Graduate Fashion Week

With all the furore of Graduate Fashion Week I haven't yet had time to give my report, so late as it is, here we go. At the Brighton Uni Show there was a distinct wearability to the collections; sharp tailoring with floating feminine twists, structure balanced with soft colours and draped fabric, muted palettes with just a splash of considered colour, and gentle materials with a streak of experimental detail. Clean lines and simplicity really were the order of the day, apart from a few notable exceptions.

Jessica Watkins collection, 'Take me to the Prom. I dare you' stood out with a wholly different aesthetic. Inspired by the culture clash of America, the Norths preppy sport look and the deep Souths ragged plaid shirts, Watkins produced a Luella-esk girly show filled with romance and delicacy, oversized pom poms, and vintage sports equipment. Will be shooting some pieces from this collection in a few weeks so stand by for some pics!

Rasmus Rhode's collection, 'Motorcycle Diaries of Albrecht Durer', won the catwalk collection prize which was presented by Julien Macdonald. Here though, even the studs and slightly creepy skull caps didn't dominate from the successful tailoring of modern and edgy suits and gentlemans coats.

Holly Maloney won the portfolio prize, presented by Avsh Alom Gur. Inspired by architecture and structure her pieces really stood out in the knitted textiles category. Claire Pepper shot the collection, so visit her website for the amazing results.

Kyo Young Lee's collection, in a beautiful muted palette, showed tailored jackets, skirts and dresses with a feminine side. Gathered, ruffled and flowing silks and chiffon's, and statement embellishments. I would love to shoot this collection.

Big shoulders ruled the catwalk in Carys Baily's sheer sophistication and in Catherine Gerard's classical forms with armoured detailing. Hoping to shoot pieces from these collections too!

Pictures all to follow!