My favourite looks from LFW

Choosing your favourite looks from such an amazing variety of collections is possibly one of the hardest things a person with an extreme love of fashion and design can do. I have done just that, meticulously skimming through each of the best, most exciting and personally most successful collections shown at London Fashion Week this season, to create a list of my favourite looks.

Some collections were simply let down on accessories- fur hats wouldn't be first on my list to be teamed with a gorgeous fitted dress a la Temperley and the clumpiness of the mustard boots at Matthew Williamson, you couldn't help but feel were letting down the overall finish of most looks. They are however, not omitted- they were nonetheless, fantastic collections. 

I continually love Erdem and Jonathan Saunders. It's the mixture of colours, design technique/concept and overall femininity that I adore from both designers. 

It was unbearable to pick just one look from Marios Schwab- his collection this season has been hyped and excessively adored; it was absolutely breathtaking, completely beautiful and oozed feminine, glamorous sexiness. Yes, all of those things.

Paul Smith shone once again with the most wonderful tailored jackets, gorgeous staples and workwear I would covet for a lifetime. 

Burberry literally gave me goosebumps. I loved the cute animal jumpers and the rain drenched finale. Who says umbrellas indoors is bad luck?

And Topshop Unique, which I liked for the first time this season, surprised me with embellished mini dresses, platform stiletto ankle boots and the most gorgeous selection of outerwear. 

That said, I love each and every one of these looks, resonating once again, that London really is the creative hub for fashion with the freshest ideas and which is why it is so  profusely celebrated twice a year. 

So there you go, here's my mini round up of London. I will be continue to post my picks from all fashion weeks, Chanel for example, which I am tremendously excited about. 

You never can tell what's next for Karl.

Until then, I would love to hear your thoughts on London Fashion Week. Did it exceed your expectations? In a good or bad way? Do you agree with my choices?

Fire away.

Look 3

 Richard Nicoll
 

Look 10

Erdem

Look 10

Osman

Look 20

Matthew Williamson

Look 20

Roksanda Ilincic

Look 4

Temperley London

Look 4

Michael van der Ham 

Look 7

Peter Pilotto

Look 10

Marios Schwab

Look 15

Jonathan Saunders

Look 15

Giles

Look 15

Holly Fulton

Look 16

Paul Smith

 Look 16
Burberry Prorsum

Look 17

Christopher Kane

Look 18

Nicole Farhi

Look 20

David Koma

Look 21

Moschino Cheap & Chic

Look 26

Topshop Unique

Look 28

House of Holland

Look 29

Antonio Beradi

Look 29

McQ

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The Best Dressed of The Week: Golden Globes 2012

Claire Danes - Winner of Best Actress for her role in Television Drama Series Homeland
Simple and streamlined with effortless updo and black J. Mendel dress with sexy silver cut-out, Danes looked dazzling. She suits the dark smokey eye with classic red lip look and the dress was the perfect choice.

Tilda Swinton -  Winner of Best Actress in Motion Picture Drama We Need to Talk About Kevin

Queen of the elfin and avant-garde, Tilda's outfit by Haider Ackermann was my second favourite of the entire night. Pastel blue stands out against the red carpet, as well as her flawless, creamy skin and blonde crop swept to the side. Teamed with sheeny blue cropped sleeve jacket combined with her demure yet statuesque pose, creates a massively flattering and effective silhouette and of course, a huge statement. 

Kristen Wiig - Nominee for Best Actress in Motion Picture Comedy Bridesmaids  

I hadn't noticed it until I saw this picture, perhaps partly because I wasn't familiar with her prior to comedy smash hit Bridesmaids and she has recently dyed her hair dark brown, but Wiig is really beautiful. Here, she has that Californian vibe going on with tousled hair and minimal jewels- hooray for no diamonds- which I think makes this nude Bill Blass dress with pulled in waist with thigh-high slit, an absolute triumph. I'm now excited to see what she will be working next. 

Zooey Deschanel - Nominee for Best Actress in Comedy New Girl

Without a doubt the best look of the entire event, Zooey never fails to bring retro to the now and does so perfectly with this gorgeous neon green and black Prada gown. Her skin looks phenomenal against the mixture of light bead detailing on the dress, as well as the darkness of her eye make-up and 60's bouncy beehive hairstyle. I cannot say enough good things about it. 

Nicole Richie

Although I'm not exactly sure why she was in attendance, she certainly made the effort anyway and came out triumphant, as you can see from this sexy, clingy number by British designer Julien Macdonald. Simple yet very effective, this tank dress cut low at the back is sheer flawless elegance. The touch of silver and gold accessories finish the look and the beehive scooped-up ponytail hairdo is beautiful.

Lea Michele 

Others haven't been as complimentary of either her simple hairstyle or the skin tight Marchesa creation, but I think she looks smoking. The dazzling silver suits her brunette locks and olive skin. Although maybe it wouldn't have been quite as sexy if it wasn't for the cut-out detailing around the bust. Either way, I enjoy the slightly looser skirt which clings to her legs but falls to the floor and around her feet. She requires nothing more than an emerald green ring worn proudly on her finger (cue the hand on waist pose) as she works this dress really well. 

Dianna Argon

Dianna is absolutely gorgeous in general although I would have liked her to have looked less innocent in the face here- perhaps lose the smile and pay more attention on the eyes to really make them grab you. Nonetheless, the second member of the Glee club to be on my chosen line-up, was worked on with magic by Giles with this laser-cut dress made up of layers of scarlet red fabric from which begins at just above her collar bone before tumbling all the way down to the floor. She has the pale complexion that I think enables her to carry this daring colour off so well, of course teamed with classic red lip and effortless, almost unkempt hairdo. I love how you can see her skin peeking through the slight layers before the eyes are directed to the intricate workmanship and cutting detail scattered down and around her legs. Such a great dress.

And as for the boys... handsome or what?!

  Clive Owen                                              Jonah Hill                                                         Michael Fassbender

  Giorgio Armani                                         Simon Spurr - Nominee for                              Emporio Armani -

                                                                   Best Supporting Actor in                                 Nominee for Best Actor

                                                                   Motion Picture Moneyball                                 in Motion Picture Drama

                                                                                                                                           Shame

                                Gerald Butler having fun

                                Salvatore Ferragamo

Do you agree with my choices? Who stood out for you? Who did you think got it wrong?

What did you make of the men's choices?

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Current Obsession: Ana Beatriz Barros

Ana Beatriz Barros

29

 Brazil
elite
 

Victoria's Secret Angel

 Walked for: Christian Dior, Valentino, Giles...

Graced the covers of: ELLE Russia, Glamour Italy, VOGUE Portugal

Faced: Diesel, Chanel cosmetics, L'Oreal, Armani jeans, Fornarina  

Appeared in the Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Issue a massive 7 times

FHM #84 "100 Sexiest Women in the World"

2010 Pirelli calendar

Lingerie model for the famous Marks & Spencer ads


 It was seeing her captivating beauty and absolutely gorgeous features- bright, wide eyes, impressive cheekbones and full yet subtle lips- that caused me to be instantly attracted to her and fall in love with her. It took me about five minutes. Therefore, I just had to share with you, some of her amazing work. And my God has she been busy over the last 10 years. 
I know her as the face of M&S but she is rather famous for her swimwear/lingerie modelling and I think she can be easily transformed to the catwalk and high editorial work, as well as more commercial features and advertisements. 
Model chameleon if you will.


My favourite image has to be the one with the 
sheer mustard blouse and volumized hair.
Very 70s. 
 But which is yours?


What do you make of her? 

Do you enjoy her work?

Let's just see how long it will take you to fall in love with her...

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