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How to wear it now? Runway Inspiration from London Fashion Week Spring 2017

I'm writing you from the vroom-vroom-vroom sound of construction going on in my building. Can't complain too much because we'll be having our own share of rebuilding soon. What I actually do like about renovation is that it really is re-inspiration. You get to look at things a different way and see new possibilities, either in your home or in your wardrobe. London Fashion Week Spring 17 just ended and there were plenty of riffs on a theme that you will want to add to your wardrobe. We've cherry-picked a handful of runway to real way style tweaks to get you inspired right now.  Tell me what you think.  - S.H. London Fashion Week Spring 2017 styling tricks and hacks to try

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What to wear now? Look to London Fashion Week Fall 2016 runways to update your wardrobe

Runway to Realway  Fashion Inspired by London Fashion Week Fall 2016 It's the next installment on how to work the runway trends into your wardrobe. You've peeked at what was shown in New York, drooled over couture and now London is calling. Almost no one ever wears what is actually shown on the runway. But everyone should open up for a lot of inspiration. A nuance here. A trend there. Rethink how you get dressed everyday with a healthy dose of London Fashion Week  Fall 2016 inspiration. Really, what could be better than grasping the trend before it even hits the stores? READ: Fashion Week: Why Should You Care About The Runway? Catch up with the Top Five Trends from London

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The Top Five Trends To Incorporate Now from London Fashion Week Spring 2016

As fashion week moves on to London, a city known for the brilliantly eclectic, we're happy to report that an easy on the eye sense of grown up sophistication also made its mark. And just like we did after New York, we've considered the top five trends you should try now, straight from the runway. Maybe there's something in your closet with a similar feel, or maybe all you need is a fresh file of inspiration to finesse things together in a way you might not have thought about. Fashion Week: Why Should You Care About The Runway? Here's a look at the Top Five Trends from London Fashion Week Spring 2016. Consider this a cheat sheet for an instant,

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John Galliano for Maison Margiela. Discuss.

John Galliano For Maison Margilea, "Artisinal" 2015
John Galliano for Maison Margiela I have mixed feelings about this. To start, I'm a Margiela fan and probably wear a piece in some form or another, from one of the collections, almost every day, starting with the 14 pairs of shoes & boots that are in the front rotation of my closet. John Galliano for Maison Margiela 'Artisanal' Show 2015 I love the understated and edgy appeal. I love the non-showiness of pieces that withstand time and always look current. I love the deconstructed "secret" white threads that have the same appeal to me as a red sole or giant gold monogram have for others. John Galliano for Maison Margiela 'Artisanal' Show 2015 Then there's John Galliano, a showman

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From the runway to you: Try the Bloomsbury BoHo look from Burberry Fall 14

London Fashion Week Trend Spotlight: Don't you LOVE a Fashion Week trend that you can steal for yourself right now? Well,  there's a Bloomsbury BoHo vibe for Burberry Fall 2014 and we're into it's fun rich hippie edge... I don't know about you but Sharon and I just love it when the runway has something that most of us are really wearing anyway.  So many covet a good laid back BoHo look, and there's no denying the popularity of  stores like Anthropologie and Free People for feminine eclectic style. Now that look has hit the runway! >> MORE: FASHION SHOWS AND RUNWAY REVIEWS And TREND SPOTLIGHTS We always love the look of Buberry Prorsum, but it may not be that obtainable for everyone. This time, add a

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Live Stream Maison Martin Margiela – Watch The Spring 2013 Fashion Show From Home!

Straight from Paris Fashion Week: Enjoy the first ever live stream from Maison Martin Margiela on Facebook Friday at 4:30 Paris time & 10:30 EDT Paris calling... Good news chez Margiela as the design team at the helm just recently announced that the Spring 2013 collection will be live streamed this Friday morning -a first for the house. >> MORE: FASHION SHOWS AND RUNWAY REVIEWS For another first, the brand showed their MM6 Martin Margiela spring collection in NY and Sharon has the review. Did we mention that Martin Margiela is one of our all time favorite brands? That what they make often tends to become future classics with the bonus of wearing something fun? >> MARK YOUR CALENDAR: visit Maison Martin Margiela

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I’ll Have What She’s Having: Alexa Chung’s Smart Transitional Sweatshirt Chic

T.V presenter & DJ Alexa Chung makes a smart case for the versatile, yet chic possibilities of a classic sweatshirt cut in a more fashion friendly silhouette just as the temperature becomes more volatile Much like our new-found appreciation of a classic denim jacket, one look at Alexa Chung front row at the recent Mulberry show had us longing for chic sweatshirt options as the weather changes dramatically throughout the day as we transition into fall. >> MORE: FASHION SHOWS  In a Mulberry 'velvet tee' paired with Mulberry accessories, Chung beckons a new case for the sweatshirt as she looks easily chic in quite a comfortable manner. >>DISCOVER: How to wear printed pants... Why does it work when sweatshirts most often conjure

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London Fashion Week Live Stream- Watch Spring 2013 fashion shows right from home!

London calling...#NYFW is so last week. Now, it's #LFW and we have the catwalk live streams, right here on FoS. No passport needed. Well, maybe a passport to style! WATCH: London Fashion Week Collections - Live Stream... >> MORE: FASHION SHOWS AND RUNWAY REVIEWS Did we mention that 70% of the London shows will be live streamed?  London Fashion Week live stream schedule for Spring 2013 collections; all London Time, baby*:  >> MARK YOUR CALENDAR: London Fashion Week Live Stream Schedule Friday, September 14, 2012 09:00 Antoni & Alison 11:00 Caroline Charles 12:00 Zoë Jordan 13:00 Maria Grachvogel 14:00 Corrie Nielsen 15:15 Bora Aksu 17:00 Jean-Pierre Braganza 19:00 Felder Felder 20:30 KTZ Saturday, Sept 15 09:00 Daks 10:00 Kinder Aggugini 13:00 Jasper Conran 15:00

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Shoezam! Christian Louboutin Exhibition London Record Breaker

Christian Louboutin Exhibition London Design Museum
 Girls just wanna look at shoes... The Christian Louboutin exhibition has broken all previous visitor records at the London Design Museum with an average daily attendance of 910 visitors. Humm, I think there were more Loub fanatics desperately trying to get into the Christian Louboutin New York sample sale! >> MORE: Christian Louboutin ‘It’s been a real pleasure to see a lot of my ‘babies’ featured all together for the first time. It’s not only an entire collection of shoes that I saw there but for me a huge collection of souvenirs, precious moments, and very rarely sorrows,’ says Louboutin.  >> SHOE SHOPPING GUIDES  The exhibition is the first UK retrospective for the King of French footwear and celebrates his illustrious career of keeping fashionistas

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LONDON Show ROOMS in New York – Fall 2012

From London Fashion Week to Industria Super Studio in New York, The British Fashion Council was back in town to champion the latest collections of its talented roster of young designers to watch. >> MORE: FASHION SHOWS AND RUNWAY REVIEWS Among the group Holly Fulton, J.W Anderson and Simone Rocha's collections stood out as they each retain a vision that's completely modern & original. Fulton always gets our attention with her deco inspired prints, this time around in unexpected bold pink hues and electric blues. While we just can't get enough of Anderson's techno/retro masterpieces and Rocha's cool allure too. Overall, nothing compares to the visually stimulating, beautifully executed visions of London's top young designers over almost any city. -- Naveed Hussain Louise

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Paul Smith Fall 2012 Womenswear Collection

Runway Review: Adding a relaxed wide-leg cropped pant to his signature line-up of mens's inspired staples, boxy suiting, painterly prints, preppy knits and pajama-inspired garb may not have been a harbinger of anything entirely new to come but it did make for a collection from Paul Smith that's destined to find its way into almost any wardrobe. >> MORE: FASHION SHOWS AND RUNWAY REVIEWS Piece by piece there was something for everyone here, most covetable being the matching coats that topped those must-have pants. Paul Smith Fall 2012 Paul Smith Fall 2012 Runway Gallery:  [nggallery id92] Shop a selection of Paul Smith available now: More Paul Smith...  Photos: Burberry

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London Fashion Week: Highlights of the Fall 2012 Runways- McQ by Alexander McQueen, Acne, more

Acne Fall 2012 Runway
Acne F/W 2012 While we’ve reported some of the best fall 2012 / winter 2013 shows that we’ve seen so far this season with runway reviews, fashion show coverage, backstage beauty, and home style inspiration too, we wanted to take a moment and look back at highlights from London's top shows. As per usual, there was no shortage of statement making, thought-provoking, completely modern & individual outings from some of the city's most talented -here's some favorites to take note of.  >> MORE: FASHION SHOWS AND RUNWAY REVIEWS Acne- ACNE F/W 2012 ACNE F/W 2012 Swedish phenom Acne has been on top of its game in the streetwear arena for over a decade now so it works as a rather pleasant surprise to see the

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Burberry Prorsum Autumn Winter 2012 Womenswear Collection

Burberry Prorsum Autumn Winter 2012 Womenswear Collection Runway Review: Burberry's Christopher Bailey looked to the directional trend of contrasting elements and fabrications and the house's history and combined  town & country elements with rigorous styling that gave off a personal, quirky vibe.  MORE: Burberry Brand Overall, the collection had a tight selection of silhouettes that all boasted a cinched, figure defining waist that was ladylike while at the same time universal in its age spectrum. Diagonal ruffled skirts were part of the mix while pencil skirts, sculptural coats and jackets featured pockets that evoked the subtle drama of Dior's celebrated bar jackets. >> MORE: FASHION SHOWS AND RUNWAY REVIEWS A standout from the range was a trench coat with contrasting tweed panels on each side that added a flouncy, flirtatious depth and

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