LONDON FASHION WEEK S/S 15

Yesterday was the last day of London Fashion Week and although I unfortunately did not get to attend the event myself, I was able to keep up with a live feed via Instagram and Twitter. The hustle and bustle of 'who was the best dressed?' and all the talk of who was your favourite of the day is not something that ends as soon as the last show. So what have been the highlights for me?

Well..

Day 1: From many of the great designers opening this well celebrated fashion week, Amanda Wakeley's collection really started it for me. With the clean cut retro tie back shapes hitting the run way, it was a like stepping into Spain in the late 80's for the rich and famous. The collection was sheer, well cut and well designed in pure whites bringing out the low scoop necks and three quarter length arms. From collar to the trim of the trousers, the collection really did it for me.

Day 2: Sheer loose fabrics in muted, powder blue's, greys and clean cut whites. Whistles for me stole the show the day, or at least stood out from the rest. Cut away jackets with strappy neck tops, paired with subtle palm prints and sheer, metallic like t-shirts. This collection is the perfect example of a 'mix-and-match' collection in terms of each item can be paired with any other one of the items if wished. Also, its entrance within Kings Cross Tube Station was the perfect setting to show how this designer brand would fit in to everyday surroundings within the day to day life of commuters in the city.

Day 3: Paul Smith's simplistic, non-over the top collection was the perfect example of 'basic'. There was nothing flashy or outrageous about this collection. The prints consisted of simple stripes in small detail, the shapes of the clothing were very basic and plain. But, this was a great example of everyday luxury, an outfit for any occasion wherever you are. With a muted palet of golden browns, pinks, greens and blues, the materials of the clothes in soft satins was the only outstanding factor within the collection. Again, although this collection was simple; it for me showed how a great designer can be worn everyday.

Day 4: Tom Ford. Well.. Dark couture outfits with legs, legs and more legs is the best way to describe this range. This collection was sexy and mysterious. With short dresses and skirts in dark black, green and gold then smothered in lace and knits. Oversized metallic flares brought a sophisticated eye catching suit style into the range. Open front, sequin nipple covered tops on dresses and paired with trousers also made the collection a simply wonderful evening wear collection. The collection (not usually my type of thing) really stood out to me and showed evening wear at its best!

Day 5: Fashion East (Ed Marler, Helen Lawrence, Louise Alsop Designers) collection this season came together with three main designers and they have made this simply wonderful oversized, pastel collection. With large bold shapes, added splashes of colour in the most strangest of places, but keep this comfortable and very wearable look. Bringing urban styling with slashed items in with silk/cotton oversized dresses, this collection has something for everyone. The odd use of materials and shapes within the clothing shows creativity and a little bit of all three designers interests within the collection, but bringing them together to create this artistic, wonderful collection.

This seasons collections have been both inspiring and exciting. Not many of the shapes have changed from S/S 14 but the colours and the way the designers are dressing these items are certainly changing. The retro, artistic look is definitely a must have next season and it will be interesting to see how this style is interpreted onto the high-street.

All video credits go to London Fashion Week, British Fashion Council, VOGUE and YouTube.