NEWS| Anne Sofie Madsen in Tomorrow's Journal Magazine

A series of beautiful illustrations by one of Fashion Scout's One to Watch alumni, Anne Sofie Madsen, has appeared in issue five of Tomorrow's Journal magazine. The detailed, textured works combine photography with illustration and border on the surreal, showing that she's as talented an artist as she is a designer. Having received a reputation internationally for her intricate dresses and bold pieces, Madsen was born and bred in Denmark. Known to experiment with contrast and material in the creation of impressive results, we can't help but agree with the publication's description of the designer as "one of Denmark's biggest design talents."

By Josh Walker (@josh_walker_)
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NEWS| Nova Chiu featured in Papercut Magazine

What better way to feature Vauxhall Fashion Scout designer Nova Chiu than in an editorial that focuses on electric prints and textiles. The designs, which are integrally inspired by ancient Chinese cultures, are a focus point of the above editorial in online digital magazine Papercut.

Nova Chiu, a LCF graduate, who wowed audiences as part of our One's To Watch AW12 showcase can be guaranteed to steal the limelight with her colourful, multicoloured and textured designs. Executed with modern lines and silhouettes means that every Nova Chiu collection screams bold, high fashion looks.

Her designs in the editorial include the polychromatic print skirt (top right) and texturised dress (worn underneath, bottom right). Nova Chiu's pieces are shown alongside designers Jayne Pierson, Malene Oddershede Bach and Eudon Choi.

View the whole editorial here.

Cass Gowing, VFS Blog Editor

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Images from Papercut Magazine

Photography by Shuhei Shine, Makeup by Yae Seno, Hair by Atsushi Takita, Styling by Alexandra Saushkina, Modelling by Aiste.