Prada

Miuccia Prada delivered a typically high-profile collection that blended the boundaries between ‘beautiful’ and ‘outlandish’. The army of models marched down the purple carpeted catwalk with their hair and make-up resembling ‘virtual princesses’, adorned in exquisite garments that adhered to Prada’s usual offerings: unique prints, coveted shoes and elements of menswear.

The shapes of the garments were streamlined and simple – cropped trousers were paired with belted jackets and layered under sleeveless midi-length coat dresses. Geometric prints in hues of burnt orange, mustard and purple clashed, amongst all black outfits embellished with gems on collars and hems. The accessories were typically notable: desirable doctors bags in shades of olive green, mustard and lilac and platform Mary-Jane shoes with vivid rubber soles will both no doubt be sell-out pieces.

Dolce & Gabbana

Domenico Dolce and Stefano Gabbana’s Fall 2012 collection was as lavish as one may expect from the duo, but had an atypical feeling of innocence heralded in the white lace dresses and pearl headbands.

Religious imagery featured heavily, with the duo citing their influence as their native Sicily. Thick black capes resembling cardinal’s vestments were embellished with ornate gold trim, the abundance of white lace hinted at communion dresses and embroidered renaissance prints featured flowers and cherubs.

Gucci

Frida Giannini presented a glamorous collection in dark hues of jet black, plum, bottle green and navy, boasting numerous red-carpet worthy dresses. There was an emphasis on menswear, with oversized jackets and flowing full-legged trousers. Opulent black velvet maxi skirts were paired with military jackets, whilst jacquard blazers were belted at the waist and worn with trousers tucked into knee-high boots.

Dark tapestry florals adorned floor-length gowns and jumpsuits, whilst luxurious feathers featured on boleros and on a show-stopping dress. The finale paraded elaborate dresses, constructed from wafts of black sheer chiffon dripping with shimmering jewels.

Burberry

Christopher Bailey entitled his Fall collection ‘Town and Field’ – blending the country roots of the brand with the city girl chic of his devotees. This fusion took typical ‘country’ elements of herringbone tweed jackets, washed out florals and embroidered owls and added ‘city’ twists by styling them with ruffled pencil skirts, layers of fringing and structured cardigans.

The collection hinted at the Victorian era – with bustling skirts on velvet coats, bellows pockets forming peplums on skirts and jackets, heeled oxford shoes and baker boy caps. Waists were defined throughout, with velvet and leather bow belts cinching in skirts and dresses. Accessories were abundant and highly-covetable; with stand-out pieces including studded leather gloves and the array of barrel and doctors bags that fastened with animal-head clasps.

The finale was typically theatrical, with the throng of models parading down the runway clutching umbrellas with decorative handles in the shape of ducks and foxes heads, as a scattering of faux snow fell from the ceiling.

Mary Katrantzou

The stand-out star of London Fashion Week, Mary Katrantzou presented a rainbow-hued collection of ordinary objects turned into intricate couture-worthy dresses. Her show was divided into sections by colour, with each colour inspired by the everyday items that made up the elaborate works of art worn by the models.

The show began with white creations featuring prints of spoons, moulded into shapes resembling Victorian-era corsetry, with oversized peplums and structured shoulders. This then led into dreamy wispy, feminine gowns, constructed from layers of swirling chiffon. The yellow fragment of the show was highlighted by the ‘pencil pencil skirt’ - a dress with its skirt constructed from elaborately meshed fanned pencils. Yellow gave way to a deep oxblood red, with curtain-tassel prints and a peplum adorned with typewriter keys. Blue had detailing of a claw-foot bath-tub, with Swarovski crystals and pearls emblazoned on structured skirts. Intricate patterns of hedgerow mazes were printed onto emerald-green gowns, followed finally by predominately black designs, showcasing prints of telephone dials.

The three-dimensional, surreal designs formed a theatrical show that captivated its audience from start to finish.

Matthew Williamson

Matthew Williamson’s Royal Opera House show marked the designer’s 15th anniversary, with a modern collection which was clearly focused on the futuristic. The designer’s signature bohemian style was given a grown up edge as tailored jackets and cigarette trousers mixed amongst flowing maxi dresses and autumnal floral print.

The collection fused a spectacular array of textures; heavy tweed coats shielded delicate chiffon, whilst pixelated sequin-adorned dresses were swathed in sheer and lace layers. Williamson made spectacular use of colour, illuminating the traditionally dark, muted colour palette of the Autumn/Winter season. Printed dresses stood out in a bright shock orange and deep red, evocative of an exotic Indian sunset. Space-age metallics also featured in the collection, with glistening gold being the hue of choice for blazers and tailored trousers.

Characteristic of the designer, eveningwear was the highlight of the collection. Printed, floor-length creations were embellished with sequins while metallic dresses were cut in bold shapes and given a suggestive twist with cut-out side details. A standout piece was the red baroque print, sequin embellished, ostrich feather trimmed cocktail dress. Matthew Williamson’s bold use of texture, pattern and print provided an awe-inspiring show which never failed to capture the audience’s imagination.

Diane von Furstenberg

Diane von Furstenberg’s Fall collection showcased the designer’s love of colour and print. Bold and bright colour combinations were styled throughout the show – pairing deep plum with pillar-box red and vivid ochre with fuchsia pink - , although these garments could also be paired with neutrals as statement pieces. An array of surrealist prints was spearheaded by tessellated monochrome hands, printed on a fitted dress. Musical notes, speech marks and interlocking chains followed, emblazoned on silken blouses, oversized coats and draped jumpsuits. Continuing the surrealism, colourful bags were in the shapes of hearts or -with hints to Salvador Dali - clock faces.

Despite the array of daring hues and statement prints, the overriding theme of the collection was that of elegant, effortless, seductive glamour. The majority of dresses were body-conscious, midi-length styles, revealing little yet accentuating the feminine figure. Thick metallic belts cinching waists, elbow-length leather gloves and plunging red-carpet-worthy gowns further highlighted the name given to the show: ‘Rendezvous’.

Tibi

Fusing the minimalism of the nineties and the shapes of the swinging sixties, Amy Smilovic presented a masculine inspired collection of sleek separates. Cropped slim-fit trousers and tailored maxi skirts were styled with neat turtlenecks and crisp shirts, in a monochromatic colour palette of black and cream. Short dresses and flat ankle boots were paired with boxy coats, scraped back hair and minimal make-up. This collection was aimed at a grown-up, polished Tibi girl, with an androgynous edge.

Smilovic prioritised on the cut and texture of the garments, blending the thick woollen coats and cotton tailoring with lurex brocade and matt paillettes. Colour and print were kept to a minimum – with only brief flashes of emerald green and a scattering of a classy monochrome bird print.

Helmut Lang

The second ever catwalk outing from Helmut Lang demonstrated that Nicole and Michael Colovos know who their devotees are. Effortlessly cool urbanite uniforms were presented in a colour palette of predominately black and neutrals, highlighted with occasional flashes of ruby red. Leather blazers, asymmetric swathed jersey and cobweb knits were paired with skinny jeans and thigh-high wedge boots. A draped shearling jacket particularly stood out as an easy-to-style piece that will be highly coveted.

Ethereal prints resembling elements of nature occasionally featured on jersey, boots, blazer jackets and accessories. These prints appeared effortlessly fused with the predominately black garments, often styled head-to-toe for a high-impact look.

Get the look of New York’s most stylish on the front row this fashion week! Olivia Palermo’s city-chic monochrome ensemble is practical yet stylish: a tailored jacket is the perfect piece to slip on over this Miu Miu peplum top between shows, whilst an oversized tote is essential for carrying all of your fashion week necessities.

Poppy Delevigne’s downtown cool look will take you from day to night. The Acne Pistol boots are perfect for running between shows and the Swarovski by Christopher Kane Bolster necklace dresses up the outfit for evening parties.

Visit a Flannels store this weekend, for last minute Valentine’s Day purchases to treat the man or woman in your life. Any girl would be flattered to receive a pastel pink Miu Miu crystal clutch bag, a lace-print 1950s style Prada dress or a heart-shaped Mulberry keyring. Opt for shades of red and pink for must have Valentine’s Day gifts. And for the man in your life? Look to go-to classic pieces that can be worn across seasons; a silver Toy Watch, a Mulberry Elkington satchel or a Dries Van Noten fashion knit. Also staple accessories or a high-tech pair of Beats by Dr Dre headphones are sure to please. All available in the Flannels stores. For store locations click here

This year sees the 30th anniversary of the iconic Italian label, Stone Island. Since the brand’s conception in 1982, director Carlo Rivetti has strived to research into and experiment with innovative fabrics to produce pioneering garments.

Originally a line of seven jackets made from a unique fabric, Stone Island has grown over the years to encompass a legacy of ground-breaking designs.

In 1990, the Ice Jacket was produced, which responded to changes in temperature by drastically changing colour. This was followed by the Reflective jacket in 1991, which reflected light from even the weakest light sources. Seeking to utilise the latest technological advances, Stone Island continued to rapidly expand its product range.

To celebrate thirty years of the brand, Carlo Rivetti has recently launched a year of commemorative events. Stone Island will be hosting a fashion show at Pitto Uomo in June, where there will be a retrospective showcasing the brand’s archive. This will be closely followed by the release of a book containing 300 iconic images of the brand, drawing from historical archives and research.

There will be a selection of commemorative jackets, illustrating Stone Island’s past, present and future, that will be available at Flannels for Autumn/ Winter 2012.

Available now is the Spring/ Summer 2012 collection, featuring a range of brightly coloured polo shirts, water resistant jackets and lightweight Ghost jackets.

Collective’s luxury range of T shirts are emblazed with eye-catching photography from the world’s most iconic photographers.

The cult label was established in 2009 and has quickly become known for the exceptional quality of their simple cotton garments and their commitment to ethical production values.

Collective are renowned for their creative collaboration with legendary photographer Terry O’Neill, whose covetable photographs depict the biggest icons from musicians to stars of the screen.

With a career spanning an incredible six decades, Terry O’Neill has captured the likes of Muhammad Ali, Elton John, The Rolling Stones and Brigitte Bardot.

The photographer’s partnership with Collective sees some of his most iconic prints immortalised on wearable, organic cotton canvases.

Producing limited numbers of each design, Collective garments are truly collectable pieces of art.

Look out for further lines from Collective, featuring prints by the late Bob Carlos Clarke; famed for his striking, provocative imagery.