Jordan Jnr. Amy Childs has brought an alternative edge to Essex in the sultry, striking editorial for TOPMAN Generation. Dazed and Confused photographer Micheal Hemy and stylist Melissa Thompson worked their magic and.... Vajazzle! Amy was transformed into a voodoo child in 70s inspired vintage jumpsuit, fur gilet, chunky rings and wide brimmed hat.
The foxy lady has her fingers in all the fashion pies, with her ever popular AW11 line Amy Childs Collection causing online crashes as her fans flocked to take her skater skirts, tailored trimmed pieces and Stella McCartney inspired 'Dotty'dress as well as featuring in fashion bible,Vogue in toned down tan and 90s inspired monochrome shots.
From high end to high street, it seems 2012 will be All About Amy.
Having adored the last two collections from TOPSHOP Unique's creative team, Haute-fly was waiting with baited breath for the AW11 showcase. Creative Director Karen Bonser described the brand as ' Always fun and playful' and the upcoming fall collection is certainly what it states on the collar. Think DeVil meets Dalmatians and The Great Depression. Art Deco designs printed on lemons and uniform navy's whilst Pongo and Perdeta sit embellished on conservative creams with cropped trousers. Box jackets, hot pants, burlesque basques, sailor jumpsuits and faux fur coats create a unique and ever fun collection. An intelligent and playful ensemble of pieces which are cosy, cuddly and classic... and which certainly won't have you on PETA's most wanted list. This AW11, Haute-fly is wondering how many of us will be asking ' How much is that doggy in the window?'...
Deco Grunge
2012 may be being referenced heavily to the 1930s both in the economy, politics and fashion, but there is still plenty of things for us to smile about! In the look Deco Grunge free-spirited festive - flappers meet grunge glam. So ladies - invest in key pieces this season and be set to strike a pose in satin slips and fluffy feather capes!
Ivory Pleated Midi Slip £46.00
Cream Embellished Shorts £60.00
Premium Stand Out Tux Blazer £75.00
Midnight Angel
From dusk till dawn, this NYE strike a statement silhouette as the clock strikes midnight. Choose from a selection of skins and take the rough with the smooth, mixing and matching silk and chiffon's with obligatory studded slippers and high gloss leggings.
Stud Leopard Corset Dress £150.00
Silk Chiffon Sleeve Shirt £45.00
Vecra3 Studded Slippers £28.00
Bavaria
Take it back to the traditional, designing an outfit arrangement that takes note from European folk art this AW. Customise and tweak your tired wardrobe with floral flecks, which will not only give you an authentic look to be treasured but will also make you look blooming marvellous!
For AW11 Miss Selfridge seems to have graduated into grown up glamour with Mulberry inspired metallic midi skirts and embellished Balmain shift dresses ( as well as a little Alexander McQueen influenced diamante skull clutch). It seems like Miss S took a crack of the whip from PPQ and Giles too, following suit in the fetish forward parade. Disco Diva or Little Minx this season?
Split Front Maxi Dress £45.00
Bronze Cut Out Maxi Dress £55.00
Wetlook 1 Maxi Dress £50.00
Bronze Sequin Maxi Dress £99.00
Bree Mirror Print Dress £42.00
AW11 Knitwear comes in a variety of block rocking colours. Miss Selfridge is clashing brights for a casual cool style, dipping from the palettes of Jil Sander,Stella McCartney and Christopher Kane's neon SS11 shade. Yet some pieces take a new spin on the term 'power jumper' and should not be worn by the faint hearted...
Mr. Lauren is back with a little slice of his luxury lifestyle brand. It is all exquisite, exotic elegance with classic, clean lines and a chinoiserie decorative influence. Sweeping silk gowns, attention to Art Deco detailing and nods to 1930s glamour create a sophisticated and sleek collection. Livingston Broadcloth shirts and tailored tweed show that Ralph is upkeeping the heritage with a beautiful blend of East meets West. Construct your very own eclectic and elegant pieces this season...
It's that time of year again with the showcase of the New Look AW11 collection. 450 fashion bloggers, freelancers and feature writers flocked to view the hot picks for this season!
Senior Designer, Charlotte Gray revealed, "We have got the Baroque Gypsy trend which is inspired by the Balmain collection and we also have Wild Thing! which is all animals markings." Her personal favourite? "I quite like the 60s Story with all the colours! It's very pretty and girly and quite sophisticated all at the same time."
Fash pack favourites Hilary Alexander and Caryn Franklin were spotted in the showroom. Ms. Franklin sais of the collection, "The detail, the embellishment, there are some really good touches which make the clothes look a lot more expensive than they are." It seems the pefect pick for both the winter forecast and economic expense this season...
Designer Giles Deacon brought the high end straight to the high street with fantastic results. He said of the collection,"These are great pieces you are going to get noticed in!" and fashionistas couldn't give enough praise to the pieces.
Christina McDowell of GMTV gave the final verdict, " I loved it!this cannot be on the high street! It's designer worthy!"
Haute-fly is definatley going to be getting a new look this season!
AW11 Cocktail Hour
Inspired by the roaring '20s, Art Deco and the Jazz Age, think Strictly Come Dancing meets Coco Chanel with beaded shugs and flap pocket tailored chinos. If the charlston gets you in a flap then strike a languid pose with bobbed hair and a sheer beaded overdress. So will it be a martini, mojito or manhatten this cocktail hour? Just remember.... Keep dancing!
Parasian Belted Flare Dress £24.99
Mink Frill Sleeve Jumpsuit £32.99
Beaded Mesh Camisole £22.99
Beaded Shrug £20.00
AW11 Fabulous Forties
Vintage is all part of the fashion vernacular, so what's new? Mulberry inspired midiskirts, tulip paperbag skirts, boxy tailored blazers and beautiful belted and buttoned shorts! Try prim and trim or a retro red lip with this lovely look this season!
With all these short days and long nights are you having a little seasonal lag? Are you more like (The Lion) the Witch and the Wardrobe in the early morning or can't you wait for the Christmas creep? To keep up the warm front this season we have created High Street, Hot Steps where you can hand pick your haute picks for AW11!
Amy Winehouse paved the way for fellow London girl Adele, being the millennium mod and taking notes from the 50s,60s,70s and 80s trends to create her own signature style. A little bit soul, a little bit skinhead, from her trademark tees and tats to beautiful beehive, Amy's androgynous style made her a true classic - The original Landan girl.
In collaboration with the Fred Perry brand, the SS12 capsule collection reveals some hidden treasures from the lioness herself.
