As London Fashion Week drew to a close, the final few collections made their way onto the catwalk to finish off the week. With emphasis placed on zero-waste production techniques, dark and sophisticated garments for evenings out, and quite possibly the most high energy show of the entire week, LFW ended not with a whimper but with a bang.
Toga
The Toga show this year had a playful charm about it. Boxy silhouettes and unique combinations graced the show, and a charming use of colours kept things fresh and interesting. There was also a sense of playful gender subversion too, making for a forward thinking show that was a nice way to close out the week.
Feben
A dark elegance graced the catwalk as Feben made its way to the runway. A collection of wonderfully structured dresses, from minimalist everyday pieces that would be perfect for an evening out, to more grandiose garments with lashings of detailing that would be absolute statement pieces strutted down the catwalk together. A signature print motif was present on a number of the dresses adding a sense of cohesion to proceedings and some wonderful pops of colour from two red dresses and coats added a spark of vibrancy to the show.
Yeohlee
A collection that had strong focus on zero-waste techniques and an emphasis on versatility. The message behind Yoehlee’s collection was admirable and translated seamlessly onto the garments themselves. Everyday pieces such as blazers skirts, dresses and coats were displayed with expert craftsmanship and a playful sophistication that added wonderful amounts of personality to them.
The industry’s harmful effect on the environment has been a hot topic for quite some time now so it was great to see a collection show that not only can old fabrics be perfectly repurposed for new garments, but they can look fantastic at the same time too.
Sports Banger
A strong contender for the most high energy show of the season, Sports Banger ensured that the final day of LFW ended with a bang. With dramatic lighting and a serious amount of absolute moves working their way down the catwalk, the clothes of the show were given an absolute stage to be showcased on and they did not disappoint either. A glorious mix of casual leisurewear danced alongside outfits that can only be described as fairytale in nature, with twisty silhouettes, flowing gowns and a show-stopping headpiece which looked like it came straight from Wonderland.
The show and collection were both fiery and passionate, with an attitude and vigor that hadn’t really been seen through the week until this show. What a fiercely charged way to close out the week!
Words By Andrew Coyle
Photo Credit: Sports Banger, Ollie Grove
