Tag: london
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‘Where My Ravers At?’: Raf Simons’ London debut at clubbing venue, Printworks.
By Nell Richmond-Tanner Belgian fashion designer Raf Simons’ show was certainly worth the wait. His London debut had to be rescheduled due to the death of Queen Elizabeth II but this did not quell the excitement surrounding his latest collection, presented at one of the most iconic venues in London – Printworks. It seems we…
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NEW BUSINESS: MAD
Name of company: MAD (@______.mad.______) Type of business: Independent Contemporary Womenswear Label Location: London, UK How long has the company been running? 1 Year Where did the idea come from? MAD was born from the need to show people what it meant to live in different places at the same time. At the time I was studying in…
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INTERVIEW: OLLI HULL – BLURRING THE LINES BETWEEN ART AND FASHION
Lucy Brown speaks to up-and-coming London based designer Olli Hull who is blurring the lines between art and fashion by upcycling garments with graffiti- style designs. LB: How did you get into designing; is it something you’ve always wanted to do? OH: I kind of went into fashion through a strange route. I studied illustration and…
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NEW BUSINESS: IBEAM FASHION
Name of company: IBEAM Type of business: Luxury sustainable clothing brand Location: London How long has the company been running? We launched collection 1 this year but have been operating for about 2 years now. Where did the idea come from? We have always had a strong desire to create something together that would be of value to…
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NEW IMMERSIVE ‘COACH PILLOW’ EXPERIENCE IN LONDON
Inspired by their popular ‘Coach Pillow’ bag, Coach have installed an inflatable pillow-like installation in London’s Soho Square. The installation is part of a collaboration with French artist Cyril Lancelin and was created to celebrate London’s reopening. The balloon structure itself is a soft pink and has been designed in Lancelin’s classic geometric style, resembling…
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EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW WITH STARRY CRADLES, AWARDED FOR UNIQUE ENGAGEMENT RINGS DESIGNS
We caught up with members of Starry Cradles in London at Marriott’s GrandResidence Club cafe. American jewelry house Starry Cradles is known for itsexotically extravagant and one-of-a-kind engagement & wedding ring designs.Their latest jewels have been presented under the title Exotic Abundance whichfavors vivid gems from around the world. The quality and design have beenhighly…
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THE SAD REALITY OF BEING A WOMAN IN MODERN-DAY UK
Picture this – you’re sat at a train station. It’s late, but not late enough for it to be deemed odd for you to be hurriedly typing away. Most can afford to get fully immersed in whatever task is on their screen, but not me, and definitely not most women. I have to stay alert.…
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INTERVIEW WITH HARUN RUNE
With notable features and performances at BBC Introducing and Jazz Café, Born and raised London artist, rapper, and creative Harun Rune delves into his multi-faceted career and shares with us inspirations and passions for creativity! Who are you and what do you do? Harun Egwenu, professionally known as Harun Rune. I’m a creative artist, model,…
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WHAT WOULD MCQUEEN DO?
Suhani Lotlikar remembers the legendary designer Alexander McQueen. Born in a family of humble backgrounds, Lee Alexander McQueen – famously known as Alexander McQueen – is a name that has been tattooed on the skin of the fashion industry. Just at the age of 16, he dropped out of school and found work at a…
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XMAS SHOPPING SPREE
This month Cicilia proposes to you a great selection of Christmas shopping places around the capital. Christmas is approaching rapidly, and although I’m personally not one of those starting the Christmas countdown 100 days in advance, I do love a good shopping spree. So, if you are on the hunt for particular gifts or are…
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London Runway Issue 68 – The Winter Issue
Buy your print copy The Winter Issue. Featuring: Robert Keene, our 2021 Face of LR Menswear Winner; more House of iKons; Prime London; Sustainability in Africa Fashion Show; Hannah Sosna; Hannah Krum, IA London and more LFW; London Runway’s Sustainability Awards; Francesco Lo Iacono’s watercolor fashion illustration book; Christmas gift and shopping guides; a sustainable…
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London Runway Sustainability Awards 2021
Listening to the requests of you guys, we are back with our second annual London Runway Sustainability Awards! For those who missed it last year, this award puts the highlight on select brands truly making the giant leaps toward ethical and sustainable creativity and design. We had great responses from the first one, so we…
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HOW TO INCORPORATE COLOUR INTO YOUR SPRING WARDROBE
Katie Abson presents tips and tricks to help build your colour confidence this spring. As vibrant and beautiful as it is, colour can be intimidating. If you’re anything like me, colour can be a scary thing to reach for when you’re used to neutrals, blacks, and greys, formally worn to death this past winter. Neutrals…
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The V&A’s Virtual Collections Fulfilling All Your Art and Culture Needs
In this article, Cheyanne Greig-Andrews explores the many impressive collections currently on display with The Victoria and Albert Museum not on foot, but through a screen. Sadly, the many incredible museums and galleries of London have had to temporarily close their doors to visitors. However, that hasn’t stopped these steadfast institutions from continuing to create…
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Shopping in London: The New Normal
Cheyanne Greig-Andrews discusses what to expect on your next excursion for fashion finds as London reopens its doors. From pubs to shops to salons, Londoners are enjoying the city’s slow return to normality. June 15th saw government restrictions lift, allowing non-essential shopping destinations to reopen. This early date saw big-name shopping destinations such as Selfridges…
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THE LONDON AESTHETIC IN FASHION
What is the London aesthetic in the fashion industry? Join Ashutosh Kukreja as he traces down the legacy of the time-tested fashion capital ofthe world, London, and what it has to offer the world in terms of its style aesthetic. Inked on the maps of history for the past two millennia, the city of London…
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Flannels Offers Antidote to Sterile Online Shopping
News by Madeleine Oakley Michael Murray, head of elevation at British store Flannels, is convinced that their new London shop will be a success. Apparently, the key is to make the shopping experience more “creative” and intimate. Flannels has carefully considered the location of their new shop, opting for East Oxford Street, an area which…
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Anya Hindmarch to showcase collection at LFW using ‘Postbox Maze’
News by Madeleine Oakley Not one to follow the tradition of a regular catwalk show, designer Anya Hindmarch has created an immersive Postbox Maze exhibition to present her latest collection at the upcoming London Fashion Week. The giant red maze will allow visitors to be wander through during a 30 minute time slot and thus…