LONDON
FASHION
WEEK 2016
Antonio Berardi
Born in the UK to Sicilian parents, Antonio Berardi studied at London’s prestigious Central Saint Martins College of Art & Design while working as John Galliano’s assistant. His final year collection in 1994 created a splash, attracting the attention of key London buyers including those from Liberty and A La Mode. He launched his first professional collection the following season.
Berardi quickly learnt the skills of the design trade, the techniques of clothing construction and manufacture, and how to succeed in business. He was determined to make his business independent so that his reputation would never depend on outside investors. Today he is one of the very few internationally influential designers operating a completely autonomous company.
Much of Berardi’s original inspiration came from the collision of cultures that he embodies as an authentic British Sicilian. He blends traditional Savile Row tailoring with the more colourful, offbeat and freewheeling clothing of Sicily.
Berardi was influenced by his mother, whose impeccable ladylike style was a perfect reflection of her personal philosophy: that a woman’s clothes should reflect her femininity, propriety and sense of quality. Galliano was also a profound influence and inspired mentor, demonstrating the value of intensity and being true to one’s personal vision without compromise.
Berardi has an artist’s appreciation of the female form; his clothes enhance natural curves. Clothing that appears simple on the hanger becomes rhythmically alive on the body. Berardi also has a natural feel for materials and instinctively grasps how new fabrics can be used to maximum effect, creating original shapes that extend the vocabulary of body language.
Creatively, he draws on his roots in English tradition and craftsmanship, whilst tapping into the warmth and expressiveness of Sicilian culture and fusion of traditions. He constantly has an eye on the streets, from London and Paris, to New York and Palermo. He is excited by music, post-modern art and independent film.
Antonio Berardi is a label of ready-to-wear and accessories created for the stylish, impeccable, urbane woman.
Antonio Berardi has been worn recently by the following celebrities; Nicole Kidman, Cate Blanchette, Amy Adams, Madonna, Anne Hathaway, Zoe Saldana, Beyonce, Diane Kruger, Kate Hudson and Rosie Huntington Whitely.
Antonio Berardi is made by Gibo, the venerable and prestigious Italian apparel manufacturer. Berardi credits Gibo with much of his success as company’s advanced technical expertise and creative industrial solutions have enabled him to create virtually without concern for what is possible.
Berardi quickly learnt the skills of the design trade, the techniques of clothing construction and manufacture, and how to succeed in business. He was determined to make his business independent so that his reputation would never depend on outside investors. Today he is one of the very few internationally influential designers operating a completely autonomous company.
Much of Berardi’s original inspiration came from the collision of cultures that he embodies as an authentic British Sicilian. He blends traditional Savile Row tailoring with the more colourful, offbeat and freewheeling clothing of Sicily.
Berardi was influenced by his mother, whose impeccable ladylike style was a perfect reflection of her personal philosophy: that a woman’s clothes should reflect her femininity, propriety and sense of quality. Galliano was also a profound influence and inspired mentor, demonstrating the value of intensity and being true to one’s personal vision without compromise.
Berardi has an artist’s appreciation of the female form; his clothes enhance natural curves. Clothing that appears simple on the hanger becomes rhythmically alive on the body. Berardi also has a natural feel for materials and instinctively grasps how new fabrics can be used to maximum effect, creating original shapes that extend the vocabulary of body language.
Creatively, he draws on his roots in English tradition and craftsmanship, whilst tapping into the warmth and expressiveness of Sicilian culture and fusion of traditions. He constantly has an eye on the streets, from London and Paris, to New York and Palermo. He is excited by music, post-modern art and independent film.
Antonio Berardi is a label of ready-to-wear and accessories created for the stylish, impeccable, urbane woman.
Antonio Berardi has been worn recently by the following celebrities; Nicole Kidman, Cate Blanchette, Amy Adams, Madonna, Anne Hathaway, Zoe Saldana, Beyonce, Diane Kruger, Kate Hudson and Rosie Huntington Whitely.
Antonio Berardi is made by Gibo, the venerable and prestigious Italian apparel manufacturer. Berardi credits Gibo with much of his success as company’s advanced technical expertise and creative industrial solutions have enabled him to create virtually without concern for what is possible.
Antonio Berardi
J.W.Anderson
J.W.Anderson
J.W.Anderson was established in 2008 by Jonathan Anderson and is
regarded as one of London’s most intuitive fashion brands.
Season after season, J.W.Anderson advances its playful aesthetic in the annals of fashion. It subverts the complacency of prettiness and celebrates the discipline of the perverse.
J.W.Anderson won the New Establishment Award at the British Fashion Awards 2013
J.W.Anderson won the Emerging Talent Award - Ready-to-Wear at the British Fashion Awards 2012.
Season after season, J.W.Anderson advances its playful aesthetic in the annals of fashion. It subverts the complacency of prettiness and celebrates the discipline of the perverse.
J.W.Anderson won the New Establishment Award at the British Fashion Awards 2013
J.W.Anderson won the Emerging Talent Award - Ready-to-Wear at the British Fashion Awards 2012.
J.W.Anderson
David Koma
Portrait photographer: Frederic Aranda
David Koma
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.
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.
Julien Macdonald
Julien Macdonald
Julien Macdonald OBE studied fashion knitwear at the University of
Brighton and received his MA at Royal College of Art, London. soon after the
success of his RCA graduation show in June 1996, his talent caught the
attention of Karl Lagerfeld and he was appointed head designer of knitwear for
Chanel, as well as for the iconic designer’s eponymous label Lagerfeld, from
1996 to 1998.
In 1997, Macdonald launched his own label with 'Mermaids', a static presentation of clothes and images photographed by Sean Ellis and styled by Isabella Blow. His first London fashion week show followed for spring/summer 1998.
In 2001, Macdonald was named British fashion designer of the year and was appointed as successor to Alexander McQueen as creative director of the renowned French fashion house Givenchy, designing both haute couture and ready-to-wear collections. In 2004, Macdonald returned to London to concentrate on his own label. He was awarded an order of the British Empire for his services to the fashion industry in November 2006.
In 2012, Julien Macdonald announced the launch of Julien Macdonald bespoke, an in-house atelier dedicated to creating one-off styles, all hand made in Britain.
Macdonald’s unique red carpet gowns and embellished styles have cemented him as a go-to brand for a-list clientele who are often praised for their stylish choices with recent fans including Florence Welch, Beyonce, Taylor Swift, Shakira, Heidi Klum, Lily Collins, Lucy Hale, Berenice Marlohe, Karolina Kurkova, Josephine de la Baume, Joan Smalls and Kristen Stewart.
The Julien Macdonald label is manufactured in Britain and is available at prestigious boutiques worldwide.
In 1997, Macdonald launched his own label with 'Mermaids', a static presentation of clothes and images photographed by Sean Ellis and styled by Isabella Blow. His first London fashion week show followed for spring/summer 1998.
In 2001, Macdonald was named British fashion designer of the year and was appointed as successor to Alexander McQueen as creative director of the renowned French fashion house Givenchy, designing both haute couture and ready-to-wear collections. In 2004, Macdonald returned to London to concentrate on his own label. He was awarded an order of the British Empire for his services to the fashion industry in November 2006.
In 2012, Julien Macdonald announced the launch of Julien Macdonald bespoke, an in-house atelier dedicated to creating one-off styles, all hand made in Britain.
Macdonald’s unique red carpet gowns and embellished styles have cemented him as a go-to brand for a-list clientele who are often praised for their stylish choices with recent fans including Florence Welch, Beyonce, Taylor Swift, Shakira, Heidi Klum, Lily Collins, Lucy Hale, Berenice Marlohe, Karolina Kurkova, Josephine de la Baume, Joan Smalls and Kristen Stewart.
The Julien Macdonald label is manufactured in Britain and is available at prestigious boutiques worldwide.
Julien Macdonald
'Fashion is instant language.' Miuccia Prada
'Style is knowing who you are, what you want to say, and not giving a damn.' - Orson Welles
Hello Fashionistas, let's continue to meet in our Lounge, a place to call our very own where we could just relax and enjoy these creations while 'Figuring out the Fashion Trend.' XOXOs
To research earlier posts, click on the 'older posts' below or you could check by dates using the Blog Archive 'up' on the right side.
Hello Fashionistas, let's continue to meet in our Lounge, a place to call our very own where we could just relax and enjoy these creations while 'Figuring out the Fashion Trend.' XOXOs
To research earlier posts, click on the 'older posts' below or you could check by dates using the Blog Archive 'up' on the right side.
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