 Art Becomes Fashion By Sara Darling Fashion Month might be over, but there is still time to soak up some incredible designs, which are on show at the Sofitel London, St James until June 20th. French artist Stephane Koerwyn is showcasing a number of his one-of-a-kind dresses and canvas paintings in an exhibition which opened during London Fashion Week, and the pioneering hotel in central London is the perfect backdrop for his experimental works. Merging the worlds of art and fashion, Koerwyn’s show stopping dresses are constructed from recycled Aluminium, and the cutting-edge designs are displayed as installations throughout the hotel lobby, along with more of Koerwyn’s artworks. Hailing from the south of France, he made his foray into art after quitting his high powered marketing career. Based in Paris, he focuses on pushing boundaries of the conventional art world, to paint on Aluminium sheeting. This unique approach breaths a new lease of life into the reflective surfaces when they are transformed into timeless wearable art for men or women. See them for yourself at the Sofitel London St James- which is the perfect backdrop for the vivid colours and complex textures which complement the vibrant décor of the hotel. The exclusive residence in central London is one of just 120 chic and decadent hotels which transcend time and offer an understated sense of luxury around the globe.
Visit Sofitel London St James for more information. 6 Waterloo Place, London, SW1Y 4AN Tel: +442077472200
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Fashion Editor: Savannah Barthorpe For his AW2020 collection, Bobby Abley takes a trip to 1970s California drawing on the area's vibrant subcultures- a heady mix of music, low-rider car culture and psychedelia. The themes within the collection follow the idea of a series of villain’s hang-outs – the mechanics’ garage, the Chinese restaurant, the martial arts club. Joining him on this colourful journey are Illumination’s expressive Minions. Abley puts the iconic characters to work on a series of bespoke prints including an Argyle silk design, denim printed with an op-art Minions graphic and a neoprene Minions camouflage. Key shapes in the collection include extra short and extra long kimono-inspired robes and oversized sweatshirts and shirts playing with the proportions of Minions versus humans. Workwear-inspired dungarees and boiler suits also feature. This partnership sets the stage for Illumination’s new movie, Minions: The Rise of Gru, which is set to hit theatres worldwide this summer. Bobby Abley
Fashion Editor: Savannah Barthorpe Creative Director: Christopher George TOBEFRANK believe in more than just saying the word “sustainability.” The company passionately believe it’s possible to create a genuinely inspirational fashion brand for people who want to know exactly what they’re wearing and where it comes from. Jerseys, wovens, denim and leather are all developed from creatively sourced sustainable fabric. These include recycled fibre, vegetable dyed cotton, vegetable leather, zero water technology washing and compressed apple juice waste. The company works with state-of-the-art factories in Turkey, which work to the highest standard to help create a collection, which is 90% sustainable using no virgin materials. The TOBEFRANK & MOLYNEAUX collaboration was born once the pair joined forces, and the collection proves you don’t have to compromise style to save the earth. The silhouettes of the collection are comprised of Elizabethan inspired high necks, tailored monochrome one pieces and high cut playsuits. Recycled laces trims with organza woven from recycled plastic and A-line chiffon cocktail dresses made from spun left-over cotton husk. Recycled wool coats in two tone off white and black with recycled buttons. TOBEFRANK
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