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British designers prove popular at the Baftas

British designers prove popular at the Baftas

As you all know, we here at Secret Sales HQ love nothing more than seeing British clothing designers find success.

That’s why we’re absolutely thrilled that last night’s Bafta awards ceremony seemed to be something of a triumph in the British designer clothing stakes.

It came as no surprise to us that a number of stars chose to pay tribute to the wonderful late Alexander McQueen, with the quirky Jaime Winstone particularly standing out in a beautiful Grecian number by the iconic designer.

Classic British designer Burberry also proved popular with celebrities attending the event, with the luxury brand being fashioned by both Claire Danes and nominee Saiorse Ronan.

However, the outfit that really stood out for me was that of Kate Winslet, who absolutely oozed red carpet glamour in a breathtaking black and lace Stella McCartney number.

But it’s perhaps not surprising that so many celebrities rocked out pieces by British designers at the awards ceremony.

It was recently announced that Bafta had joined forces with the British Fashion Council in order to allow actresses to collaborate with designers to find the perfect gown for the event.

Lucy Yeomans, editor of Harper’s Bazaar magazine and chair of the British Fashion Council’s press committee, told the Guardian: "The red carpet is so important to both the film industry and to the fashion industry. If we can put together a young actress with an up-and-coming designer and they get to know and understand each other, that could be a relationship that lasts 20 years."

Who do you think stood out at the Baftas?

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Naomi Campbell and Vivienne Westwood collaborate for Haiti

Naomi Campbell and Vivienne Westwood collaborate for Haiti

It would appear that Naomi Campbell is on a one-woman mission to do everything that she can to raise money for victims of the Haiti earthquake.

The supermodel has not only managed to raise a jaw-dropping £1million at her Fashion for Relief event last week but she has also collaborated with fabulous British clothing designer Vivienne Westwood to create a funky t-shirt, which will be sold to raise money for the White Ribbon Alliance.

And it would appear that Vivienne is only too pleased to get involved with this worthwhile cause. She told Hilary Alexander over at the Telegraph: "Naomi is the most incredible woman. When she asked me to help, I was more than happy.

The t-shirt costs £40 and is based on an iconic Vivienne Westwood design from the 70’s.

It was showcased for the second time at the clothing designer’s London Fashion Week catwalk show last night (February 21st), after being debuted at the Fashion for Relief event.

Vivienne showed how the t-shirt could prove to be a versatile piece for any wardrobe by pairing it with everything from tweed coats to floral bonnets and pink pirate-style boots.

Naomi’s fundraising efforts for victims of the Haiti disaster were given a boost on Thursday (February 18th) when a designer dress by the late Alexander McQueen and modelled by Kate Moss was snapped up at auction by Topshop boss Phillip Green for an impressive £100,000.

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Layering takes centre stage at New York Fashion Week

Layering takes centre stage at New York Fashion Week

Having a clothing dilemma is one of the most frustrating things that fashionistas such as ourselves can encounter.

So if you’re not sure what to wear this season, why not wear it all at once?

Reports are flooding in from my fashion colleagues across the pond, who are all noting that layering looks set to be a key trend for the coming season.

Designers such as Alexander Wang, Marc Jacobs and Rodarte have all showcased layered clothing in their New York Fashion Week shows.

At Rodarte, chunky knits and cosy scarves were paired with cute chiffon and delicate lace, with contrasting fabrics draped and layered over each other.

Similarly, Samantha Critchell at the Associated Press said that Secret Sales favourite Alexander Wang took the layering trend to such a level that his models "looked like they’d thrown on everything in the closet all at once".

Marc by Marc Jacobs featured oversized wool numbers, clinched in at the waist, with a multitude of 90s grunge and military references.

I think this layering trend could prove to be very useful - I often feel like I’ve got so much designer clothing that I want to wear it all at once and at last, fashion rules allow me to.

Sit tight fashionistas, we don’t have to wait long for our dose of the latest designer clothing offerings - London Fashion Week kicks off on Friday (February 19th).

Who will you be keeping a close eye on this Fashion Week?

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2010 - The Year of the Trainer?

2010 - The Year of the Trainer?

Most of you already know my feelings on trainers - I’m more of a stilettos girl - but the world of fashion seems intent on swaying my opinions this year.

In the wake of the announcement that Jimmy Choo is set to launch an upscale collection of hi-tops later this year, the Guardian has reported that Harvey Nichols has launched a new trainer wall for men and women, featuring designer shoes from the likes of Marc by Marc Jacobs and Chloe.

Tommy Hilfiger has jumped on the trainer trend as well, with a new sneaker collaboration between the designer and the Keith Haring Foundation available from April.

And if that wasn’t enough to rot your socks (ha!), the fashionistas on the streets of Paris have been spotted out and about in the Rue Saint-Honore district wearing colourful old-school trainers, the cast of Glee performs numbers in hi-tops and stylish singer Rihanna has been snapped in a pair of Nikes.

What is the fashion world coming to?

As far as comfortable footwear is concerned, I think I prefer Jimmy Choo’s recent collaboration with Ugg Australia to the current trainer trend.

Do you plan to swap your stilettos for sneakers?

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Marc Jacobs clothing causes a stir at New York Fashion Week

Marc Jacobs clothing causes a stir at New York Fashion Week

I am still green with envy at those lucky people who are getting to see the designer clothing delights that New York Fashion Week has to offer.

While I am still sitting tight in the capital city eagerly awaiting the start of London Fashion Week on Friday (February 19th), reports are flooding in about what’s happening across the pond in the Big Apple.

And it would appear that Secret Sales favourite Marc Jacobs has caused quite a stir at New York Fashion Week.

Fellow fashionistas over at the Los Angeles Times have praised his catwalk show that took place yesterday (February 15th), with fashion critic Booth Moore saying that the designer clothing collection included "just about everything a woman would ever want to wear".

Booth praised a "fairytale glitter-flecked" clear vinyl raincoat and added that offerings such as the double-breasted pantsuit and knife-pleated maxi skirt were "superbly cut".

While sharp tailoring and fairytale glamour are relatively new trends and perhaps not for every style-savvy shopper out there, it could be that the pretty pastel and nude shades showcased in the new Marc Jacobs collection are more to your taste.

Eliza Scarborough over at the Daily Mail recently advised that neutral shades are set to be one of this season’s biggest trends and one of the most flattering looks for women of any age.

Do you love Marc Jacobs as much as we do?

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