The LCM (London Collections Men) have began which means two months worth of fashion weeks are set to unfold in New York, Paris, Milan and London.
The AW15 collections can be watched on Fashion Soundtrack for that winter wardrobe inspiration. Watch the shows below…..
The UK’s biggest showcase of menswear, was opened with events including a Superdry presentation on Regent Street and a Rake magazine party at Claridges before commencing today with the TOPMAN show. Chair and Editor of GQ, Dylan Jones OBE welcomed guests who turned up in force from all over the world at The Hospital Club in London with a speech that marked what is the beginning of a four day showcase set to start the menswear season across the world. Guests included Minister of State for Culture and the Digital Economy, Ed Vaizey, industry figure heads, press, buyers, committee members and official London Collections: Men ambassadors including David Gandy, Dermot O’ Leary, Douglas Booth, Nick Grimshaw, Oliver Cheshire, Robert Konjic and Tinie Tempah.
Christopher Shannon
Christopher Shannon Menswear began in 2008, with a vision of moving British menswear on from its legacy of fine tailoring and a mission to create modern, relevant garments drawing on diverse references. The label is stocked by trend- leading stores around the world, such as Harvey Nichols, IT, Opening Ceremony, 10 Corso Como and Space Mue.
Aquascutum
Aquascutum was founded in 1851 by high quality tailor John Emary with the mission to provide stylish protection from the unpredictable British weather. In May 2012 YGM Trading gained complete control of the brand globally acquiring the UK arm. Committed to elevating the brand image and restablishing their position with the luxury fashion market.
Lou Dalton
Lou Dalton has established herself as a starlet of British Menswear, generating a fever of excitement amongst those influential to showcasing British fashion talent. This support to date has manifested itself through awards from Fashion East and the BFC NEW GEN MAN. Her show has opened every season since London Collections: Men started in June 2012.
Her signature aesthetic showcases contemporary classicism and refined tailoring that has been defined by her working-class roots and her stylish Teddy Boy father. She has the ability to develop exceptionally well crafted garments that are both considered & thought provoking.
Lee Roach
Having graduated from Central Saint Martins BA course in 2010, Lee’s spring/summer 2011 collection featured in Selfridges ‘Bright Young Things’ initiative. He has worked with Meadham Kirchhoff, Kilgour on Savile Row and Peter Saville.
Maharishi
Maharishi literally translated means great seer, started in 1994 with the vision to create environmentally sound, fair-trade produced, long-lasting, high-quality, utilitarian clothing. The collection has always included hemp and natural fibres, organic cottons and recycled military clothing.
The brand has evolved into one of the UK’s most influential designer labels, offering men’s, women’s and children’s collections available from exclusive fashion retailers worldwide. Founded by Hardy Blechman, Maharishi carries a strong ethos of respect for nature while utilising the latest technology.
Nigel Cabourn
Hailed as a cult British designer, Nigel Cabourn has worked in the industry for over forty years producing collections, which are not influenced by ‘fashion’ trends but driven by inspirational stories of real people in history and vintage military, outdoor and work wear pieces.
A passionate and avid collector of vintage clothing since the late 70s – he has amassed an archive of over 4,000 pieces – unearthed from all corners of the globe. It is from this ever – increasing archive that Nigel draws inspiration for styles, fabrics and details to ensure that each collection has a real story, sense of history and integrity.
His aim to create a brand that celebrates the best of British has been realised with his Authentic line, launched in 2003, which uses quality heritage fabrics and is produced in British factories to the highest standards and craftsmanship.
Astrid Andersen
Astrid Andersen redefines the boundaries of contemporary menswear, questioning the juxtaposition of strength and sensitivity within the modern masculine aesthetic. Bold uses of branding and the ubiquitous logo make strong external statements about belonging, a constant theme for the brand. Astrid Andersen is a true innovator with a global following for her genre leading approach to premium sportswear. Astrid graduated from The Royal College of Art in 2010 and went on the win the Brioni Creativity and Innovation Award and the River Island MA Student Bursary Award designing three looks for the high street retailer.
Ede & Ravenscroft
EDE & RAVENSCROFT enjoys a rich heritage that stretches back to 1689 when, as a family firm of tailors, it was entrusted to create the robes for the coronation of William and Mary. Today, it is one of only a few companies to hold three Royal Warrants and has provided robes for 12 coronations, as well as numerous state openings of parliament and countless royal, civic, legal and academic ceremonies.
The menswear collections at Ede & Ravenscroft continue this sartorial tradition, evoking the quintessential British look for town and country with exquisitely crafted ready-to-wear, made to order and bespoke tailoring. A complete range of formal tailoring is available (morning dress, white and black tie) as well as an impressive range of casual essentials.
Agi & Sam
Agi studied Fashion Design at Manchester School of Art and Sam studied Illustration at University of Lincoln. While producing print for Alexander McQueen, Karl Lagerfeld, J.W. Anderson, Armand Basi and Carolyn Massey, he learnt the theory of production, colour and fabric. Agi trained at a Soho based tailors, before spending a year with Alexander McQueen working alongside the menswear team. At McQueen, he learned primarily the importance of research, and the extent at which creativity can be explored. He then went on to work for himself briefly before setting up Agi & Sam.
Fashion East Men’s Presentations
Fashion East’s Men’s Presentations is a ground-breaking platform recognised for championing the brightest emerging menswear talents in a series of presentations.
Launched in 2009 by Fashion East as an accompaniment to the MAN catwalk initiative with TOPMAN, the event is central to London’s incredible reputation for menswear talent.
The initiative often acts as a springboard for designers who go onto MAN, NEWGEN MEN and solo catwalk shows.
Oliver Spencer
Oliver’s fashion cast and front rowers included; David Gandy, Paul Weller, Vanessa White and Oliver Cheshire..
Matthew Miller
Matthew Miller has a design philosophy that positions fashion as a product, just like ceramics or furniture, balancing simple manufacturing values with an artist’s approach to his craft.
The visual language of art and gallery spaces is referenced throughout Miller’s work with labels reading Untitled, Mixed Media, Dimensions Variable that feature both Ms underscored, choosing to subtly call out his initials on a garment rather than plaster his name all over it.
Christopher Raeburn
Raeburn graduated from the Royal College of Art in 2006 with an MA in womenswear. He freelanced as a pattern cutter before setting up his own studio, and later his eponymous label. Raeburn became known for his creative reinterpretation of military fabrics
Thomas Pink
Mr. Pink was an 18th century London tailor who designed the iconic hunting coat.The coat was made of scarlet cloth but was always referred to as PINK in honour of its originator. Scrupulous attention to detail, exclusive fabric and exquisite craftsmanship were the hallmarks of a PINK coat.
Hardy Aimes
Born in London’s Maida Vale in 1903, Hardy Amies opened the doors of his Savile Row headquarters in 1945 and soon became a pioneer of British tailoring.
Today, the Hardy spirit lives on in menswear designed under the stewardship of Creative Director, Mehmet Ali.
Sibling
SIBLING is a collaboration between Joe Bates, Sid Bryan and Cozette McCreery. SIBLING launched on May 29th 2008. The premier menswear collection included bright and playful subversions of classic knitwear styles such as cashmere Twinsets in sequin leopard and sparkling Bretons. Today, the leopard motifs, Breton stripes and vibrant colour have gone beyond aesthetics, becoming integral to the label’s DNA.
Joseph
Margaret Howell
Margaret’s men’s shirts in the 70’s, quickly attracted a loyal clientele who appreciated the quality fabrics and attention to detail. The shirts were sold internationally in the US and France and encouraged by Joseph Ettedgui, Margaret Howell opened her first London menswear shop in 1977 in partnership with Joseph. Today many of the designers shirts are still made by hand at the company’s dedicated shirt factory in North London.
