Posts Tagged ‘S/S 2012’

Fashion Philosophy Fashion Week Poland S/S 2012 in Łódź: Joanna Klimas

Joanna Klimas is a celebrity magnet, so her show on Saturday 29th October 2011 was a front row bonanza. Lots of interesting pleats and elegant tailoring featured in her highly saleable S/S 2012 collection.

Joanna Klimas S/S 2012 by Antonia Parker.
The stars were out in force for catwalk favourite Joanna Klimas; including daughter of an ex president Aleksandra Kwasniewska & Eurovision Dance Contest star …

Fashion Philosophy Fashion Week Poland S/S 2012 in Łódź: Lukasz Jemiol

Lukasz Jemiol showed on Saturday 29th October 2011 on the main catwalk. With plenty of swishing fringes, copious draped tailoring and bouncy hair.

Lukasz Jemiol S/S 2012 by Joe Cruz.
There was another packed show for Lukasz Jemiol, who looked to native american and cowboy influences for his S/S 2012 collection. This meant plenty …

Fashion Philosophy Fashion Week Poland S/S 2012 in Łódź: Zuo Corp

Zuo Corp presented a slick collection on Saturday 28th October 2011, featuring sculptural tailoring, pan collars, neoprene and glamourous up dos for hair.

Zuo Corp S/S 2011 by Antonia Parker.
Zuo Corp used a disturbing soundtrack that featured clanging bells and what sounded like screaming monkeys. It was an odd accompaniment to a collection …

Fashion Philosophy Fashion Week Poland Off Out Of Schedule S/S 2012 in Łódź: Dominika Naziebly

Dominika Naziebly presented Cold Summer as part of the Off Out Of Schedule shows on Saturday 29th October 2011. Eco fashion at its best!

Dominika Naziebly by Rebecca Higgins.
Having won the Golden Thread Awards earlier this year, Dominika Naziebly stepped up to the mark with another beautiful ethically produced collection that used eco fabrics …

Fashion Philosophy Fashion Week Poland Off Out Of Schedule S/S 2012 in Łódź: Jacek Klosinski - Hyakinth

Jacek Klosinski's Hyakinth collection for men was shown on the Off Schedule catwalk on Saturday 29th October 2011. A small but accomplished range of menswear with intricate detailing and fine accessories.

Jacek Klosinski S/S 2012 by Mateusz Napieralski.
Jacek Klosinski presented his Hyakinth clothing range for men first thing on Saturday morning. Models wore their wet look hair long over their deathly pallid …

Fashion Philosophy Fashion Week Poland S/S 2012 in Łódź: Wiola Wolczynska, Aleksandra Kmiecik, Michal Szulc

Polish designers Wiola Wolczynska, Aleksandra Kmiecik and Michal Szulc all showed their collections on Friday 28th October 2011. Featuring plenty of draped jersey and slouchy tailoring... with the odd bit of creative sparkle thrown in.

Wiola Wolczynska S/S 2012. All photography by Amelia Gregory.
Wiola Wolczynska, Aleksandra Kmiecik and Michal Szulc showed on the main catwalk on Friday afternoon; here’s what I thought of each show.

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Scandinavian womenswear designer Eyglo: New S/S 2012 Season Presentation Preview and Interview

S/S 2012 sees the sixth collection from Icelandic-based label, Eglyo. I caught up with designer Eyglo Magret Larusdottir to discuss the new collection and future plans for boutique collective, Kiosk.

Eyglo S/S 2012 by Aysim Genc.


Eyglo Magret has been designing clothes since the age of 17. Graduating from the Iceland Academy of Arts in 2005 with a degree in Fashion …

Fashion Philosophy Fashion Week Poland S/S 2012 in Łódź: Poitr Drzal

Refined sportswear and elegant plastic dresses were the order of the day from Poitr Drzal, showing on Friday 28th October 2011 at Fashion Week Poland.

Poitr Drzal S/S 2012. All photography by Amelia Gregory.
For S/S 2012 Poitr Drzal was obsessed with a strong shade of bluebell, which was worn in combination with an acid lime …

Miriam Lehle of Prose Studio: New S/S 2012 Season Presentation Preview and Interview

Prose Studio showcased their S/S 2012 collection on the stands at London Fashion Week, so it was a great chance to check out the lovely designs of Miriam Lehle in the fabric, so to speak.

Prose SS 2012 by Marta Spendowska.
I was very surprised and pleased to encounter German designer Miriam Lehle of Prose Studio at the stands during London Fashion Week in September. You …

Fashion Philosophy Fashion Week Poland Off Out Of Schedule S/S 2012 in Łódź: Lukasz Stachowicz

Lukasz Stachowicz titled his show Robinson in a nod to his back to nature inspiration. A fabulous collection with imaginative staging, shown on Friday 28th October 2011.

Lukasz Stachowicz S/S 2012 by Joanne Oatts.
Kraków based Lukasz Stachowicz showed a real winner of a collection: presented in an intriguing manner that culminated in a staged tableau. Titled …

Fashion Philosophy Fashion Week Poland S/S 2012 in Łódź: An Introduction

Last week I attended the fourth edition of Fashion Week Poland in the industrial city of Lodz. It was a good chance to catch up with favourite designers from last season as well as scouting out some new talent.

Fashion Week Poland S/S 2012. International press on the front row, all photography by Amelia Gregory.
Last week I returned to Łódź in Poland for my second dose of Fashion Philosophy …

Flik Hall: New S/S 2012 Season Presentation Preview and Interview

Thursday 20th October saw the presentation of Flik Hall’s S/S 2012 collection at Vyner Street Gallery, East London. The event delivered a show-stopping collection, with Flik shifting from AW’s sharp style to a more romanticised feel for the new season. 

Flik Hall S/S 2012 by Milly Jackson.
 
Flik Hall is becoming a bit of a regular here at Amelia’s, and is it any wonder when the Central Saint Martins graduate continues …

Lu Flux introduces Sea and Be Seen A/W 2011 and A-Lu-Ha S/S 2012 collections

Lu Flux produced her jewel coloured A/W 2011 collection in collaboration with Shetland wool brokers Jamieson & Smith. For this season she returned to patchwork, inspired by Hawaii Hour on her local Isle of Wight radio.

Lu Flux S/S 2012 by Antonia Parker.
This year Lu Flux decided to show in the main exhibition area of London Fashion Week, away from Estethica for the first time. I …

Martina Spetlova: New S/S 2012 Season Interview

A catch up interview with one of the most interesting eco designers working today: Martina Spetlova talks fish leather, chemistry and teaching in Poland.

Martina Spetlova S/S 2012 by Shauna Tranter.
Eco designer Martina Spetlova first caught my eye when I was putting together Amelia’s Compendium of Fashion Illustration last year. She has an inimitable …

An interview with Accessory Designer Hope Von Joel from Eye of the World Designs

Hope Von Joel is a fashion editor and stylist who set out to create an accessories collection from wood, with partner and woodcraft expert Liam Motyer. The result was Eye of the World Designs.

Eye of the World S/S 2012 collection by Milly Jackson.
Hope Von Joel is a multi-talented knitwear designer, stylist, fashion editor and accessories designer. But just how does she do it …

Simon Ekrelius: New S/S 2012 Season Interview

Swedish designer Simon Ekrelius first caught our eye back in S/S 2011. Since then he's been showing all over the world and busily refining his futuristic vision. Let's catch up...

Simon Ekrelius S/S 2012 by Natalia Nazimek.
Simon Ekrelius has been slowly building a reputation for his futuristic yet feminine style. Here’s a peek into his new S/S 2012 collection Bar-Red, …

London Fashion Week S/S 2012 Presentation Review: Tata Naka

Georgian twins Tata Naka presented their new collection in the Portico Rooms of Somerset House on Tuesday 21st September 2011. Inspired by Pina Bausch, East Coast 50s style and featuring bright resort prints, this was as much fun as ever.

Taka Nata S/S 2012 by Alison Day.
Turning up to the Tata Naka presentation I had very little idea of what to expect but I had been most intrigued by their …

London Fashion Week S/S 2012 Menswear Day Catwalk Review: Ones to Watch Baartmans and Siegel

The Dust Drifters collection by Baartmans and Siegel was a beautiful show of modern craftsmanship. Shown as part of Ones to Watch on Wednesday 21st September 2011 at Fashion Scout.

Baartmans and Siegel S/S 2012 by Barb Royal.
Baartmans and Siegel are already making waves in menswear land: the upcoming brand is stocked by Harrods. A look at their S/S 2012 …

London Fashion Week S/S 2012 Menswear Day Catwalk Review: Ones to Watch Posthuman Wardrobe

Posthuman Wardrobe designer Nimesha Gadhia is a pharmaceutical scientist turned Saville Row trained tailor who intellectualises his design choices. Showing with Ones to Watch menswear at Fashion Scout on Wednesday 21st September 2011.

Posthuman Wardrobe S/S 2012 by HoBoJoBo.
Driven by a desire to offer clothing that is rich with intellectual analysis as well as aesthetics, Posthuman Wardrobe delivered a thoroughly summery collection for …