London Fashion Week 2019: Style in our everyday wardrobe

THE BEST DAILY LOOKS OF LONDON FASHION WEEK

London Fashion Week presented elegant styles that are wearable in your everyday wardrobe. Below are some highlights from Roland Mouret, Burberry and Vivienne Westwood.

These are our top picks from Roland Mouret’s collection. The dynamic patterns and colors of this ultrachic long coat will brighten up any look while adding an element of elegance from denim to evening wear. While Roland Mouret is finally delving into menswear (we’ve been waiting for this moment!) the black long coat is a great unisex addition to anyone’s closet, especially in this age of oversized man-tailored womenswear. Lastly, this stunning jacket will catch everyone’s eye. The beautifully classic combination of red and black coupled with impeccable draping never ceases to create a fresh look each season.

Burberry has always presented classically elegant designs in their collections and these two examples showcase the timeless and daily wearability of the brand. Their classic double breasted trench coat is a basic “must have” and is fresh season-after-season with cool design elements such as iridescent luxe fabrics. The incorporation of texturized pastel fabrics in an always sexy pencil skirt will light up any wardrobe.

Vivienne Westwood did not disappoint this season with staple pinstripes and plaid patterns adorning oversized and double breasted jackets as seen here. Not only do all of these elements work together to keep this brand on trend, they do so while maintaining a level of maturity and luxury - with a true Vivienne Westwood edge.

New York Fashion Week 2019 Day-7: Beautiful People

Inclusivity is the New black

Being the mother of two delicious and quirky little boys who are still young enough to be uninhibited, yet aware enough to feel the sting of not always fitting in, it is comforting to see that people of all differences are increasingly being included on the previously unforgiving runways of NYFW. Sending a big thanks to Chromat, Kim Shui, Tadashi Shoji, 11 HONORE, Prabal Grung and Rebecca Minkoff who showcased their collections on these beauties… And looking forward to seeing more diversity (both visible and not) during fashion week in the seasons to come. Happy Valentine’s Day❣️

New York Fashion Week 2019 Day-5: Maxi Dresses

Beautiful Maxi Dresses Continue to Stun

Colorful maxi dresses by Carolina Herrera and Zimmerman were the highlight of Day 5 shows. Models caught everyone’s attention as they walked the runway in these elegantly flowing gowns. These dresses are first on my list for clients!

New York Fashion Week 2019 Day-4: Prabal Gurung

An outstanding collection by Prabal Gurung

Prabal Gurung incorporated various outwear textiles throughout his 70's Asian inspired 2019 F/W collection. From evening gowns to voluminous layers there was a unifying explosion of colors, textures and lavish materials flowing down the runway.

What Would She Wear?

Many celebrities have a very distinct style. Here we have taken looks from the New York Pre-Fall 2018 shows and paired them with the perfect celebrity. 

Carolina Herrera | Lily Collins

Elie Saab | Charlize Theron

Oscar de la Renta | Millie Bobby Brown

Versace | Michelle Pfeiffer

Pamella Roland | Rihanna

La Perla | Nicole Kidman

Paris Fashion Week: A Muddy Palette

Designers took earth-tones to the runway as Paris Fashion Week is showing a color palette of muddy browns, tans, greys and greens. Balmain, Vivienne Westwood, Céline and Stella McCartney are a noticeable few painting the runway with neutral hues.

Inspired by grunge band Nirvana, the Balmain collection varied in shades of brown, tan, gold and orange, featuring embellished alligator vests, zebra-printed dresses, and thigh-high snakeskin boots. Designer Oliver Rousteing explained, "They’ve embarked on the perfect road trip, picking up influence while traveling across the globe’s most awe-inspiring landscapes – the Serengeti, the Far West, Amazonia."

Husband and creative director of Vivienne Westwood, Andreas Kronthaler announced his 75-year-old wife would walk the Paris runway. The Fall 2017 collection, a mix of signature Vivienne Westwood and Viennese Modernism, featured bold paint-spattered prints, marionette inspired makeup and hair styled with plastic bags and colored extensions.

Céline guests watched the show from rotating bleachers as models walked laps on the runway. Embodying an "as-the-world-turns" message, models accessorized with suitcases, carried travel blankets and wore map-printed overcoats.

Animal-rights activist, Stella McCartney debuted her cruelty-free Fall collection featuring indistinguishable "skin-free skin" fabrics with equestrian-inspired suede mini dresses, leather trousers and quilted jackets. The show payed tribute to singer George Michael as models lip-synced "Faith" in the show finale. 

Milan Fashion Week: Patterns Turn Political

Milan Fashion Week turned political as designers used the runway to spread a message of equality and inclusion. Prada, Missoni, Versace and Stella Jean were a noticeable few sharing their voice through empowering collections. 

Designer, Miuccia Prada explains, “I don’t want to be political. Not officially political." She laughs, “I have to sneak it in". The ready-to-wear Prada collection expressed inspiration from the powerful styles of women in past eras with hints of 50's sweaters, 60's flared skirts and 70s patchwork.

Designer, Angela Missoni provided guests with a cat-earred beanie in support of the Women's March. Among the Missoni brand's signature graphic patterns were sweaters showing messages of inclusion for organizations and campaigns such as ACT UP, AIDS Coalition, and free-the-nipple associated with women's rights.

Donatella Versace made her stance on women's rights unignorable. Under the strong pantsuits and pencil skirts, models wore sheer black slips with the words equality, love and loyalty embroidered in. Versace left no confusion in her message with the addition of beanie hats and scarves that read in bold lettering UNIFIED, COURAGE, and POWER.

The Stella Jean collection channeled the unambiguous relationship between the United States and Russia during the Cold War. Stella Jean's attitude towards the current political state is expressed through the combination of signature styles of both Russian and American cultures. The collection plays on babushkas, victorian-style laced boots and the clashing of mixed prints.

London Fashion Week: Hues of Blue

Shades of blue drowned the London Fashion Week runway. Burberry and Roland Mouret were two favorite designers integrating the crisp hue into their seasonal color palette. 

Inspired by a British sculptor Henry Moore, chief creative officer Christopher Bailey designed Burberry's guest invitations to be written on light stones to enhance the aesthetic of the Spring 2017 collection. Signature looks included navy stripes, white lace and a twist on classic sophistication. Burberry's first see-now, buy-now show allowed guests to shop looks in all stores immediately after viewing the collection on the runway.

The Fall 2017 Roland Mouret collection extended past the traditional feminine silhouette to embrace the variety of women's body types. Designer Roland Mouret incorporated a variation of fabrics to create a sense of diversity. The combination of knits, fabrics, hues, patchwork and detailing left guests eager to pre-order looks straight from the runway. 

NYFW Day 7: Feathers and Fringes

Designers took texture to the New York runway for Day 7. Thom Browne, Bibhu Mohapatra, Michael Kors and Marchesa added definition to their designs through plumes, tassels, embellishments and fringe.

The Thom Browne collection featured touch-sensitive ensembles designed with a variety of fabrics, furs, ribbons and fringes. Browne designed the collection to replicate a frozen pond, styling models with platform heels inspired by the look of an ice-skate.

The Fall/Winter Bibhu Mohapatra collection highlighted Mohapatra's love for the traditional feminine silhouette and dramatic evening gowns. His nude chiffon gown covered with intricate beading and ostrich feathers emphasized the romantic aesthetic of the collection. 

Aside from the outstanding number of well-known models, Michael Kors invited individuals of varied shapes and sizes to walk in his show. The collection itself was diverse featuring leopard dresses, traditional pant suits, fur overcoats and fringe-covered evening wear.

The Fall/Winter Marchesa collection featured color and texture this season. Inspired by Old Shanghai glamour, designers Keren Craig and Georgina Chapman constructed bold evening gowns with layered chiffon, draping bows, bright tassels and colored plumes.

NYFW Day 6: Enchanting Ensembles

In the spirit of Valentine's Day, designers showcased their own vision of modern romance through these captivating gowns. Carmen Marc Valvo, Alice and Olivia, Badgley Mischka and Naeem Khan were a few who embraced the spirit of the holiday. 

Inspired by the Costa Rican sunset, Carmen Marc Valvo designed his evening-wear collection with vivid shades of violet, orange, and fuchsia transforming earth-tone hues to represent the disappearing of light into the horizon. Valvo showcased the collection by projecting images of a live photoshoot onto the walls for guests to view. 

After being introduced to Salman Rushdie's novel, "The Enchantress of Florence", designer Stacey Bendet was inspired by the narrative to create the Alice and Olivia Fall/Winter collection. Among the Renaissance-inspired gowns, bold textures, and statement prints, the show revealed combined elements of the novel's historic settings, Florence and the Indian Empire.

Designers, Mark Badgley and James Mischka expressed that the Badgley Mischka brand stands for "glamour and fantasy" despite the occasion. This theme is recognizable on the shared runway with both the evening-gown collection and introduction to their formal ready-to-wear line. 

Closing the show with a recording of poem "Human Family" by Maya Angelou, the Naeem Khan collection aired a theme of "beauty in diversity". Khan effortlessly weaved alluring leopard-printed gowns, floral overcoats, and sequin fringed boots into his Fall/Winter Collection.

NYFW Day 5: Contrasting Hues

Bright whites and dark hues dominated the New York Fashion Week runway on Tuesday. Contrasting designs by Oscar de la Renta, Proenza Schouler, Lela Rose and Zimmermann were some  noticeable impressions.

Oscar de la Renta designers Laura Kim and Fernando Garcia debuted the Fall/Winter collection aside their own growing label, Monse. The de La Renta collection featured bold monochromatic pieces, classic silhouettes and traditional cigarette pants.

The Lela Rose collection aired a sense of "lightness" with pastel hues, feminine silhouettes and her signature floral prints.

The Proenza Schouler collection featured cut-out dresses layered with leather, chiffon and knit fabrics. The brand showed a sophisticated edge through leather D-ring belts, fur-lined overcoats and the pairings of graffiti-printed tees with classic ankle-length pleated skirts.

Designer of Zimmermann, Nicky Zimmermann, discovered vintage photographs of female university students playing cricket after the World War I era and was inspired by the strength and delicacy of women in the 1920's. Drawing from that inspiration Zimmermann's collection showcased oversized pinstripe suits, lace flounced dresses and tall leather boots. 

NYFW Day 4: The New Pantsuit

Designers are breaking boundaries by reconstructing the traditional business suit to fit individual style and personality. Prabal Gurung, Altuzarra, Victoria Beckham and Verdad are a noticeable few giving business formal a new definition.

The Prabal Gurung collection inevitably made a statement transforming classic oversized sweaters, blazers and dresses using unconventional textures, statement prints and bold fabrics. Rather than displaying these pieces in his finale, the models walked the runway in political slogan tees reading "I am an immigrant" and "Revolution has no borders". Gurung also used his platform to break boundaries in the fashion industry by inviting size 4 models to walk in his show. 

Designer of Altuzarra, Joseph Altuzarra, conveyed the inspiration for his Fall/Winter collection drew from the brand's "complex" clients. Fighting traditional trends while keeping a sense of modernity, the collection features color-blocking looks, military lace-up boots, velvet pantsuits and colonial-inspired overcoats.

The 2017 Fall/Winter Victoria Beckham collection is the epitome of the new pantsuit. "I've never really worn a blazer with a skirt" said designer Victoria Beckham when explaining her creative process. The collection featured oversized blazers paired with collared sheer dress shirts, long chiffon skirts and slouchy boots for a "relaxed" take on business formal. 

When designing his Fall/Winter collection, designer Louis Verdad believed "The vision for fashion is more relaxed". The Verdad day-time collection of oversized pants, sweaters and overcoats followed a palette of navy, sunflower yellow, and neutral hues.

NYFW Day 3: Opt for an Overcoat

Designers are transforming the traditional overcoat into the accessory of the season. Alexander Wang, Son Jung Wan, Taoray Wang and Georgine are bringing fur, leather, suede and knit jackets to the New York Fashion Week runway.

Alexander Wang, known for staging his shows in unconventional venues, showed his collection at the historic 1900’s graffiti-filled RKO Hamilton Theater in Harlem. The almost all-black collection featured street-style inspired suits transitioning into stretch denim pants,  high-waisted shorts and embellished leather jackets. Many of Wang’s looks played on the oversized printed blazer to be featured as a trench coat.

Son Jung Wan’s Fall/Winter collection featured exaggerated silhouettes in bold combinations of printed and textured fabrics. Inspired by music and style icons of the 80’s, Wan embraced layers of heavy furs and velvets to add a sense of dramatics to the runway.

Inspired by a modern twist of the last imperial Chinese dynasty, the Fall/Winter Taoray Wang collection aired elements of both sensuality and sophistication. A unique twist of delicate lace under military-style jackets, Wang’s collection met the expectations of her worldly female clients.

With a color palette of dark violet, military green and black, Georgine’s Fall/Winter collection featured metallic fabrics, leopard print, fur and a taste for rock-n-roll. Designer, Georgine Ratelband's inspiration reigned from the idea of “permanent hotel dwellers, those glamorous creatures who have called the world’s most interesting properties home”.

NYFW Day 2: Mad for Monochromatic

Designers are experimenting with one color from head to toe this season. Calvin Klein, Pamella Roland, Cushnie et Ochs, LANYU and Jason Wu are a few of many designers pigmenting the runway with bold hues.

Raf Simons, Chief Creative Officer for Calvin Klein, explained the collection was inspired by both the diversity and strength of America. The designs were individually contradictory, but complimentary as a whole, with the use of bold hues and color-blocking.

Pamella DeVos, of Pamella Roland, designed the Fall 2017 collection around her love for darker jewel toned colors including garnet, berry, wine and aubergine. Inspired by American painter Mark Rothko, and his use of colors, DeVos was eager to create a fluid and artistic story on the 2017 NYFW runway. 

The Fall 2017 Cushnie et Ochs collection aired sophistication and elegance through clean cut designs, simple silhouettes and a colorful palette. Designers Carly Cushnie and Michelle Ochs created the brand nine years ago and continue to design strong and daring, yet upscale, jump suits and body con dresses for women.

The LANYU Fall/Winter 2017 collection drew inspiration from designer, Lan Yu's, own childhood memories of her mother's hometown of Suzhou. Influenced by the city's architecture, canals and natural serenity, the collection features hues of soothing mint and sky pink evolving into darker earth tones. 

Celebrating his brand's 10th anniversary, Jason Wu's collection reflected confidence and stability through elegant cocktail attire, modern pantsuits and formal daywear. Wu showed a daring red monochromatic look -- a stark contrast to the remainder of his neutral colored Fall/Winter collection.