I have been rather preoccupied for the last few weeks or so
as I have been up to my neck in fashion week, amongst other things. So I thought, in lieu of my usual #WantItWednesday I would look at
and review my comprehensive list of #Wants from NYFW and LFW.
I love this time of year. Summer is over and you are
inundated with parties, trends and most importantly fashion! You find out what
in your wardrobe you can carry forward to spring (because, SAVINGS!) and what
you will need to quietly retire for a throwback in a couple of seasons' time (or throwaway).
I'm happy that overalls, dungarees and loose fits were a
firm favourite at NYFW a particular favourite of mine is this
beauty from
Alice + Olivia. Prints were bold and striking. Co-Ords are (thankfully)
ever present;
I am not yet ready to give mine up yet either.
Pastels (especially coral) will continue to run through
from AW to SS, which will help you to save those all important pennies.
The comforting and chicest of fashion colours; browns, camels and creams (not particularly summery, but whatever) were
all over
The Row.
Silhouettes were loose and almost medieval, a look that perfectly
encapsulates the Olsen Twins aesthetic and I think that's probably why I love
it so much! This was a particular favourite of mine.
I was a huge fan of the details seen on
Proenza Schouler. The handbags were prim & proper and the sandals were a strong look, one I just might copy
(as a non sandal wearer, this is a REVELATION!)
As a born and bred Londoner, I think I am most impressed with the offerings LFW had to offer.
Stripes were EVERYWHERE and I for one, could not be happier. This
cape from
Giles is certainly on my want list, I would make this an casual masterpiece with a pair of light skinny jeans and a pair of plimsolls.
Pastels were ever present in this excellent and I am surprised that I love this rather grown up collection that exudes fun and frolics in the brief moment of summer we get here.
One of my faves,
Mary Katrantzou stepped away from the bold and striking patterns is best known for this season and produced a sombre collection that better reflects the incliment weather we have become accustomed to. The collection was a rather moody affair, which I for one, loved. There were definite elements of the
Pastel Goth that I have yet to get my head around, but no doubt will be covered in soon. A particular favourite of mine were the trousers seen here. I would love this with a pair of (
my) nude heels and a slouchy, white T-shirt
While at
Burberry Prorsum it was a much more light hearted affair. The skirts were ruffled and light and were edged up with denim and cropped jackets.
The trench came in an array of fun and citrusy colours; a particular favourite of mine is the yellow that is 100% on my want list
Anya Hindmarch continued on with her irreverent charm and a wonderfully tongue in cheek collection. Tassels were ENORMOUS (I do love a big tassel :)) and the appliqués were graphic and eye catching that is all you could ever want in a handbag in my opinion.
This was by far my favourite as it was chic enough to make you feel like you were being a good pretend grown up to others, but with enough sass and humour to make sure you didn't take yourself too seriously.
I had been very impressed with what I have seen so far, and I absolutely cannot wait to get my hands on some (in my dream world all of them!)
I'm off to submerge myself in MFW now... until next time!
