Miu Miu Love!

Without a doubt my favourite collection of S/S 12!

Miu Miu have never really caught my eye until now, and I have fallen for it all. The simplistic and understated style lines, with cuteness and quirk driven through with a passion. The patterns with such deep and jewel colouring all seem to bewilder me. The use of textiles and contrasting textures add a hidden depth that balances out fantastic!

I will be keeping a close eye on Miu Miu from now on I think!

Miu Miu Spring/Summer 2012 Advertising Campaign

Fantastic back colour for photo shoot. Adds fun, excitement and quirkiness to the campaign!

    

A clear sense of Japanese influence with a mix of decades from the 40's to the 70's!

Exciting!

On The Catwalk Spring/Summer 2012 Miu Miu Collection

Lace is a huge component this season with many designers jumping for it! However I have not seen much that is not coated in pastel tones. 

Love the edge to Miu Miu's dark hues with lace!

 Tribal also made a welcoming comeback to the catwalk. Miu Miu has touched on this slightly, which pleases me as I am not a fan of tribal wear! (Too Much Print)

Beautiful mini capes were seen a many at Miu Miu's S/S12 Show. The look is elegant and cute and looks adorable with this shift dress!

Minimalist Tailoring had a great reaction throughout the designers and this outfit is a must for achieving that eccentric professional! 

Beautiful shimmer in this silk minimalist coat. 

Absolutely love it and I am considering making a coat of a similar style! 

Patchwork Printing Mix Up! Again Miu Miu has embraced a signature piece throughout of the ribbon tie on the neckline. Simplicity which works fantastic!

Backstage at Miu Miu Spring/Summer 2012 Show

 60's Glamour Styling gives an understated look to keep focus on the garments!

 Mini Puff Cape Close Up 

I may try this!

Models before the show. 

Great photo for publication to show the contrasts of the collection towards the ad campaign.

 WOW!!

 I must have!

That is all

Work Uniform !

Recently I had to design and construct my own uniform! Things like this is why I love my job! We decided on purple for the colour and 50's as the theme, as we love flattery of a full skirt with a clinched in waist.

50's Style Wool Dress. With a high neckline, clinched waist and full skirt to hide the hips and thighs, this dress is perfectly flattering!

A Ribbon Strap back to create a bow, adds something different to the classic style and looks great when balanced with the front neckline.

50's Style Panelled Wool Dress with a cut out neckline and 1 piece cap sleeves. I used the same pattern for the skirt as the first dress, however decided a mix up to show the clients my technical skills was needed for the bodice. We have had a lot of fantastic feedback and interest with this dress!

The Back of The dress is the same idea as the front, however I mixed up the style lines. When worn the flattery of the panelling to seam you in and the clinching waist and skirt is all achieved.

 At my work we will be making our own uniform's every season now and I am already thinking up designs for S/S12 !! Exciting!

Imperfectlyperfect Jewellery stock up !

Full of pastels and juicy colours to welcome the summer! Wear any of these pieces and have an insist statement!  Stock is increasing and the take off of Imperfectlyperfect Jewellery is soon arising!!

I will keep you notified of the big launch!

Watch this Space

Follow up of Callanish Project

A few posts earlier, I blogged about my Callanish University Project, displaying the garment construction process and the final outcome. Well, we had our photoshoot and here is the finale!

The outfit fitted fantastic and the photo turned out brilliant so I am happy! Let me know what you's think if you like also and thank you to the lovely Amy for being my beautiful model. 

Alice Luker - Photographer

Another amazing creative mind, fell into my screen! 

Alice Luker is a London Fashion Photographer. Her focus is in editorial and commercial photography for publications and a privileged clientele. Alice's work has been showcased in various magazines, with some been these:

Alice was very kind to take time out of her busy schedule and answer a few questions for me:

Who is your inspiration? 

I am mainly inspired by art and history. My aim is to create imagery with a sense of meaning and depth, incorporating elements relevant to the concept. I believe that there is so much more beauty in an image which references both past and present. 

Perfection is a huge quality to your work, have you ever had a piece of work which you created not to your perfection, but had amazing feedback from it? 

If I wasn't happy with how one of my shoots turned out I would try my upmost to reshoot. I think the key to a successful shoot is to really understand your concept, plan each aspect with as much precision as possible and work alongside a talented team of creatives. I have quite a ruthless approach at times; a characteristic which can work to both my advantage and disadvantage. I strongly believe that in any creative profession you need to be brutally honest with yourself and your work in order to form a reputable position and survive in such a competitive industry. 

What has been your biggest achievement in your career to date? 

In October 2011 I won 'Public Choice' at the AOP (association of photographers) Open Awards. Being shortlisted as a finalist was an achievement in itself; although winning was fantastic. There have been occasions which have made me confident that I stand a chance of accomplishing my dreams and ambitions- this was certainly one of them. 

Alice Luker is definitely a photographer to look out for. Her career has already been a success, however I am sure there will be much more excitement and success to come! 

Thanks to Alice for her time and inspirational words.