The Style Shift - The Future Of Fashion: Emerging Talent At LCAA
Following the hustle and bustle of London Fashion Week, I had the opportunity to attend the graduate fashion show at the London College of Contemporary Arts (LCAA). Throughout the show, each emerging designer took the opportunity to explore their distinct artistic visions and showcase innovative designs.
“A fusion of shapes and effortless movement”
To begin, we saw the outfits of Alessandro Borracci (@alessborr), using hues of blue and purple to create dresses oozing elements of fluidity. These dresses hung effortlessly over the models, the silhouette complimenting the human physique, a dress where thought out structure, creates an effect of fluidity. My personal favourite was his first piece.The asymmetrically cut jacket, crafted from the same fabric as the dress and bag, feels like an organic extension of the dress rather than a separate piece. Its sharp, off-balance silhouette not only adds intrigue but also enhances the outfit’s overall movement, making it feel like a singular, cohesive statement rather than individual garments. Its the sort of look, which would feel incomplete when worn separately.
"Precise cuts, bold contemporary statements”
Secondly, moving on to my personal favourite was Bilal Yadini (@dukefredo) his effortlessly cool designs made me feel like I was front row at a Diesel or A.P.C show. Each outfit had a clean and sharp cut, paired by perhaps one statement piece like sunglasses, a hat, or shoes with a pop of colour. My favourite was his first piece. The trousers and jacket form a perfectly coordinated set, with the collar seamlessly matching the trousers in colour.The straight-cut flatters the model’s figure, while a subtle flare at the bottom adds a refined edge. Completing the look, the sunglasses inject an effortless coolness, elevating the ensemble with an air of confidence and attitude.
“Plush meets the future”
Thirdly, we were met with the designs of Rachel Mocker (@trashangelss), where plush meets futurism. Each outfit featuring at least one standout crafted piece of fur combined with denim or leather. My personal favourite was her second piece. The all white outfit, paired with a patterned jacket added depth. The white, plush bag contrasted sharply with the, industrial chain it hung from, creating a striking contrast of softness and strength.
“Roman meets renaissance”
Emelia Adu-Botchway, designer of beautiful and complicated dresses.The one shoulder top, with its multi-directional lines creates a dynamic weave-like effect that flows gracefully down the dress. Reminding one of perhaps the ancient Greeks and their impressive weave designs, a sort of allusion to eternity. Exactly what this dress seems to reflect, the roundness of the off shoulder sleeve makes the top of the dress never end. Moving the eye down, a soft- smooth, fabric gently falls, featuring slits on each leg that enhance movement while adding a touch of chic sophistication.A sort of Roman Toga meets Renaissance sophistication. Accessories completely unnecessary as they would only draw away from the infinite direction of this dress- this piece is the moment.
“Raw emotion splattered with paint”
Moving away from the fluid motion, we move onto Paolo Severos (@paolosevero111)
Collection. Each piece carries a bold statement. The piece which drew mine (and probably everyone in the audiences) attention was the one which was paired with a giant, human heart.
The top, with its bold cut-outs and sleeves in two contrasting colors, joins a skirt, which can only be described as a whirlwind of fabric. Holding a massive human heart- paired with splattered pink paint- this becomes a design you simply cannot focus on one thing. This choice, I believe, deliberate, alluding to the designers message to present their creations as raw and unapologetically exposed for the world to admire. Perhaps the model carrying her own heart to remind the audience of the humans behind these designs, that fashion isn’t simply something mass produced by a machine, reminding that there is a person behind each design that enters the fashion world
“ Clothes with versatility and the evolution of design”
Lastly, we had designs by Jordan Chianello (@madeinsreatham_) which can only be described as a performance as well.
His models wore a black mask, covering the entirety of their face (a subtle nod to Kim Kardashian's head-to-toe Balenciaga spandex look at the 2021 Met Gala). Chianello interestingly showed the versatility of his designs, by having three of his models switch parts of their clothes in the middle of the runway. This highlighted the adaptability of his pieces, allowing each look to change and evolve perhaps a statement to how fast fashion evolves or can evolve, as well as practicality being a respected part of fashion and not only the look.
Each designer brought to the show a fresh new perspective to the fashion world. The variety of designers presenting their works was a welcome change. I felt that everyone in the audience was free to interpret each collection in their own way. Overall, it was an experience that celebrated the richness of diversity in fashion design and promises good things in our fashion future.
Written by Theoniki Dribusch, Celebrity and Trends Correspondent
Edited by Daisy Packwood, Fashion Editor
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