Intern - Ups and downs

So I finished at Ralphs for now and recently everything has been hectic! Just the way I like it. After a couple of weeks of being stuck in a rut I manged to get a few Interviews. I literally applied EVERYWHERE. However only a few responded and most of the time when I conversed with them, the companies either didn't cover expenses or only covered within London (£29 a week) which was something I couldn't afford.

So things started looking brighter as I got an interview with Premier Model Management, you know, 'The Model Agency' they got filmed for a documentry. I was pretty excited as I thought it would be pretty cool and a good insite to the other side of the fashion industry, it seemed like a busy lifestyle and something I could uphold. I turned up for my interview and Leomie Anderson (new face with big things a head of her) was outside with some film crew. Obviously a bit intimidating as the room was big white and spacious just like on the tv with everyone working hard and being all cool and stylish. The interview was pretty brief and the girl was nice, lasted about 5 minutes and was told I'd found out if I got the job on Friday. Unfortunately I didn't hear from them so back I was to finding a new internship.

Soon I had a reply for a showroom called Rainbow Wave who deal with all the buyers who want to stock their designers such as Carven, Mario Schwab, J Brand, J.W.Anderson and more. I went for the interview and I think it went pretty good and I go for a trial day soon and see if I like it etc.

Since then I've been to London Fashion Week and Paris Fashion Week which was incredible, lots of fun. Manish Arora was by far my favourite show as he is one of my favourite fashion designers and never fails to excite me with his inspiring ideas.Tiring with a lot of shows to attend however it well worth it and fitted lots of cocktails and shopping in between. As you can probably see...

Me and Jemima doing our thangggg,  I'm pretty much tipsy or taking the piss and having a shit load of fun!

Being shot for a Norweigian Magazine.

Cocktails...

Being interview for Madame Paris.

more cocktails...

Just chilling in the Ritz...

More Cocktails...

Julia looks classy, Jemima and I...not so much...

Posing by the Graffiti wall at Manish Arora.

Trying on fabulous shoes which make my legs look long, shoes by Julian Hakes.

More cocktails... can't get more posey than this.
P.s. big shout out to Julia for putting up with me and Jemima for the whole trip. Lots of Loving.

For another little update I have an interview with Kurt Geiger on Thursday! Oooo exciting!

Aurevoir!

PFW A/W 2012 - Day 3

Carven

The show started with a gorgeous paisley print ensemble, with jackets, skirts and dresses covered in the green blues and orange hues, the combination worked beautifully finished off with cuffs and collars of white.  The coats were perfectly tailored and sculpted the body to a chic finish with mustard being the colour combined with matching fur finish around neck. The colour palette soon blended from the strong mustard to a delicious orange with added hints of sky blue for shirts. The silhouettes were sophisticated and youthful, which is what Carven is about. Girly and cinched in at the waist as well as long slung effortless skirts were adopted. It all looked easy to wear and adaptable which was a great strength that Carven has. Always consistent and luxurious the pieces were phenomenal and finished to faultlessness. Black was a classic input for an autumn winter collection which was done exactly right as well a few striped pieces to add a bit more oomph. As the show closed duchess satin dresses worked the runway in jewel blues and red, the perfect end to a great show.

Words by Sannita

Photos by Sannita

Manish Arora

As we took our seats against the blank canvas of a wall, artists started spray painting the wall in colourful splashes of orange, pinks and green. The show started before the artists had finished but by then you could see the words spelt ‘life is beautiful’. The first look to strut down the runway was a beautiful floor length elegant white dress with scattered green leaves across the dress. All models had gold leaves sculpted round the side of their head which related to the urban landscape of the location and collection. Outfits were made up of contrasting colours, such as pink, green, yellows and blacks. Experimental with his work Arora isn’t scared of mixing and matching texture as well as colour, he does it in the most skilful and fabulous way that each piece is a delightful piece of art. Silhouettes were of a 1950’s style, with strapless prom dresses cinching in at the waist as well as a hint of 1920’s with dresses that slung low at the hip with bright blue and yellow fur trim. An absolute delight to watch there were laser cut details in an almost holographic fuchsia pink. The make-up was also the highlight with streaks of bright blue and laser cut eyelashes, Arora collaborated with Nicolas Kirkwood to create chunky stacked peep toe heels. His signature digital prints came at the end which resembled the pattern on the invitation, in light fluid satins they fitted loosely and elegantly off the models. When the finale came , the models wore a whole new collection, and all stood by the graffiti, as they stood the dresses co-ordinated with the background, once again spelling ‘life is beautiful’ – the motto of the show.

p.s. I absolutely love him!

Moi

Me - Hat: H&M Blazer: Dorothy Perkins Trousers: H&M Shoes: Topshop

PFW A/W 2012 - Day 2

Devastee

The show begun with gothic music as if a funeral was about to take place and from the credits information there were pictures of graveyards with smiley faces. The show started with an oversized coat in black with prints of oranges on it in a simple grey scale, the effect was chic and wearable, pair with simple black tights to elongate the silhouette. The entire collection was made up of black and white, which was the same as her previous seasons, something the designer has kept consistent. A lot of wearable pieces went down the runway with jumper dresses with smiley faces and crosses on them as well as leather shorts paired with an illustrated shirt. There was a fun easy approach to clothes as always, keeping it young and eclectic with the smiley prints. Blazers gave a formal professional look and the PVC headbands made it edgy. A beautiful jacket and trousers were in brocade like fabric, the small crosses and lines made an overall intricate pattern looking tres chic. Towards the end of the show big puffy organza dresses were seen, not the most flattering but it worked well in the collections. Devastee created the perfect collection for the edgy city girl.



Words by Sannita

Photos by Sannita

Guy Laroche

The show was set in the Garden le Tuilleries, starting half an hour late, the show had an immediate start with a shiny burgany coat and black dress accompanied with knee high curved heel boots. Silhouettes had a boyish feel to them with rounded off shoulders and tailored trousers styled with slick back hair. Contrasts of the deep brown reds against the off whites maintained a feminine look. Maxi skirts played a part, whether worn with big ruffles off fur or elegant chiffon v necks, it was certainly a variety of looks. Later hints of white emerged in satin trousers and roll necks giving a sleek Parisian feel. Suddenly blasters of bright orange came through in metallic leaved skirts and gorgeous high waisted trousers. Bomber jackets gave a more casual approach where as the cable knit jumpers made it commercial. There was a gold leaf effect on a two piece suit which was rather luxurious however some could think it was a bit over the top. Overall the collection was consistent and flowed beautifully with bold splashed of colour and texture.



Words by Sannita

Nicolas Andreas Taralis

Opening with a floor sweeping black coat over a near sheer skirt the show got off to a good start, continuing the military-cum-utility style jackets. Tuxedo style jackets were worn over sheer soft knit that had trailing hems, subtle dip dye and sat well under across the body straps and asymmetric jackets. Oriental themes were worked through the show with kimono style sleeves and structured necks made of quilted strips of fabric. The ulitiy themes were obvious with waxed fabrics making up layered capes and flashes of painted metal poppers. Within the collection were androgynous elements including the severe hair styles and drop crotch trousers. Menswear was shown and men wore trench coats, dropped and twisted crotch trousers, buckled at the side and draped artfully. Silver grey appeared in unhemmed light dresses. Scraggly hems were favoured with cotton dripping from sleeve seams and the bottom of dresses finding themselves dirtied on the dusty floor.

The collection mixed the three themes effectively and the collection was consistent and wearable. 

Words by Jemima Daisy

Photos by Sannita

Limi Feu

The collection began artfully with a Parisian feel, monochrome separates, shift dresses and cute, chic collars on black tea dresses rolled down the catwalk accessorised with berets and velvet turbanettes. Waists were bunched and elasticated and this continued through the show in oversized gathered pockets and legs on baggy, low crotched trousers. Mixing femininity with androgyny models worn highwaisted feminine pencil skirts and pussy bow blouses with severe braces as well as low waisted tapered trousers. Neck lines varied from high structured turtle necks to lower V necks. A favourite piece was a satin jumpsuit with pearl chains hanging from around the neck and waist. There were many outstanding pieces in this collection but the theme seemed to get lost part way through – the feminine chic transformed into trench coats and baggy oversized jackets in the style of trousers with pockets halfway up the back and belt hoops on the shoulder. Underwear worked into the collection with bustiers, lace up skirts and jackets and corsets were worn over bunchy white fabric. Outerwear was varied but gorgeous - with large buttons, interesting structure and subtle texture. Cocoon and bubble coats as well as cape shapes were a favourite!

There were many beautiful and stylish pieces in this collection but it was a little inconsistent.

Word by Jemima Daisy 

Luis Buchinho

The collection took the audience through the streets of Portugal with a sophisticated, patriotic muse. The mosaic prints teamed with geometric panels flattered and added shape, often though we saw soft shift dresses hanging loosely as well as t-shirt maxis, pleated and billowing at the back. Outfits featured peplum like rectangular panels hanging away from the body and creating structure, complimenting the mosiaic print and patchwork panels. Colour blocking was featured widely throughout jumpsuits and dresses and some were split almost jester like. Outwear also featured the flap panels and jacket lapels tapered into a V shape as did the waist band of shorts adding a feaminine sexy touch. Textures were varied from satin to nylon, chunky knit, textured wool coats and shaggy sheep skin. Staying within the signature Luis Buchinho style this collection featured the favoured nautical colours of white, gray, blue and black. Another gorgeous collection from Luis Buchinho. Can’t wait to see some more in Portugal!!


Word by Jemima Daisy

Photos by Sannita


Moi

Me - Coat: Asos Dress: Vintage Shoes: Topshop Hat: H&M Bag: Yves Saint Laurent