A dress commissioned to mark the centenary of the Titanic's maiden voyage kicked off Belfast Fashionweek's Designer night last night. An evening jam packed of local designers showcasing their amazingly creative and innovative talents for the fashion forward Belfast crowd gathered in the Europa Hotel.
Displayed to the backdrop of Madonna's new Nicki Minaj assisted track 'Gimme Ur Luv', Lizzie Agnew's individually named collection took centre stage. Opening the show to an incredible atmosphere setting the tone and standard for the rest of the evening. With timeless and classic dress after dress making their way down the sparkling pink and silver glittered catwalk. The colours ivory, off-white and well...white. Embroidered, embellishments and lace details all complimented every design with an accentuation on the waist through silk ties, belts and bow features prominent on every stunning piece.
Cara Couture showcased a similar approach opting for a more natural and earthy take on her catwalk designs. Silk organza, silk chiffon and vintage french lace bodice featuring Swarovski embellishment details and a few peplum fitted dresses thrown in for good measure.
The mood immediately shifted with Grazia quoted 'big hit' Zoe Boomer delivering an assortment of Spring/Summer looks in the shape of oversized light cotton t-shirts, shift dresses and silk kimonos. A touch of tropical floral prints in ocean blue and soft pink shades dominated with the closing number, a simplistic white silk chiffon ensemble paired with a gold necklace providing a perfect finish to a collection bursting with energy and an overall youthful fun feel.
John Paul Millinery came next with almost every colour of the rainbow being displayed. Headpieces, laced fascinators, feathered hats, and a pastel tweed signature hat were highlights. Emphasis on the pastel tweed. It was amazing.
Then came Ruedi Maguire whose passion for cutting edge design and intricate craftsmanship shone from start to finish. A skin coloured full length leopard print jersey dress. A stunning gold African embossed doll dress and a black leather dress with metallic stud detail to name a few standout pieces. Closing with a stunning black silk evening dress featuring a sensational cathedral train. Did I mention this was all done with Beyonce 'Crazy In Love' raved up remix blaring throughout? No? Well...now you get the picture.
Displayed to the backdrop of Madonna's new Nicki Minaj assisted track 'Gimme Ur Luv', Lizzie Agnew's individually named collection took centre stage. Opening the show to an incredible atmosphere setting the tone and standard for the rest of the evening. With timeless and classic dress after dress making their way down the sparkling pink and silver glittered catwalk. The colours ivory, off-white and well...white. Embroidered, embellishments and lace details all complimented every design with an accentuation on the waist through silk ties, belts and bow features prominent on every stunning piece.
Cara Couture showcased a similar approach opting for a more natural and earthy take on her catwalk designs. Silk organza, silk chiffon and vintage french lace bodice featuring Swarovski embellishment details and a few peplum fitted dresses thrown in for good measure.
The mood immediately shifted with Grazia quoted 'big hit' Zoe Boomer delivering an assortment of Spring/Summer looks in the shape of oversized light cotton t-shirts, shift dresses and silk kimonos. A touch of tropical floral prints in ocean blue and soft pink shades dominated with the closing number, a simplistic white silk chiffon ensemble paired with a gold necklace providing a perfect finish to a collection bursting with energy and an overall youthful fun feel.
John Paul Millinery came next with almost every colour of the rainbow being displayed. Headpieces, laced fascinators, feathered hats, and a pastel tweed signature hat were highlights. Emphasis on the pastel tweed. It was amazing.
Then came Ruedi Maguire whose passion for cutting edge design and intricate craftsmanship shone from start to finish. A skin coloured full length leopard print jersey dress. A stunning gold African embossed doll dress and a black leather dress with metallic stud detail to name a few standout pieces. Closing with a stunning black silk evening dress featuring a sensational cathedral train. Did I mention this was all done with Beyonce 'Crazy In Love' raved up remix blaring throughout? No? Well...now you get the picture.
Take a look at the collections and more at:
www.lizzieagnew.co.uk
www.blushboutique.co.uk
www.zoeboomer.com
www.johnpaul.biz
www.ruedimaguire.co.uk
All pictures courtesy of www.brendangallagher.com
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