9.30am and we were greeted with a pre-show Dolly Parton sound track. It was then I knew that the first day of Fashion Week was going to be a goodun! For an early start, it was a massive turn out. Paul Costelloe opened London Fashion Week with a gold and black brocade dress; collared, zipped and accompanied by PVC over-the-knee leggings - a running accessory in the show. The collection continued with a slight Victorian cum 80s feel with muted tans, (more) big shoulders and full length, elegant coats belted at the waist. Three colours prevailed; black, blue and gold with a mash-up of varying shades of neutral. There was huge emphasis on the skirt - rah-rah, full, asymmetric bubble.
Neck ties for the men caught my eye, in particular the amaze glittery-bling option. More full length coats and delicious boots were sent down the catwalk on long-haired models, along with belted hips, tailored jackets and a heavenly black and two-tone grey cape.
The collecting closed with another fabulous 80s inspired frock in silver and black brocade. It featured larger than life shoulders and gentle rouching in the middle. A fun end to the show, although it did have me a tiny bit puzzled - it kinda bore no relation to the previous looks.
In short, however, a great start to LFW. More to come Veryettes!
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