FASHION

The Best of the Best from London Fashion Week Spring 2016

Creative genius, dramatic gowns, brights to beat the band…

by Gianluca Longo

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The Best Backstage: Erdem The designer’s culturally rich mood board provided insight into his collection.

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The Best Black and White Print: J.W. Anderson Just look at this!

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The Best Brights: Christopher Kane It was hard to choose just one look.

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The Best Creative Moment: Anya Hindmarch The designer’s mirrored triangles were Instagrammed around the world.

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The Best Denim: Marques Almeida Obviously.

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The Best Dramatic Look: Giles Deacon Feathers! Ruffles! Tulle!

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The Best Runway: Ashish In addition to putting men in sequins, Ashish put models on skateboards.

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The Best Inspiration: Duro Olowu The designer cited this book for his Spring 2016 collection.

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The Best Location: Simone Rocha She presented her collection at Spencer House.

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The Best Show to Arrive Late To: Jonathan Saunders I could see the collection even better from the back.

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The Best Seating Card: Charlotte Olympia Names were printed on clear Plexiglass clutches. Très chic.

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The Best Tableau Vivant Presentation: Edeline Lee The designer had some stiff competition, but ultimately won by a landslide.

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The Best Blazer: Burberry Prorsum Hat tip to the gold piping.

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The Best Smile: Liya Kebede at the De Beers Dinner at Claridges How could I not take a selfie?

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The Best Nerd Moment: Nicholas Kirkwood Pac Man fans, you’re welcome.