If there's one thing I know, it's that British people love hats. Big hats, small hats, hats stuck to the sides of their heads, tall hats, short hats, you get the picture. Their hat fashion is actually kind of awesome, although at times laughable. Still, it's a shame that the trend of hats at events hasn't caught on in the U.S. For British socialites, the hat wearing event of the year is definitely the Royal Ascot horse race, and it happens to be going on right now. Take a look at some of the... Read Full Story
A model walks the catwalk at the Temperley Spring/Summer 2009 collection catwalk during London Fashion week on September 15, 2008 in London, England. (Photo by Dan Kitwood/Getty Images Europe) UK socialite Peaches Geldof may have appeared bored out of her mind at the Temperley London show, but that doesn't mean the collection was all bad. There were actually quite a few stunning pieces, especially if you're a fan of studded black leather and white organza. What? You don't see... Read Full Story
Luella presents the Spring/Summer 2009 collection catwalk during London Fashion week on September 15, 2008 in London, England. (Photo by Dan Kitwood/Getty Images Europe) London-based fashion designer Luella Bartley debuted another collection of fun, frilly skirts at this year's London Fashion Week. Her Spring/Summer collection is decidedly British, replete with short jackets, gloves, and dainty bows. Many of the models were draped in pearls. Particularly adorable were the... Read Full Story
Savile Row is a street in Mayfair, London that is basically synonymous with bespoke tailoring. The street, as well as surrounding areas, is riddled with tailor's shops. Like Little Italy in New York City, Savile Row has become a safe haven for many people with the same interest: tailoring. Tailors have been filling this area up since the early 19th century, and these artisans have worked extremely hard to build their well-established businesses. These businesses hold both quality and style... Read Full Story
Luella Bartley, a famous British designer whose clients include Gwyneth Paltrow, Sienna Miller and Amy Winehouse, announced that she will show her new collection at the London Fashion Week in September.
Bartley has spent the last 6 years promoting her collections in New York. Her decision coincides with the opening of her first store in [...] Read Full Story
