest seamstresses. It is not pret-a-porter and it is hard to buy as it is so exclusive. Celebrities of whom have relationships with certain fashion houses can use their couture collections on red carpets, for example to promote that particular brand. We do not know the price of couture, but we can only assume it will be in the range of 10,000 pounds ascending. 

This week we have seen the finest couture moments, from Atelier Versace's sharp, authoritive woman to Lagerfeld's decadent, minimalism for Chanel.

We were plunged into the couture dreamland; Giambattista Valli delivered a breathtaking collection, filled with triple ombré feathered ballgowns, flowery motifs and endless strands of tantalising tulle. Valentino told a fairy tale of woodland fairies dressed in soft, flowing, reels of the most sumptuous silks and dazzling details. 

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Victoria Beckham covers British Vogue

Designer Victoria Beckham has appeared on the cover of this month's British Vogue. The August issue debuts the new Autumnal season trends and it seems perfect that the cover shoot was set on a country estate, full of rustic features. She is portrayed as a 'country lady of the manor' which is quite the contrast to the multi-millionaire fashion empire she reigns over. We even see her posing in wellies; 'wellies?' I hear you shout in horror, 'wellies in Vogue?'. 

Cara for Mulberry F/W 2014 Campaign

Cara Delevingne has scored yet another fashion campaign, and this time with Mulberry. Having been the star of last season's campaign and then later releasing a bag collection for the brand; she has got Mulberry's stats booming.

The bags featured all have that practicality factor, for example some have straps in order to be worn like a backpack. They all follow the classical Mulberry bag silhouette, however modernized to fit with Cara. Also little inspirations from Cara's tattoos have been featured on the bags like the lion head tattoo she has, inked onto her forefinger or the 'Made In England' on the bottom of her foot.

The set for the campaign is on a moor. There is a sense of freedom and effortless lifted from the setting and the clothes mixed with Cara's sheer coolness.

Cara represents everything cool, modern and new in the industry; her bag collection is a reflection on this. 

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