My London Fashion Week Diary: Basso and Brooke

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My London Fashion Week Diary: Basso and Brooke

LFW Diary: Entry 7

Basso and Brooke - Autumn/Winter 09

The dynamic duo Bruno Basso and Christopher Brooke presented an extra special collection of divine prints and playful designs for their Autumn/Winter offering. Having won Fashion Fringe in September 2004, the pair have been perfecting their eccentric and individual style over the last five years. Technology is always a big inspiration for them, and this year digital printing takes centre stage throughout their work.

Style notes: The pieces are like contemporary works of art with watercolours and pastels dominating the designs. Digital prints combine for bittersweet kaleidoscope of colours and a delicious mix of ornate and primary shapes. My favourite is the pencil dress, nipped at the waist with a bright orange band, featuring eye-catching cubic art across the front - it's just beautiful.

Colour notes: Paintbox pastals, shimmering greens and industrial greys.

Gossip: One fashionista said to another "It's tacky, but still somehow tasteful!"

Here are my highlights from the catwalk:

Click here to see the catwalk video
For information on Basso and Brooke's collection see londonfashionweek.co.uk

Basso and Brooke
29-35 Rathbone Street
London
W1T 1NJ
www.bassoandbrooke.com

Images credit: Catwalking.com