In
true outlandish Pam Hogg style, creating an electric sensation of
excitement, as the audience flusters in anticipation, a
musical
tribute to Steve Strange opens the show, leading on to hysterical
howling and references to little red riding hood in an malevolent
wood.
Alternative
models of differing heights and genders cascade down the run way clad
in eccentric headpieces, eye patches, tattoos and gold gloves. Hand
applique embroidery of flames and slogans ‘diamond dogs and
demons’, studs and pastel ribbons, cover the PVC leathers, velour,
sheer body suits and foil capes reinforce Pam’s concept of a
twisted fairy-tale seamlessly.
Though
original and ingenious the collection captures reminisce of Pam’s
Rock’N’Roll past, reflecting the idea of liberation, a time of
extremity, optimising British culture at its best.
Recapturing
the feeling of lack of restrictions Pam’s quirky designs,
complimented by sinister eye-makeup, backcombed hair and giant
leather heels, show the ingenious icon as a historically prominent
designer screaming a momentous message to the masses.
Lily
Gee, Sub Editor, @lilybethgee
Photography by @andrewrmoore