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LFW: VIN + OMI SS16

I've just finished my first set of lectures (whilst being incredibly hungover) and I've finally got time to post about one of my favourite shows of London Fashion Week.

Entitled 'FUTUREWOOD', Vin + Omi's SS16 collection broke away from the influence of the cyber-world and took it's inspiration from nature. With prints of tree bark, textured frills on sleeves and a dress made entirely of acrylic nails, the show was a captivating take on up-scaling materials.

I was somehow on the front-row so I managed to get some really good pictures (I think they're good, others may not agree haha).

Playing with materials such as leather and latex, the collection featured 'Rising Sun' inspired prints and form fitting silhouettes.

The collection also featured complex spirals of wood-based materials attached to the models heads whilst jewellery was used to enhance the shapes of the clothing.

Asymmetrical lines, cut-outs and pleats also gave particular pieces unusual shapes that flowed beautifully whilst the models walked.

Peace and Blessings,

Andre

LFW: STEVENTAI SS16

London Fashion Week has been amazing so far; I've had the opportunity to write for WJLondon after previously working for them during London Collections: Men. It has meant that I've been able to see some stunning presentations and runways and the Steventai SS16 presentation at the Elms Lesters Painting Rooms has been one of my favourites so far.

Set in a narrow room with a glass ceiling, the venue was transformed into a classroom complete with desks, a chalkboard and pictures of students with large, circle frame glasses.

The soft pastel tones created an aura of nostalgia and would have fit in perfectly with a Wes Anderson film. The collection was heavy in candy coloured ruffles, sheer organza in navy and detailed appliqués which were paired with the sweets and paper cut-outs on the models desk.

All images were taken by me :) - @andredevb

Peace and Blessings,

Andre

RAF SIMONS X ADIDAS SS15

The next instalment of Raf Simons collaboration with Adidas is nearly here. Guess who's put in for overtime at work.

The colour matches in this collection are fresh and vibrant, perfect for summer. This is a big step up from the AW14 pack that was much darker and did not have a large variation in colourway (the highlight being the bunny boots).

The all black and the all white sneakers above are the my personal favourite. The monochrome highlights the shape, being the perfect addition to any "street-lux" outfit.

Peace and Blessings,

Andre

BRAND WATCH: LAZY OAF

Fun characters, bold colours and graphic prints, Lazy Oaf is one of the most exciting London fashion brands out there. Featuring tongue-in-cheek text and eye-catching patterns, many of the designs are sure to appeal to the young and the fearless.

The clothes are versatile enough to be worn pretty much everywhere, being perfect for standing out in a club and then looking good when getting home the next morning.

Head over to lazyoaf.com to check out there womenswear, menswear and accessories.

Peace and Blessings,

Andre

LCM14: PART 1

So post on the LCM are coming at you a bit late, apparently looking for flats and other adult things take up a lot of time.

Joseph SS15 -this collection host the perfect mix of trends: monochromatic outfits alongside khaki colours and army inspired patterns and, summery oranges that aren't too bright and won't make everyone run away from you.

Christopher Raeburn SS15 - More oranges mixed with neutral colours; what stands out here is the mixture of materials of similar colours such as, the layering of different shades of grey. My personal favourites are the almost sheer jackets with the orange and grey underneath.

Christopher Kane SS15 - Christopher Kane's previews always make me so happy, and this collection has cemented the brand as one of my favourite. Everything is very well structured, the shape of the clothes and how the sleeves of the t-shirts stay in perfect place. We see more orange and monochrome, but also very bright spring colours like the lime green trousers above.

Peace and Blessings,
Andre

EVENT: CFDA Awards 2014

Here's a quick post detailing my favourite looks from the 2014 CFDA Awards. Above we see the Olsen Twins pulling of another "we put no effort into this but we still look better than you" look. Marion Cotillard wears something simple and chic, which makes it all the more stylish. And then there's Rihanna, her nude outfit has already grabbed headlines, which is really what she does best.

Here we have my two future baby-daddies. Thom Browne and Tom Ford, wearing their own designs obviously. Thom Browne makes it look like suits are meant to be worn with shorts.

And here we have the mother of the Earth Naomi Campbell, and Coco "check your lipstick colour" Rocha, I wonder if they said hello to each other...

Peace and Blessings,

Andre

STYLE FILE: BEST DRESSED OF 2014 SO FAR

Another quick post before I barracade myself in the library, I thought I'd look at some of the style transforamtions we've seen so far this year.

Firstly, Colton Haynes; as the new face of Nicola Formichetti's Diesel Colton has been seen decked out in studded leather and denim jackets, which are a big break from his usually subtle style. However, he still knows how to kill it in a suit though, as he's often seen in Emporio and Giorgio Armani. Biggest style hit: his impeccable choice of shoes and boots, he pulls off brown boots so effortlessly.

Next up is Nicki Minaj, probably the biggest and least expected style change of the year, and she looks GOOD. Recently her colour comes in the form of subtle patterns and accessories rather than her wigs. We've seen her ditch the pink (for now) and choose clothing that shows of her killer body, whilst still staying 100% 'classy'.

And lastly Rihanna. I was a bit sceptical of her receiving the CFDA Fashion Icon Award, but this year she's shown why. No words other than beautiful really. Great choices of colour and accessories, and always the perfect fit.

Peace and Blessings,

Andre

MOSCHINO MEN'S FW14

Jeremy Scott has unveiled a preview for the FW14 Moschino Men's collection and I couldn't be happier; I was genuinely considering buying some of the women's collection if the men's wasn't as good, thankfully it is.

Jeremy Scott's aim seems to be to make Moschino the must have thing. The heavy branding on the clothing is a genius way to reignite the companies fire, especially when we see celebrities such as Nicki Minaj and Katy Perry decked out in clothes with the Moschino logo in massive letters, and now we'll probably see male celebrities rocking the style as well.

The men's collection delivers the same fun, 90's style as the women's and adds masculine features to it such as crew necks and longer fits. I will fight tooth and nail to get that Spongebob jumper and work so much overtime to be able to buy those boots.

Peace and Blessings,

Andre

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