Matthew Williamson ready-to-wear autumn/winter 2013-2014

   Matthew Williamson's ready-to-wear autumn/winter collection for 2013-2014 is a brilliant contrast between the returning trend monochrome and some bright summer colours.

   The collection uses striped fabric to create a skirt suit set, a range of slim fitting trouser suits are also created using lime and violet colours, the sets are well fitting to the warmer months.
Matthew Williamson has designed many casual items that can be used in a range of combinations to create a wardrobe that is suitable throughout the spring and summer, with floral print being a large influence on the range. Williamson has created floral smart wear with small collars and floral inspired knit wear.

   The roots of the range seem to be within aztec trends, used with textured layers, a fringed necklace is worn and it is combined with a crisp white suit. The summer items mainly consist of light fabric maxi dresses that use colours inspired by the toxic colouring of the Northern Lights, this is reflected by the two toned fringing over a cosmic printed high neck maxi dress.

Matthew said that: "The idea was to move the silhouette on, to look loose, move away from form-fitted and to be relaxed." The collection certainly performs whatever the occasion.
The collection is available to view here.


 

Rihanna's River Island collection at London Fashion Week 2013

Last summer it was announced that pop star Rihanna would design a fashion range for River Island, and the collection has finally been released at London Fashion Week 2013.

The collection is designed for spring/summer and features swimwear and holiday poolside lounge wear.

The daytime dresses are designed with a modern-day woman in mind, the fabric is light, brightly coloured and seeks inspiration from classic wrap dresses.

The casual wear for the collection shows dominant highlights from Rihannas latest favourite fashion trend, 90's grunge revival. Consisting of fishnet skirts and shirts, opaque maxi dresses, and baseball jackets.

I personally see the collection as a mixture of all popular trends from 2010 onwards, boyish inspired clothe, double denim and slouchy lounge wear.

The collection is available online and in-store from March 5, and it is likely that it will sell fast due to the singer's fame.

Some pieces of the collection are available to view here.

Valentino Crystal Collection - Rockstud Naked

Valentino's 2013 spring collection has revealed a new accessories range with a twist.

The new range of bags, named Rockstud Naked are made from clear pvc and golden studs. 

The shoes from the collection are made from a combination of calfskin and clear pvc to create the crystal effect.

The Rockstud Crystal collection comes after the Rockstud Noir collection last autumn/winter.






With prices ranging from £590.00-£1430.00, it is widely affordable.

The collection is available to view and purchase here.

British Miss Vogue to be launched

Vogue has announced that it will be releasing its first ever Miss Vogue issue on May 6, which will run alongside the June copy of Vogue.
The issue will come with June edition of Vogue free of charge.

Beauty review: Benefit That Gal primer

'That Gal' primer is £21.50 and is available from benefit.com. The primer claims to highlight skin and correct dull, yellows skin tones, it does so through its shimmery pink colour. The thin texture feels nice on the skin and has a pleasant smell, although the primer is shimmery doesn't make the skin so, it simple it leaves the skin looking refreshed. The primer creates a nice base for foundation and helps it to stay in place, and it also makes it easier to apply. I used it with my Maybelline dream matte mousse foundation in cameo. Although you can get cheaper primers, I think that this product is worth the money as you need less than a pea sized amount for one use.

I would give the product an overall 4/5

John Galliano's fashion comeback

John Galliano has confirmed that after 2 years, he will be returning to the fashion industry.

Galliano is taking a temporary residency in Oscar de la Renta's New York studio. The designer was fired from the luxury brand Dior in 2011 after making anti-Semitic remarks in a Paris cafe.

The designer has not had a complete break from fashion, he designed Kate Moss' wedding dress in July 2011 and has been named as the new creative director of Schiaparelli. The brand John Galliano has also continued to release collections 

Vogue reported that Galliano "has worked long and hard on his recovery", after Galliano admitted to WWD  "I am an alcoholic." de la Renta has known Galliano for many years, admires his work and is more than happy to be offering him such a vast opportunity.

 
  The designer has deeply expressed his sympathy "I said and did things which hurt others, especially members of the Jewish community. I have expressed my sorrow privately and publicly for the pain which I caused, and I continue to do so. I remain committed to making amends to those I have hurt." Vogue reported.

Photoshoot and Fashion spread

It's been a while since I posted anything, I have been back at university with loads of deadlines, I also designed several Christmas/New Year nail patterns but was ill over the festive season. However here's a look at what I've been getting up to at university.

I helped to style, shoot and edit the photos we then created a 6 page magazine spread. Our theme was 'Wish you were here', we decided to shoot this with ideas of British holidays and thoughts of missing someone.

 The photos are shot on Roker beach.