STRIPPED DOWN.

Stripped down to the bare essentials, the program for Marc Jacob’s latest collection was a direct reflection of the minimalism, but ever so powerful show that was to come. An artistic display at the completely opposite end of the spectrum from his last collection, Jacob’s drew inspiration form the pinnacle of New York magic. Think icy blonde hair, deep dark eyes and iconic black stockings, a tribute to the legendary Factory and it’s most infamous ‘it’ girl, Edie Sedgwick! Lead by a black and white clad Ruby Jean, the army of models tramped down the runway proving not only the powerful of the understated, but also the pure ingenious of Marc Jacobs. Simplicity with the backbone of slightly tragic glamour, this collection was proof that fashion’s power lies in it’s ability to tell a story, and this season, Marc Jacob’s proved the fabulously eccentric memory of Andy Warhol’s super star lives on! 

Team Twiggy

Twiggy was an icon of her era, with her androgenous frame, Vidal Sassoon pixie crop and exaggerated lashes she was the epitome of  ‘60s mod. The sixties marked a time of change and revolutionised a new approach to fashion. There was a distinct deviation from the long skirts and lady like dressing of the fifties, as the hemlines were raised and the waist became an insignificant feature. The youth quake that was booming, meant that fashion was not only filtering up from the streets, but was also being influenced by and targeted to, a much younger market. ‘60s mod was the look of the era and Twiggy was leading the way, with her stylised, distinct look.

It appears however, that Twiggy’s appeal and fashion status have ensured her look didn’t remain stagnant in the ‘60s. Fifty years later and she’s still a referencing point and fashion icon for the fun, frivolous and over-the-top look of the swinging sixties. Her style continues to influence the fashion industry and season after season Twiggy’s revolutionary look continues to be replicated...