Quintessentially Topshop | LFW

On Sunday 22nd february, the models strutted the catwalk of the Tate Britain effortlessly, sporting natural makeup and windswept hair. Presenting lots of tweed and cable knit, Topshop stayed true to its British roots claiming their inspiration was taken from the English countryside. 

Described as "a style journey from the playful wilds of the English countryside to the extravagance of a gilded cocktail hour," Topshop twisted the typically British appearance, by using glossy vinyl coats and patterned roll necks to inject retro elements into their A/W collection. The embroidered and feathered dresses contributed to the glamorous side of the collection whilst keeping it young and contemporary. 

Above are some of my favourite pieces from the collection and also the garments that I believe sum up the idea of English countryside meets cocktail glamour. Forget quintessentially British, this A/W collection was quintessentially Topshop. 

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Conveyor Belt Catwalk | LFW

Henry Holland surprised and delighted with his dark and dangerous garments that glided along the runway. The conveyor belt although fun and unique was lined with yellow and black warning tape. However, the danger connotations of the tape still didn't deter celeb BFF's Alexa Chung and Pixie Geldof from having their turn. 

The collection consisted of fur, leather, romantic reds and bold stripes- all ingredients to a woman's ideal A/W wardrobe. Holland's hazard tape was seen throughout the collection as it quickly became obvious it was the focal point, creating the perfect vision of London's experimental fashion. Despite bright colours being one of Holland's staples, he took the collection much deeper incorporating  burgundy, black and purples.

Aside from the stripes, Holland's collection consisted largely of fur coats and giant gillets- a particular appealing look during this everlasting winter. My favourite pieces have to be the dusky pink neck warmer with matching clutch bag. What girl doesn't want matching fur? 

Although the collection isn't totally different from Holland's usual style, the audience was certainly pleased by the clothes and impressed, if not jealous of the conveyor catwalk. The question is...where can I get one? 

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