2015-2016 FALL/WINTER LONDON

2015  ~  LONDON FASHION WEEK ~  2016

Alice Temperley

Temperley London entered its 15th year of business in 2015 with its founder, namesake and Creative Director Alice Temperley, MBE heading up the independent British luxury brand. Temperley creates clothes with signature, unique detailing that has made her one of the most distinctive voices in contemporary British fashion. The world of Temperley houses two lines; Temperley London and Temperley Bridal.....

.....Temperley London has also expanded into lifestyle with kaftans, soft accessories and Temperley scented candles with plans to move into further categories. The past 15 years have earned the Temperley brand critical acclaim and devoted fans around the world. Amongst others, ‘Temperley London’ fans include; Amber Heard, Beyonce, Catherine Duchess of Cambridge, Emma Watson, Florence Welch, Jennifer

Lopez, Jessica Chastain, Kate Hudson, and Penelope Cruz.

Temperley London currently operates five standalone stores – three of which are in the UK - the flagship store in London’s Mayfair, a boutique in Notting Hill where the brand originated and an outlet at Bicester Village. The brand also has a store in Dubai (the Dubai Mall) and another in Doha Qatar (the Gate Mall).

The World of Temperley and its design philosophy is set to extend its influence, transforming it from one of Britain’s leading luxury fashion brands to an all-encompassing luxury lifestyle brand.

Temperley London Autumn / Winter 2015-16

Vivienne Westwood

Vivienne Westwood began designing in 1971 along with her then partner Malcolm McLaren in London. At the time they used their shop at 430 Kings Road, London, to showcase their ideas and designs. With their changing ideas of fashion came the change of not only the name of the shop but also the décor. It was in 1976 when Westwood and McLaren defined the street culture of Punk with Seditionaries.

By the end of the seventies Vivienne Westwood was already considered a symbol of the British avant-garde and for Autumn/Winter 1981 she showed her first catwalk presentation at Olympia in London. Westwood then turned to traditional Savile Row tailoring techniques, using British fabrics and 17th and 18th century art for inspiration.

1989 was the year that Vivienne met Andreas Kronthaler, who would later become her husband and long-time design partner, as well as Creative Director of the brand. In 2004 the V&A hosted a Vivienne Westwood retrospective exhibition to celebrate her 34 years in fashion – the largest exhibition ever devoted to a living British fashion designer. In 2006, her contribution to British Fashion was officially recognised when she was appointed Dame of the British Empire by Her Majesty, Queen Elizabeth II, and in 2007 was awarded the Outstanding Achievement

in Fashion at the British Fashion Awards in London.

Vivienne Westwood is one of the last independent global fashion companies in the world. At times thought provoking, this brand is about more than producing clothes and accessories.

Westwood continues to capture the imagination, and raise awareness of environmental and human rights issues. With a design record spanning over forty years, Vivienne Westwood is now recognized as a global brand and Westwood herself as one of the most influential fashion designers, and activists, in the world today.

Vivienne Westwood Autumn / Winter 2015-16

David Koma

Portrait photographer: Frederic Aranda

David Koma Autum/Winter 2015-16

David Koma is a 29 years old Georgian born, London based fashion designer who has become synonymous with the ultra body contouring silhouette. Creating sculptural statement dresses inspired by the feminine form, it is this design element that has projected the young designer onto the international stage.
After studying Fine Art in St Petersburg and showing his first collection at the age of 15, Koma moved to London in 2003 to take up a place at the prestigious Central St Martins College of Art and Design.
It was here that he channelled his love of fashion and honed his design skills to create his signature look. He completed his BA in Fashion Design and graduated with a distinction in MA Fashion in April 2009 under the mentorship of late Professor Louise Wilson, OBE.
Straight after graduation David Koma launched his eponymous label and is a participant of London Fashion Week, presenting 2 womenswear collections a year.
In December 2013 David was appointed as Creative Director of French house  Mugler.

David Koma Autumn / Winter 2015-16

Emilia Wickstead

Emilia Wickstead is a British-based, New Zealand-born, Central Saint Martin’s graduate. She spent her formative years in Milan and New York, working at Giorgio Armani, Proenza Schouler, Narciso Rodriguez and American Vogue. Originally making her name as a made-to-measure atelier, Emilia has since expanded her repertoire to include seasonal ready-to-wear collections. She launched her eponymous label in 2008, with her first season at London Fashion Week in 2012.

Emilia Wickstead Autumn / Winter 2015-16

Christopher Bailey

CHRISTOPHER BAILEY CHIEF CREATIVE OFFICER In his role as Chief Creative Officer of Burberry, Christopher Bailey is responsible for the design of all Burberry collections and products, as well as all advertising, corporate art direction, architectural design, multimedia content and overall brand image for Burberry.

Christopher Bailey is a long-standing supporter and mentor of emerging British design talent from institutions around the UK including the Royal College of Art, the Chelsea College of Art, the University of Huddersfield, Sheffield Hallam University and the University of Westminster.

In 2008 Christopher Bailey set up the Burberry Foundation with Burberry Chief Executive Angela Ahrendts. The Burberry Foundation is committed to dedicating global resources to help young people realise their dreams and achieve their goals and potential through their  power and creativity.

Christopher Bailey was appointed Chief Creative Officer of Burberry in November 2009, a newly created position in recognition of his outstanding contribution to the brand since his appointment at Burberry as Creative Director in May 2001.

CHRISTOPHER BAILEY

Christopher Bailey Autumn / Winter 2015-16

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Oscar de la Renta

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