Fab Flash: Fur Companies Fund Designers


Updated 11/02/09 5:50 PM · Posted by FabSugarUK · 2 comments

Fur Companies Pay London Based Designers

You might have noticed an increased amount of fur on the catwalks last month as designers attempt to break fashion's biggest taboo. Well, it seems its appearance might not be as innocent as you think as an investigation by The Times discovered that some designers are being funded by major fur companies. Danish fur giants Saga Fur and Kopenhagen fur are involved in this scheme to encourage use of Read more

FABTV: Behind the Scenes at William Tempest


Updated 03/15/09 12:05 PM · Posted by FabSugarUK · 0 comments

FABTV: Behind the Scenes at William Tempest

William Tempest didn't win the Fashion Fringe competition last year, but with a few careful placed red carpet appearances he has managed to make quite the name for himself. This season his show was off-schedule but he still had a star studded front row which included Emma Watson. He has now collaborated with Sony VAIO to share his fashion adventures. See below for behind the scenes and catwalk Read more

Autumn 2009 Trend Alert: Colourful Nails


Updated 03/06/09 3:30 PM · Posted by BellaSugarUK · 0 comments

Nail Polish Trends

Details are everything, especially when it comes to fashion and beauty. That's why I love how designers and makeup artists have collaborated to come up with fun and funky nail polish colours to enhance the look of their clothing on the Autumn 2009 runways. Take a peek at these seven shades and tell me which you are most likely to wear with your winter wardrobe. Read more

On Our Radar: Day to Night Items are Economy Friendly at LFW


Updated 03/06/09 10:27 AM · Posted by FabSugarUK · 0 comments

On Our Radar: Day to Night Items are Economy Friendly at LFW

London Fashion Week defended its place in the fashion calendar for Autumn 2009 with some of the best designs and shows in recent memory. The standard was very high, although measures were taken to adjust to the economic climate. Some argue that London played it too safe, but catwalks also presented designs which were more of an investment than a one-off splurge. Whilst handbags are being toned Read more

Autumn 2009 Trend Alert: Smoky Eyes


Updated 03/06/09 10:04 AM · Posted by BellaSugarUK · 1 comment

London Fashion Week Makeup

This season, one of the most widespread makeup looks from the runway was a classical, black or charcoal smoky eye paired with a little bit of blusher for contouring and topped off with a pale lip. Take a peek of some of the sexiest smoky eyes from 2009 Autumn Winter London Fashion Week and tell me which is your favourite. Read more

Autumn 2009 Trend Alert: Red Lips


Updated 03/04/09 4:53 PM · Posted by BellaSugarUK · 1 comment

Autumn Red Lipstick

History repeats itself, even when it comes to fashion and beauty. So, it's no surprise to see red lipstick making it's appearance on the autumn catwalks again, and I must say, that I'm quite relieved that deep purples and blood-coloured goth-inspird lips are taking a break and giving the classics a chance to make their return. Take a peek at some of the red-lip looks from the runways of 2009 Read more

Backstage Pass To LFW A/W 2009: Avsh Alom Gur


Updated 03/03/09 5:00 PM · Posted by BellaSugarUK · 0 comments

London Fashion Week Makeup 2009-03-03 09:00:00

Sneaky me got to take a peek backstage at hair and makeup headquarters of the Avsh Alom Gur Fashion Show last week. Whilst the busy team from Toni & Guy were putting the finishing touches on the models hair, I caught up with head makeup artist Michael Gray. The inspiration behind this look was edgy with a soft, girly and pretty side. The goal was to create an 80's feel by going heavy on the Read more

Fab Flash: Jourdan Dunn is London's Top Model


Updated 03/03/09 12:02 PM · Posted by FabSugarUK · 1 comment

Jourdan Dunn at London Fashion Week

Late last year Jourdan Dunn was named Model of the Year at the British Fashion Awards beating off competition from Agyness Deyn. At London Fashion Week this month she proved her worth to the British fashion industry by appearing on a staggering 14 runways. She walked at some of the biggest shows including Twenty8Twelve, Julien Macdonald and Vivienne Westwood. Other models who made an impact Read more

Which Was Your Favourite LFW A/W '09 Show?


Updated 03/02/09 8:05 AM · Posted by FabSugarUK · 0 comments

Which Was Your Favourite LFW A/W '09 Show?

London Fashion Week is over for another season as attention moves to Milan and Paris. There were so many great shows in February including Twenty8Twelve's catwalk debut, and Luella and Vivienne Westwood's rebellious collections. There were also pantone stripes at House of Holland, bright knits at PPQ and gorgeous dresses at Peter Pilotto. It's a tough question, but which was your favourite? Read more