Spring 2012 London Fashion Week

London Fashion Week

Erdem Spring 2012

Delicate lace and feminine florals came together for a beautiful, ladylike show from Erdem for Spring 2012.
Erdem: Spring 2012

Delicate lace and feminine florals came together for a beautiful, ladylike show from Erdem for Spring 2012. We already know Erdem is high on Kate Middleton's radar after she wore Erdem several times on her North American tour this Summer, and for good reason. The brand manages to feel feminine and polished without an ounce of stuffiness.

  • Trends: ladylike, florals, lace.
  • Colors: shades of blue, yellow, and violet.
  • Key Piece: a floral trench, the floral dress with lace detailing.
  • Accessories: ankle-strap heels, delicate little car gloves.
  • Who Would Wear It: Feminine, polished girls — Keira Knightley, Diane Kruger, Kate Middleton, and Sarah Jessica Parker would look great in this collection.
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Temperley London Spring 2012

Pippa Middleton was front and center at Temperley London's Spring 2012 show.
Temperley London: Spring 2012

Pippa Middleton was front and center at Temperley London's Spring 2012 show. No wonder, as the Middleton sister is responsible for starting one of the year's biggest gown crazes when she attended the royal wedding reception in an emerald green Temperley gown. The collection was an elegant, silky nod to the '70s, with slinky camisole-like gowns, high-waist tap pants, and head scarves.

  • Trends: 70s glamour, silks, hot pants, lace, boudoir.
  • Colors: black, ivory, florals, navy, silver.
  • Key Piece: a long floral silk gown; the beaded ivory spaghetti strap gown.
  • Accessories: gorgeous statement necklaces, head scarves.
  • Who Would Wear It: Pippa Middleton was in the front row, but Temperley is geared toward feminine women who indulge their romantic side.
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Burberry Prorsum Spring 2012

If you ever wondered what London's take on the tribal trend would look like, look no further.
Burberry Prorsum: Spring 2012

If you ever wondered what London's take on the tribal trend would look like, look no further. "Joyous, upbeat, nostalgic" were the words Christopher Bailey used to describe his Spring collection for Burberry Prorsum, and that's exactly what it looked like as models strutted down the runway in an array of brightly colored trench coats, African-inspired printed sheath dresses, and, most notably, a cool array of parka jackets embellished with leather sleeves, whipstitch, and crochet detailing. Pretty pleated knee-length skirts and silk dresses injected a throwback touch while raffia pom hats, colorful woven wedges, and bold statement necklaces furthered Bailey's exotic theme. Check out more details from the collection below.

  • Trends: Colored trench coats, tribal-print dresses, glamorous parka jackets.
  • Colors: Orange, purple, peacock blue, green, mustard yellow.
  • Key Look: The elevated parkas will be a Spring must have.
  • Accessories: Pom raffia hats, colorful woven wedges and peep-toe pumps, whipstitch bags, bold statement necklaces.
  • Who Would Wear It: Girls who crave color and statement jackets.