Awkward Lengths

Top - H&M Studio, Jeans - Marks & Spencers Limited Edition, Boots - Topshop, Bag - Celine, Watch - Olivia Burton, Sunglasses - Topshop 

I'ts safe to say I have found the perfect pair of jeans. I have always preferred culottes over jeans however after seeing a surge of denim at LFW I decided I needed to invest in a good pair. Turns out 'invest' is the wrong word as I picked up these amazing cut off flares for £12 in the sale!! I love the awkward length, it's a refreshing take on the traditional 70's flare. The length is surprisingly easy to wear and I love how they compliment a pair of statement ankle boots.   

I managed to get my hands on the last pair of these tortoise shell heel boots from Topshop whilst I was doing my internship in London. I have been living in them for the past week and, they are definitely the comfiest pair of shoes I own. The top is from the new H&M Studio collection which I am also obsessed with. The collection has the perfect mix of delicate silk and chunky knits, all items are tailored and slightly over-sized - ideal for autumn/winter. Living in Nottingham for the past three years, my sister had a habit of raiding my wardrobe (what was left of it anyway) whilst I was away. Now I'm back - and she's gone - it's definitely my turn to take my pick and her Celine bag was top of my list (what are sisters for after all). 

  

Autumn Wishlist

The cooler air and darker nights are setting in, yep it's beginning to look (and feel) a lot like autumn. New season trends are filling the high street and the temptation for a new autumn wardrobe is hard to resist. But, currently being unemployed (thankfully this is soon to end as I've managed to get myself a part time job at River Island) means that my autumn wardrobe will remain in the form of a wishlist for a little while longer yet. 

Here are a FEW of my favourite pieces for this season (the real list is never ending)...

London Fashion Week with HPR London

After a successful three week placement at HPR London in August, I was asked to return to help out with the craziness of London Fashion Week. Never having the chance before to go to fashion week, I was ecstatic at the opportunity. Working in PR there is so much to do during the run up to the shows so we were crazy busy creating extensive RSVP lists, sending out thousands of invites and holding model castings alongside the usual day to day activities. 

We had five shows across the Friday and Saturday and they were probably THE most hectic days I have ever experienced. Very early starts and even later finishes are simply expected, but the experience was, of course, worth it. 

Friday 18th September - Day 1 

Ong-oaj Pairam

Our first show, Ong-oaj Pairam, was held at the BEAUTIFUL Hotel Cafe Royal on Regent Street. The intricate decor was the perfect backdrop for Ong's elegant collection. The HPR team were front of house seating guests and backstage overseeing press.

Image sourced from instagram @ongoajpairamofficial

Image sourced from instagram @ongoajpairamofficial

Image sourced from instagram @ongoajpairamofficial

Image sourced from instagram @ongoajpairamofficial

Clio Peppiatt

Clio Peppiatt held a presentation at the On|Off show space in the Vinyl Factory, Soho. Again the team were front of house overseeing the presentation and were also there to help with the production.

 

Saturday 19th September - Day 2

Asli Polat 

Asli Polat's SS16 collection consisted of floral detailing, sheer fabrics and intricate pleates. A gorgeous collection that created a youthful look. Some of the team, including myself, were needed backstage as dressers. Courtney, the model I was assigned, was a dream to work with! Experiencing behind the scenes during the show was a crazy experience, definitely something I will not forget.

James Kelly 

James Kelly returned for his second season showcasing at Fashion Scout after winning the Merit Award for emerging designers. His SS16 collection, as with his previous collections, focused on deconstructed garments with a particular focus on trench coats. 

Zeynep Kartal 

Our last show was a favourite of mine. Zeynep Kartal's gorgeous designs were the perfect mix of feminine elegance and structured silhouettes. Unfortunately I missed the show but was able to have a front row seat to watch the dress rehearsal! The team was needed backstage to help out beforehand and were again front of house during the show.