Amelia’s Magazine | Busardi: London Fashion Week S/S 2015 Catwalk Review

Busardi SS15 by Isabelle Mattern
Busardi SS15 by Isabelle Mattern.

For the second season Busardi showed in London, this time taking to the catwalk in the opulent surroundings of a Georgian mansion in Mayfair for Air, a collection inspired by the landscapes of South America. The mother and son team from Thailand had looked to the glaciers of Patagonia, the plunge pools of Iguazu Falls and the pink sand of the deserts in Argentina, ably demonstrating their global outlook.

Busardi Spring Summer 2015, Illustration by Rosa Crepax and Carlotta Crepax, Illustrated Moodboard for Amelia's Magazine
Busardi SS15 by Rosa Crepax and Carlotta Crepax of Illustrated Moodboard.

The Busardi collection was squarely aimed at a glamourous upmarket crowd, with delicate lace details, feathers, brocade and satins aplenty. Subtly tousled hair and finest mesh, chiffons and silks all added to the airy feel, perfect in pretty pastel tones for the garden party set.

Gold rams head busardi
I chose my seat because it was next to a glorious marble fireplace decorated with golden rams’ heads (I do love the chance to see inside a fancy gaff)… thus ensuring that my photographs were rubbish, so I’ve used a few by the official photographer. Scroll down for the official video too.

Busardi 4 by Yannis Vlamos
Busardi 10 by Yannis Vlamos
Busardi 20 by Yannis Vlamos
Busardi 22 by Yannis Vlamos
Busardi 23 by Yannis Vlamos
Photos by Yannis Vlamos.

Busardi | Spring/Summer 2015 | Runway from Busardi on Vimeo.

Categories ,Air, ,Busardi, ,catwalk, ,Illustrated Moodboard, ,Isabelle Mattern, ,Mayfair, ,review, ,Rosa Crepax and Carlotta Crepax, ,S/S 2015, ,South America, ,SS15, ,Thailand, ,video, ,Yannis Vlamos

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Amelia’s Magazine | Best New Designs: Top Drawer and Craft London January 2014 Review

Wrap magazine trees and tools wrapping paper

It has been many years since I last attended the Top Drawer gift trade show at Earls Court, and the scope of what is now on offer is daunting to say the least: it’s no wonder it has recently split off into the separate Home London event and now Craft London. Having already visited those two I only made it around half of Top Drawer, missing out on much I’m sure. Oh well, there’s always next time.

Wrap Magazine paper with leaves and pot plants

Over in the greeting cards section it was great to meet the talented Polly and Chris from Wrap Magazine, who have produced a wonderful stand alone wrapping paper range to compliment their beautiful publication – it’s a natural move for this twosome, who have done a remarkable job of creating both a magazine and a product by harnessing the talents of the illustrators that they feature. They have a great aesthetic that is similar to my own and their unique commissioned designs stood out a mile at Top Drawer. You can read our recent interview here.

Eley Kishimoto wrapping paper for 1973 designs

Over at the 1973 stand a collaboration with cult fashion designers Eley Kishimoto caught my eye. Graphic patterns with names like Waltzing Vases and Naked Herrings feature signature colour ways that are unlike any other. Just fabulous.

Snowflakes socks for kids

I love brightly coloured and patterned socks. Snowflakes and Sunflowers specialise in ace affordable designs for kids, available in a boutique near you.

Jennie Maizels A-Z iron on patches

It was very exciting to finally meet illustrator and entrepreneur extraordinaire Jennie Maizels, whose expanding line of iron on patches now includes these brilliant letters, which can be bought separately to construct the words of your choice.

Elks and Angels sheepskin bear

Looking for an unusual and charming newborn gift? How about this adorable sheepskin soft Cuddle Bear for kids by Australian company Elks and Angels, distributed by Diddywear in the UK.

Plan toys cog puzzle

This is so cool: a gear puzzle from Plan Toys, a Thai company which specialises in ‘sustainable play’ and great design.

Colourful Dove bone china for kids

This fun bone china tableware range for kids is by Colourful Dove.

Sew Heart Felt seal slippers

Seal felt slippers designed in the UK and handmade in Nepal by Sew Heart Felt are extremely cute, dontcha think?!

Nkuku paper lanterns

Beautiful unusual shaped paper lanterns by Nkuku would look wonderful hung from the ceiling at any time of year. This company specialises in ecodesign and fair-trade gifts.

Susi Hines rotating gold rings

Over in the new Craft London section I loved these handmade oxidised gold and natural diamond rotating rings by jeweller Susi Hines.

Sarah Straussberg necklace

Finally, Sarah Straussberg is a young designer who recently graduated from Brighton University. Her really clever range of jewellery is all based on a very simple seed pod form. Loved it a lot.

You can read my report from the January 2014 Home London trade show here.

Categories ,1973, ,Brighton University, ,Colourful Dove, ,craft, ,Craft London, ,Cuddle Bear, ,Diddywear, ,Earls Court, ,Eco-Design, ,Eley Kishimoto, ,Elks and Angels, ,fairtrade, ,gifts, ,Home London, ,Jennie Maizels, ,jewellery, ,Naked Herrings, ,Nepal, ,Nkuku, ,Plan Toys, ,Report, ,review, ,Sarah Straussberg, ,Sew Heart Felt, ,Snowflakes and Sunflowers, ,Susi Hines, ,Top Drawer, ,Trade Show, ,Waltzing Vases, ,Wrap Magazine

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