London calling to the faraway towns [PART TWO]

So heres the continuation of my top picks from London Fashion Week...

Peter Pilotto is my first collection in this continued post, i read that Pilotto along with Christopher de Vos 'explored the decorated works of Spanish renaissance artists' for their autumn/winter 2013-14 collection and you can most definitely see that in the show. The appliqued coats and jackets were my particular favourites, abstract prints donned every surface and equally complex shapes added to the eye feast! The signature patterned puffa's made a welcome return again this season and the rich colour palate amongst the graphic prints only verified the designers innovation! 

Elegance is a word that springs to mind for the next collection from Mr Antonio Berardi, beginning with work wear then slipping effortlessly into a more evening wear vibe this collection is without fault. Razor sharp tailoring, a highly sophisticated colour story, lots of lovely capes, pleats, sheer cut outs and advanced shapes made this a collection to remember.

Now to talk about Louise Gray our fashion recycling heroine, she had plastic bag hair pieces, tins as earrings, duct tape bangles and even toilet roll featured, wacky it sounds and wacky it was but not in the monstrosity my description may have built up in your mind it was actually a lot better! The usual genius mix of textures, layers and innovative materials were involved as well as an uplifting colour palette some great prints, exceptional trousers and some structurally sound dresses a show of theatrical delights, the show also highlighted wearing rubbish is most definitely cool.

And finally on my whirlwind tour of LFW it's Tata Naka these identical twin sisters have been awarded The British Fashion Councils coveted New Generation Award at LFW a staggering 3 times in a row. So my meagre seal of approval will not do them justice but still i'll continue anyway. A fun and colourful presentation from the pair this season, the highlight for me were the sheer strips added to skirt, dress and trouser bottoms i felt they were rather funky, also masses of colour and print on top on one another, preppy american cheer outfits, abstract prints and some amazing wool wears, yep there was a lot contained in this one collection but it was maximalism at its funnest! 

Images sourced from vogue.com     

See you in MIlan!