Last night was the opening night of Brighton Fashion Week. H is modelling for them so mum and I headed down to watch it.
I wasn't really sure what to expect of this show as this was the 'Brighton Frocks!' night which is billed as a
"playground for alternative and costume designers challenging the
expectations of contemporary fashion and theatre by taking you on an
off-the- wall journey through a world of wickedly wild and wonderful
collection" which let's face it sounds a bit hit or miss to me.
In amongst the wild there was most certainly some wonderful and this collection from Louise O' Mahoney stood out as beautiful theatre to me. Her retro inspired costumes are like fairytale dresses, the kind you dreamt of wearing as a little girl twirling in a summer dress. Well, I did anyway. The enormous bows and total twirliness sealed the deal for me.
I'm not sure my photos do them justice really as a lot of the wonder came in the way they moved, the enormous polka dot gown had a fabulous flounce movement as the model walked.
I love the way Louise has played on her surname to come up with Oh my Honey. I love stuff like that.
If you like the 50's retro look then make sure to check out
her website which includes a really beautiful
wedding collection.
