What is happening in fashion and who is happening in fashion? The Fashion Edit has been hitting the pavement in stilettos to bring you the latest and greatest at London and Paris Fashion Weeks. With access to the brands and trends that are shaping our world, we invite you to come along as we explore the world of fashion visionaries and strut alongside today’s most prolific creators. Join Fashion Editor, Sophie Lin, as she pops in and out of shows throughout the electrifying city of London and fashion’s ground zero, Paris. Discover what is to come in the upcoming seasons and feel the buzzing excitement of the moment of creative inception.
AW21 Edeline Lee presents her collection as a short story, "Memory of a Dress" in collaboration with podcaster Paul Bae. Edeline comments: “We are all navigating the digital landscape right now, but my brand operates on a human-scale." This season is an experimentation with storytelling in digital mediums, positioning fashion back in the realm of a form of performance art.
Read MoreThe Beautiful People AW20 collection was inspired by a fusion of traditional European styles and modern urban fashion, with a focus on creating pieces that are both beautiful and functional. The designs were a mix of timeless classics, such as elegant coats and tailored suits, as well as more modern, edgy styles, such as oversized sweaters and statement pieces. The color palette was muted, with a focus on earthy tones, such as olive green, camel, and navy blue, which added a touch of sophistication to the pieces.
Read MoreThe Palais de Tokyo was the setting for an unforgettable fashion show as the Kristina Fidelskaya AW20 collection took the runway by storm. This season, the designer explored the themes of fluidity and fluidity, offering a range of stunning pieces that will leave you breathless.
Read MorePhillipe Perisse held his AW20 show at the famous Cabaret Madame Arthur in Montmartre during Paris Fashion Week. The designer brought his signature blend of glamour and innovation to the runway, showcasing a unisex collection that was both stylish and wearable.
Read MoreThis designer knows a woman’s desires before she even realizes them. I felt like I held my breath through most of the show. I was just in awe. As soon as I was finished gawking at the genius mix of patterns and texture I was completely blindsided by the luxuriant washes of gold.
Read MoreIn my head I had re-imagined the story of Great Expectations set in Barcelona. With a main character so bewitchingly beautiful that her garments had to be just so to keep up with her allure. A sheer floral embroidered gown floated through the hallway, hauntingly graceful.
Read MoreUpon arrival of the tented outdoor venue I couldn’t wait to see what Yanina had in store for this season. My philosophy in life has always been “…floating through life…” and this collection was a physical depiction of my inner most thought.
Read MoreIt was right around the time of this show during Paris Couture Week that I had begun to realize that aside from seeing couture fashion I have also had the best tour of foreign embassies in Paris. Montreal based Mexican born designer, Antonio Ortega, showed his AW19/20 couture collection on July 2nd at the Canadian Embassy. The venue was perfect.
Read MoreA beautiful ballerina transforms the Palais de Tokyo in Paris into a stage. With each twirl, she announces the commencement of the much anticipated Celia Kritharioti couture show. The energy in the room had been one of buzzing excitement for a good 30 minutes prior to this moment.
Read MoreYumi Katsura’s AW19/20 couture collection is a dream manifested into reality. Having dedicated her life to couture fashion, Japanese born Parisian designer opened her first bridal salon in Japan in 1964. She has since expanded to France, the US and the UK. Along the way, she became the first Asian to be a member of the Haute Couture of Camera Nazionale Della Moda Italiana.
Read MoreLes Invalides was hot. The air was unrelentingly heavy in this historic setting as the audience eagerly awaits for the show to begin. I make new friends with the two gorgeous attendees sitting next to me. Matthieu pulled out a beautiful fan and started fanning generously at his friend Ines.
Read MoreThe modern peacock, but this peacock lives in Ibiza. Swedish duo Lazoschmidl brings a quirky satire of social hierarchy onto the runway. Even their choice of venue was deliciously satirical. The low key intimidate venue of the Goethe Institute served as a befitting backdrop for this delicious collection.
Read MoreOne can easily emulate an “I’m with the band” vibe with a Magda Butrym rouched velvet dress. If I can have just one outfit from this collection I think I’d feel like a million bucks and insist on standing at the entrance with those It girls.
Read MoreAttendees came in with their cameras in hand snapping away, only stopping to grab a glass of champagne. I had no idea when to stop taking pictures, there was just so much to see. When the models finally emerged, I knew I was in trouble…
Read MoreWe had a very in depth guided tour of his collection by two of the most attentive and knowledgeable staff that I have ever encountered. You know that these two not only loved the collection, they loved the designer as well.
Read MoreEventually all the models were out and weaving in and out of the maze of mirrors in a surreal world that felt like a dream that is taking place in an imaginary metro station somewhere. Each commuter in high end outerwear that makes even those who don’t fare well in the cold want to explore extended amounts of time in it.
Read MoreThe abundance of character in these designs remind me of a little girl playing dress up. Every single item is exuberantly fabulous and it is all thrown together to articulate individuality in style. There is no holding back on the creativity.
Read MoreOutside of the show the usual suspects arrive at the venue. Guests dressed to the nines, heavy hitting influencers and major publications alike wave their invitations in front of organizers checking the guest list. The main event outside seems to be a tiny Yorkie that all of the paparazzi are taking pictures of.
Read MoreThe whimsical nature of this collection is evident in the designer. A warm and welcoming Maria Tokmakova speaks about her collection with a sense of humor that is often missing in fashion lately. The nostalgia of the 80s does not overtake the collection, it remained very of today.
Read MoreMilo Maria AW19 walks a fine line between inspiration and aspiration. The inspired soft, dreamy pink fur coat stood alongside an aspirational red power suit. A mix of aesthetics and patterns keep this collection ever-moving in and out of fantasy and wearability.
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