Alice In Wonderland - Review

So i went to see the new Tim Burton offering on friday and had mixed feelings about it. Although i personally liked it, i felt it wasnt worth all the hype surrounding it. And there was also a bit of opinion swapping - i thought id love Depp in it but actually i was disappointed in his performance, but i adored Mia's portrayal of Alice... she really does have 'gravity'.

But most importantly were the costumes!! Created and designed by of course Colleen Atwood, they were sensational... and very Galliano inspired i thought. They made the movie for me, especially the red, fluted dress Alice wears in the Red Castle - amazing!

Check out this link: http://pagesonline.it/pagesblog/2010/02/24/alice-in-wonderland-the-costumes/

Collection update

So my morning routine goes as follows at the moment... wake up, get out of bed, catch sight of fabric/sketches/samples, smile! I think im actually a little in love with my collection, which is awesome after hating my jacket last term. I feel like theres a massive chunk of me in it, as well as tributes to my favourite designers (note the monochrome). Im currently making my second round of toiles, which is taking a lot longer then i first thought, due to the mass amount of structural negoitation im having to do with each piece. I spent an entire day spray starching my crazy pointed skirt last week, just to have it go limp again after a couple of hours, so im investing in a series of metal rods to help with the structure... fingers crossed! The cape is proving troublesome for such a simple concept but im getting there - i have the fabric for it, which is stunning, so im determined to nail it this week. And the other three dresses are taking shape slowly... im kind of veiwing this review as just another stepping stone to getting the perfect outcome, which is helping to keep my stress levels down! Anyway, pictures next week X

Fashion As A Forum - Update

Okay so its nearly essay deadline time and its actually going pretty well. I've got my first draft done and signed off so its just down to the real thing now with all the touch ups. I've actually really enjoyed writing it and creating my (hopefully) massive research file, and we'll see soon if it lives up to expectations lol. It also gave me the excuse to watch every single live stream from london fashion week as "research" which was pretty awesome - although im a bit bored of technological side of fashion at the moment, as EVERYBODY is doing it... longing for the intimate couture showings of old!!

I love this set of shots of Fashion week - especially a pair of green/brown leather shoe boots, a white structured coat and the amazing use of fur. Check it out: http://www.style.com/trendsshopping/stylenotes/021110_Tommy_Ton_NYC/

Collection - Beginnings

So i've started constructing my final collection today from my finalised designs and its actually really exciting! I've made a little progress on two of my dresses - one with a film strip cage around it and the other which is assymetric with 3d pieces. The basic shapes have proved reasonably easy but its getting the details and the fit of the bodice perfect thats been tricky.

Topshop are collaboarating with Danielle Scutt!!!!!!!!!!! I'm so excited!!!

Fashion As A Forum - 2

Second theory lesson was good. I'm still really into this academic aspect of the course and literally cant wait to start my essay. I've done a lot of research since last week on my chosen subject. Im looking at catwalks old and new and researching the use of technology and film in presenting collections, such as those made by Alexander McQueen. Also as i think atmosphere and mood is so important at catwalk shows and exhibitions, I'll be discussing whether technology adds or takes away from the atmosphere of fashion events. Really excited!