Bright Young Things - Selfridges
The
title ‘Bright Young Thing’ tends to connote images of 1920s socialites, from
the Dandies to the Flappers; all of whom broke the boundaries and societal
expectations of their era. Therefore, in
a homage-like reference to the youthful icons of by-gone eras, Selfridges unveiled its 2012 ‘Bright Young
Things’ window display: a prestigious opportunity for the rising stars of
design to showcase their creations. Here
are a few of the Vauxhall Fashion Scout familiar faces...
Alice Lee
One
of four winners of our Ones-To-Watch Spring/Summer ’12 award, the duo behind
Alice Lee are firm favorites of Vauxhall Fashion Scout. By combining embellishment with a
monochromatic base, they have created a luxurious yet edgy simplicity, which
accentuates the figure beneath.
Silhouettes are structured, yet avoid
a harsh unwearability, and the amalgamation of hard and soft textures
enhances the juxtaposed beauty of the collection.
T Lipop
Tom
Lipop is no stranger to Vauxhall Fashion Scout, having showed their latest
incredible collection in the Ones-To-Watch MEN show at London Fashion Week in
2011. The clean purity of each garment
pierces through the barricade of identical masculine fashion. Breaking the typical conventions of
mainstream male attire, we are thrilled to see the brand’s stunning minimalist
aesthetic be appreciated by such a prestigious outlet.
MASC
Born from the idea of equipping the human form with an armoured elegance and chic minimalism. Masc collections translate notions of concealment, Japanese simplicity and body geometry into draped and structured silhouettes
After two seasons with
Hannah Marshall the couple launched their debut MASC collection, achieving
unprecedented success with a sophisticated and striking range. Entitled 'Carry My B-52' their SS12
collection was inspired by aircraft wings, translated into a signature
wing-shape pleating & innovate angular pattern cutting across luxurious
moss crepe, lightweight silk and supple lamb nappa.
Taking inspiration from experimentation with technique and form, his design signature is defined by an equal relationship between visual appeal and function integrity. The use of exquisite natural materials coupled with a high level of multidisciplinary craftsmanship results in desirable and visually striking luxury products which can be presented as objects of contemplation.
With
a modern and innovative style, the Adam Andrascik brand demonstrates a
celebration of simplicity and clarity in their collection, creating opportunity
for experimental cuts in each beautiful finished garment. The androgynous tones are complimented by an
obvious appreciation of the female figure; demonstrated by the subtle contours
around the waist. Featured in a Vauxhall
Fashion Scout exhibition in 2011, it is warming to see this beautiful brand
showcased elsewhere for all to see.
As
just a taste of the beautiful window displays on offer, we suggest you take a
quick trip to Selfridges to appreciate them, and the work of some inspiring new
talent, for yourself. Keep a weather-eye
on the fashion horizon; these Bright Young Things are certainly rising to
stardom.
Abigail
Gurney-Read