collection and ventured back to the golden era of the Fifties, this time in an autumnal pallette of darks and weighty fabrics such as wools, tweeds and velvets. Prom skirts and a-line dresses were decorated with oversized polka dots and frills, worn over

next season. Predominant colours were burgundy, camel and grey on tweed, crushed velvet and faux fur fabrics. Lace up brogues and thigh-high pirate boots set the precedent for shoe styles, as well as cute ballet-inspired pumps with square toes (as seen

with panels of different fabrics that can make a dress mix and match for alternate colourways and her idea of baked biscuit buttons where the child participates in the creation of the garment.The winner of the Accessory category was Michela Grassetti who gave

heard that the label’s iconic symbols, such as the Greek frieze and the Medusa, will be reinterpreted with a sense of irony and include fun prints in natural fabrics. Celebrity mothers, including Jessica Alba, Gwyneth Paltrow and Jennifer Lopez, often

 abundance of Liberty print fabrics and we were impressed by newcomer Milla-Moo - who only had six dresses, but certainly made an impression. Don't miss... Junior discovering lots of exciting new children's fashion labels for SS12 as well as more from the perennially

Denim chic opened the show at Elsy for their SS12 collection at Pitti Bimbo 2011. The tradional workman's fabric was seen in an array of creations dressed with white casuals. Denim blouses with diamonte buttons and capped sleaves, flared skirts

There are so many different things that inspire me and here are just a few of them:•  Clothes and shoes have always been a great passion. I particularly love Marni and Bottega as the shapes and fabrics are so interesting.• For colours, I love

were the striking fabric treatments and details that punctuated dresses - burnout velvet floral patterns, BroderieChimiqu, ruching finished with raw edges, an assortment of shimmering sequin and beaded patterns.Rabbit fur coats were loose fitting

the hanger inside the leg of a stocking and pull until the fabric is taut. Tie a knot in the stocking to prevent it slipping off (make sure the hook still sticks out the top). Give your child a range of old clothes and fabrics – these will be used to make

are varied from straight leg to harem and gathered styles or skinny leggings layered under everything.Favored fabrics this season are tweeds, tartans, brocades, metallic weaves often decorated with beading, sequins and applique finishes. Knits are also