Author: londonrunway
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London Runway Issue 21 Launch
ISSUE 21 is OUT NOW! CLICK HERE to buy a glossy print copy Featuring Pure London and Scoop International trade shows, two gorgeous full-colour editorials, Fashion4Africa showcase, interview with new reigning prince Bate Nate H, thoughts from exhibitors at Pure, and an exploration of whether our clothes are really “worth it”. Plus, the link between…
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NEWS: SELFRIDGES WINS TITLE OF ‘BEST DEPARTMENT STORE IN THE WORLD’
by Min Luu Luxury retailer Selfridges beat off competition from France’s Printemps and Italy’s Rinascente to win the title of 2018’s best department store in the world for the fourth consecutive time. The award was announced at the latest Global Department Store Summit held in London, organised by the Intercontinental Group of Department Stores. The…
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NEWS: UK RETAIL HITS A GROWTH SPURT IN MAY
by Rachel Parker British retail sales grew at the fastest rate in four years during May, according to a report by the British Retail Consortium and KPMG. Both online and offline sales were up overall, with the two bank holiday weekends giving us some time off to hit the shops. The report stated that total…
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NEWS: BRITISH BRAND TEMPERLEY LONDON TAKE AN ITALIAN HOLIDAY
by Rachel Parker Leading lights of the London fashion stage Temperley London have announced the opening of their first pop-up store in Porto Cervo, an idyllic cultural hotspot on the northern coast of Sardinia. The London based brand will spend the summer months in the exclusive holiday location, showcasing a specially curated edit of their…
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THE MAGIC OF BOHO CHIC
Caz McKinnon continues our semi-regular feature, exploring the relationship between music and a particular fashion trend. The year is 1976. A British American folk rock band are about to perform their single ‘Rhiannon’ to a live crowd at a taped performance. The front woman approaches the microphone and emphatically mutters that the song they’re about…
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THE WEDDING OF THE YEAR AND THE STATEMENTS MADE
If you missed the wedding of the year, Candice shares a little recap and her thoughts on this momentous day and its social and economic influences on Britain. It’s almost wedding season, and what better way to start it off than with a Royal Wedding? Prince Harry and Meghan Markle, now the Duke and Duchess…
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Interview: SANDER GEE
We spoke to 28-year-old creative Sander about his work with Burberry, Ozwald Boateng, and other exciting brands. Hi! Let’s start with who you are and what you do. I’m Sander. I’m from Belgium – from Antwerp. They call me Sander Gee because it’s easier to say than my full surname! I’m a graphic designer and…
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Issue 20 Launch
Buy a copy of issue 20 here: BUY PRINT High-quality glossy print copy of issue 20. Featuring Pakistan Fashion Week London and street style from Pride; how to get catwalk looks for less; two stunning editorials featuring Joshua Hansler, Adam and Alice, and MP Millinery; the benefits of doing a pop-up; what models can’t do; interview…
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THE IMITATION GAME
Following legal disputes by Adidas and Burberry over copycat designs, Rachel Parker considers the issue of counterfeit fashion and its impact on small businesses. They say imitation is the sincerest form of flattery, but when it comes to copying clothing designs, few brands take the compliment gladly. The past few weeks have seen two cases…
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HOW GREEN ARE YOUR JEANS?
THE FASHION INDUSTRY’S IMPACT ON CLIMATE CHANGE Laura Foster-Devaney reveals the environmental implications behind your wardrobe. Usually when one thinks about climate change induced by air pollution, images of huge power plants spewing out gargantuan clouds of polluting smoke and lone polar bears leaping from sparse iceberg to sparse iceberg spring to mind; situations that…
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NEWS: ASOS FASHION DISCOVERY WINNERS ANNOUNCED
by Rhiannon D’Averc ASOS have announced the winners of their Fashion Discovery competition, in which brands competed for the chance to be stocked by the online retailer. Votes from members of the public added up to give Desree Akorahson the People’s Pick award, while Lyph and Wesley Harriott were selected by a panel of judges.…
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NEWS: DAVID BECKHAM BECOMES AMBASSADORIAL PRESIDENT OF THE BFC
by Rachel Parker The British Fashion Council (BFC) have announced the appointment of David Beckham in their newly created role of Ambassadorial President. The retired footballer will assist the organisation in building worldwide networks and nurturing support for the fashion industry on a global scale. The BFC is the UK’s main non-profit trade group for…
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NEWS: NEW BRAND COLLABORATIONS ANNOUNCED
by Rachel Parker Attention, fashion fans: two exciting new collaborations have been announced. Brand collaborations are a perfect opportunity to combine luxury design sensibilities with high-street trends and affordability, and in turn to reinvigorate our wardrobes. Nike have revealed their new partnership with Matthew Williams, founder of luxury streetwear brand Alyx. Williams uses youth culture…
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Issue 19 Launch
Buy a copy of issue 19 here: BUY PRINT High-quality glossy print copy of issue 19. Featuring editorial looks from UhuruFashion.com, Pakistan Fashion Week London, London Fashion Week Men’s, Modest Fashion Live and more runway and event coverage. Also, why Amy Winehouse became an icon, SS19 menswear report, thoughts on empowerment, art on the runway,…
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Interview: ANDRADA BODEA
This week, we were so excited to chat with Andrada Bodea about her designs. We also got a peek at her illustrations! Hi, Andrada – how did you get started on your journey as a designer? My earliest memories started with drawing. Drawing was one of my passions and I remember asking my father to draw…
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Interview: COUCHMAN BESPOKE
We sat down with Claire Couchman of Couchman Bespoke to talk about tailoring. Read on for our exclusive interview! Hi, Claire – how did you get started as a designer and tailor? I studied at Brighton University where I developed a passion for pattern cutting. I have always loved tailored clothing with sharp lines made…
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FASHIONED FROM NATURE: WHAT FASHION TRULY GIVES
Nadine Gan attended the V&A’s Fashioned From Nature exhibition, to explore the connection between fashion and the natural world. The V&A’s latest exhibition, Fashioned from Nature, showcases the relationship between fashion and our planet Earth. Dating back to the 1800s, the exhibition is divided into two floors and brings us through a timeline of the…
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AN EVOLUTION OF THE K-POP INDUSTRY AND ITS FASHION
Malvika Padin introduces our new feature: exploring a genre of music and how it is tied into a particular fashion. From The Backstreet Boys, to the Spice Girls, to NSYNC, S Club 7, Five, Take That and many more, the 1990s was a landmark decade for western pop bands. With their sharp choreography, matching outfits…
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THE MENTAL HEALTH OF DESIGNERS: WHAT THEY DON’T TEACH YOU AT FASHION SCHOOL
This week, Ellie Dyson writes about the effects that perfectionism within the fashion industry can have on designers. With Ian Bonhôte and Peter Ettedgui’s documentary “McQueen” premiering this month at the Tribeca Film Festival, it revives the conversation about the stress that designers may face during their careers. The problems caused by perfectionism in the…
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FASHION GOING GLOBAL PANEL DISCUSSION
This week, Candice reflects on her experience at the Fashion Going Global panel discussion hosted by The Fashion Clinic, as well as the rapidly growing fashion industry in Nigeria. On the 2nd of May, I was lucky enough to attend the Fashion Going Global event hosted by The Fashion Clinic at the London College of…
