LFW Day 4: Twenty8twelve

Location: Howick Place, SW1
Joanne Black style: same as Pringle

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Joanne Black's official show invitation

The collection: Sienna and Savannah Miller’s Houngonikon-themed collection was a heady mix of sexy lycra dresses, swimsuits, mini skirts, cropped vests and 80s style jumpsuits – all worn with hairbands. It was a show with as many cultural references as there were outfits, but with such a wonderful warehouse setting, this event was not to be missed.
The wish list: The black and white vest body top would look great in my wardrobe.
The style: As the last to arrive and first to leave, the show – and its audience – went by in a bit of a blur. I did, however, love the music by Jim Morrison.

LFW Day 4: Jaeger London

The location: Somerset House
Joanne Black style: same as Duro Olowu

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Joanne Black's official invitation to Jaeger London

 

The collection: We like Stuart Stockdale. This Jaeger London Design Director’s signature style is all about aiming for ‘maximum impact, in an effortless way’ whether it be ‘easy dresses with gorgeous detail’ or ‘statement coats in luxury cloths’. Inspired by Jaeger’s vast archive, Guy Bourdin’s 70s photography and Charlotte Rampling, Stockdale’s collection was glamourous and gorgeous in every way. With everything from oversize sweaters, gold harlem pants and wide black shorts to gold-encrusted evening jackets and statement jewellery, this was a show filled with sparkling style surprises.
The wish list:
Shoes, shoes and more shoes! Stockdale’s sexy wedges, peep-toes and pumps – not to mention a fab ankle boot ­– were delightful.  
The style:
The press had Anna Wintour in their sights so it was hard to focus on anything else.

LFW Day 4: Duro Olowu

Location: Thomas Dane Gallery, Duke Street
Joanne Black style: Duro Olowu silk dress, Lanvin trainers and black tights.

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Colour is order of the day at Duro Olowu's presentation

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Duro Olowu's pink dress is on my wish list.

The collection: If you are looking to add colour to your wardrobe, you need Duro Olowu in your life. It was business as usual for Olowu, who wowed us with fantastic colours and silk fabrics from his latest collection. Inspired by the colours of Picasso’s ‘Mosqueteros’ paintings, feather textiles of ancient Peru and 125th Street in Harlem, Olowu’s presentation was extraordinary and, with the chance to view the clothes up-close on mannequins, a rare fashionable treat.
The wish list: I’m a big fan of Olowu’s fab pink dress and black and white blouse.
The style: Not often do you find such a relaxed atmosphere and the opportunity to chat to Olowu himself.

Joanne Black Style makes an impression on Hyatt Hotel guests

Guests at the luxurious Hyatt Regency London – The Churchill are in for the stylish surprise if they sign up for its new sensational Joanne Black Style fashionista package.

The package, which includes a half day shopping experience with Joanne – and access to her book of contacts and exclusive discounts – a night in a Regency Executive Suite, a luxury fruit basket, a half bottle of prestige cuvée Krug Rosé and a £250 Selfridges Gift Card, is the ultimate indulgence for those looking to step out in style.

‘Whether guests have Bond Street, Sloane Street, YSL or up-and-coming designers on the agenda there really is something for everyone in this city of style,’ says Joanne Black, speaking of her collaboration with Hyatt Hotels. ‘Why hit the streets alone, when you can stroll into pre-arranged appointments and have the best of London fashion delivered to your dressing room?’

To find out more about Joanne’s exciting new package visit www.hyatt.com or call 0207 241 8778.

London Fashion Week

London Fashion Week is back, and it’s bigger, brighter and better than ever. This is a week dedicated to fabulous advanced previews, stunning collections and inspired fashion – both on and off the catwalk. Fashionistas go to Paris for chic and they come to London for edgy street fashion. With Spring/Summer 2010 collections from everyone including Betty Jackson, Vivienne Westwood, Osman, and up-and-coming designers from St Martin’s Lane College, London Fashion Week has enough statement pieces to fill my own wardrobe – and those of  my clients – many times over. Let’s take a look around…

Naomi Campbell hits the runway for LFW once more

Naomi Campbell hits the runway for LFW SS10