27.10.10 | CLOSE UP

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Some serious style snaps we took at LFW. It's definitely all in the detail and I love these close up and personal images that really capture that element of style. Enjoy :)


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25.10.10 | FANNIE AROUND

Fannie Schiavoni Topshop NewGen SS11

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Here at The Fashion Smoke we've had our eye on Fannie Schiavoni's insane body jewellery for quite some time! We were lucky enough to run into the lovely lady herself at the Topshop NewGen exhibition at LFW and had the chance to fall in love with her new collection. Every single piece of hand crafted armour is incredible and I can't rave enough about this jewellery line! I suppose I would be dressed head to toe like an ancient crusader if I had the chance... Slight exaggeration? Probably not.

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p.s. Check out our previous post of her AW10 look book by clicking the Fannie Schiavoni link below :)

19.10.10 | LONDON SS11

1# ACNE
Acne once again pulled it out of the bag presenting minimal clothing with maximum lust factor. Sticking to a simple colour palette Jonny Johansen ensured it all lay in the details as proportions were experimented with, asymetric hemlines and lots of layering ensured our favourite way to keep warm in winter can also be carried off well into summer months. Sheer fabrics ensured that extra sex factor every Acne girl has, whilst The sky high platforms are sure to be on every understated fashionistas wishlist come summer. (we at The Fashion Smoke are already keeping our eyes peeled for a copycat pair.) Goggle like sunglasses added a futuristic vibe, as well as the colour blocked models who looked like they were wearing some of the coolest uniforms around. A strong, wearable collection I could picture a lot of it slotting quite easily in to my (dream) wardrobe - the kind of chic understated elegance we have grown to love from the Swedish brand.
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2# UNIQUE
We felt the need to include three lines of the Unique collection, quite simply because we freaking loved it and couldn't narrow it down/deprive you guys of more or less the whole collection. First off it's got a whole load of seventies references in which is by far our favourite fashion era. Bell sleeves, maxi skirts, wide legged jumpsuits, tie dye, the shirt dress, the prints, the colours and the major tassle-fest! Secondly, the collection is so diverse with one outfit after another being something different to admire, and the difference in the hem lines, colours and shapes means there is something to suit everyone. Last of all its Topshop so come spring time if I start saving now I may be able to snag more than a couple pieces.
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3# EMILIO DE LA MORENA
Sculptural, feminine yet edgy three words to sum up Emilio De La Morena's S/S collection. Slashes and cuts into the fabric give the colourful dresses a little more attitude than simply pretty party dresses. Also loving the contrast between the colourful organza and leather creating a sexy polished look. Perfect for making a statement on a night out these dresses leave me debating the likeliness of being able to recreate this look, stanley knife and favorite party dress- this could go terribly wrong!
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4# ERDEM
Erdem's floral printed dresses were a welcome burst of colour - something in which we have come to associate with the summer months and of course the designer himself. The floral dresses managed to avoid looking ditsy with their cool colours, mismatched prints and pairing with lace securing the trend yet another year. Although accessories were next to non existent during the collection, we imagine oversized cross necklaces, stacked rings and possibly a chunky platform could give these outfits a little more edge, that is of course if we were lucky enough to count one of these numbers in our wardrobes. 
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images via Style.com edited by The Fashion Smoke


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MODEL MOMENTS

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Some model moments from LFW... It may be my favourite part of fashion week seeing the models rushing around from show to show, looking impossibly stunning, like a supreme race descending on the capital to put us mere mortals to shame!


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EDGE OF REASON

Zara Coat, Topshop Boots, Asos and Thrifted Rings

Walking in these mega boots is kind of like teetering on stilts, so add to this equation some steep stone steps that seemingly lead to nowhere, you feel you're balancing on the edge of reason. They come with a harness as well, not to strap you in for safety although this would be a good idea. I like how you can take the straps off and have a whole new look, obviously a post avec harness is coming soon. As for this masculine double breasted wooly marl coat, I feel I've stepped out of Wall Street, meaning the original film minus the bad 80s hair dos, either way it means business!

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HANNELI 

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Hanneli Mustaparta, a model turned blogger/photographer, looked incredible coming out of the Burberry show. I couldn't believe just how tiny and perfect she was! I had a snap taken with her as well but as you can imagine it's pretty difficult to look even slightly photogenic stood next to someone so stunning, needless to say that pic didn't make the cut haha! 
If you haven't already, check out her blog here for some serious style and beautiful photography <3


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