AUDREY HEPBURN

AUDREY HEPBURN

The rise of the LBD.

The Miles Aldirdge Exhibition

FASHION EVENTS DOCUMENTED:The Miles Aldirdge Exhibition

WHO IS HE?

A pop video director turned photographer, Miles Aldridge has captured a unique take on fashion since the mid-90s. Having graduated with a degree in illustration from Central St. Martins, he credits luck as the reason why he became a fashion photographer. British Vogue took no time to spot his talent, and from there on his career skyrocketed. Now based in New York, Aldridge has had work published in top publications across the globe from Italian Vogue to the New York Times. Aldridge is heavily influenced by his father Alan Aldridge, fashion photographer Richard Avedon and film directors; Alfred Hitchcock and David Lynch.

Miles Aldridge: I Only Want You To Love Me is the largest retrospective exhibition of the acclaimed photographer’s work to date. The high glamour photo fiction exhibition was held at the Somerset House from 10th July -29th September 2013. Featuring 55 large scale prints that form an overview of Aldridge’s multi-coloured universe, it was also accompanied by drawings and polaroids. The exhibition is testament to the fact that Aldridge’s love of drawing has always prevailed - sketches were always central to his process.

At the offset, it appears Aldridge has two obsessions: women, and his love for colour. Highly saturated clashing shades, overly- airbrushed models and cinematic compositions give Aldridges’ photography an eerily glamorous feel. By concentrating on unique scenes with psychologically complex characters in surreal settings, Aldridge offers an intriguing mixture of sensuality and melancholy, inviting the viewer to uncover a deeper layer of meaning behind his work.
 
A woman resembling Elizabeth Taylor sits in a red bed with green satin sheets, a bowl of half eaten grapefruit on her lap and appears to be screaming, arms flung in the air. In another, a woman clad in yellow sits on a checked tiled floor, seemingly ready to pounce, whilst glaring into the distance over broken plates and scattered food. His loud, conceptual photos featuring expressionless women all tell a similar story; both disturbing, yet beautiful. These are women at the edge of reason. The  verge of breaking point. Every sense and emotion is magnified through Aldridge’s bright, clashing colours which screams out loud, so the models don't have to.

In its final weeks, I Only Want You to Love Me became a behind the scenes backdrop to the marquees and catwalks erected for London Fashion Week. For those of you who want to enter Miles Aldridge’s Technicolor fantasy world, his recently released book “I Only Want You To Love Me” (Rizzoli, New York), is now available. For further information visit: www.milesaldridge.com.

-Sheshaya Surtani

THE MINIMALIST LOOK.

THE MINIMALIST LOOK

Sleek, stylish and super versatile: meet the trend accessible to all.

With each new season brings with it an adherence of fashion rules, and it trends,  which won't be seizing to stop any time soon. The London fashion scene is effervescent right now with eclectic styles, quirky prints and, showcasing an array of textures, prints, and designs  yet the High Street retailers are gravitating back to basics, by sporting the new minimalist trend of fresh, simple colours, and clean cutting designs.

The Minimalist look. The least time-consuming, financially efficient trend known to style mankind, where less is definitely more.  With its beauty lying in the simplicity of it, its an easy way out of suffering the typical fashion dilemma of "What to wear", that etches upon the minds of many.
The cleanness of the primary colours make a bold fashion statement in itself, which makes it unsurprising that the look is adorned on everyone from the Celine Catwalk to style bloggers known for her mix and match eclectic style.

  

From Primark to Celine, Zara to Topshop, this trend can be sources from all fashion outlets whatever your budget or style. The simplicity of this trend ensures it ticks the versatility factor, with each fashion piece beautifully complementing the other whether it be a simple white tee, leather pants, or cashmere jumper. Undeniably faultless, and easy to recreate, it is the accessibility of the trend that gives it its fashion stamp of approval. With our timetables swamped with an abundance of lectures, and essay deadlines, this is the only gratifying opportunity to be lazy by adorning a simplistic outfit with minimal accessories! Sticking to a strict palette of creams, greys, blacks and whites is key to recreating this effortless look, and an easy way to gain some style points.

 The fashion empire has truly hit the jackpot with this classic trend, with its versatility making it accessible to all! Not wanting to blend in with the crowd? Give your new minimalist look a stamp of your identity with a bold accessory piece. Worried bout how to costs of a new Winter wardrobe? This effortless trend is a sure proof way to transcend your look from day to night, and all other seasons by layering or dressing down. This trend truly embodies the fashion commandment "Look Good for Less". So jump on the band wagon!

Style Trends for Less!

STUDENT DISCOUNT SPECIAL

The beginning of a new academic year, and a dreaded Winter season lingering upon us provides the ultimate excuse to have a complete wardrobe overhaul, especially in London, the city renowned for its hot innovative fashion.

And now you can!

The fashion Gods have answered our prayers, with a number of high street chains offering a multitude of fab student discounts so you can shop to your heart's consent. 

• NEW LOOK: Already sporting a ridiculous sale of up to 50% off numerous lines, they have now added an extra 10% off online for all students, and a 20% discount if you simply register online. Hurry though: this 20% discount offer runs midnight Saturday!
• TOPSHOP: UNIDAYS is providing all students with a 20% off ALL products for a limited time only (Ends Saturday 5th Oct)
• JACK WILLIS: The brand notorious for its "fabulously British"  style is offering a whopping 20% off for all students! 
• H&M : Enter the code 0758 at checkout to receive a 10% discount on all products online!
• ASOS: UK's beloved online chain is offering 10% discount exclusively to all students, certifying it as a student-worthy fashion brand.
• BURTON: Until this Sunday, these menswear brand is offering a 25% discount off all products online AND in store! If ordering online, just simply type in STYLEWEEK at checkout.

A line of "up and coming" online fashion brands are also providing us with a whirlwind of discounts at amazing prices! Check out these brands to get Autumn trends for less!

• LAMODA: Speciialising in expensive looking tote bags at affordable prices,  the accessory brand is offering 20% off! Just simply type in the code LAMODA20 at checkout
• YUMI: Epitomising Camden style with its quirky vintage-inspired pieces, this edgy fashion brand is giving a 15% online discount! Use the code YUMILOVESREVEAL20 at checkout.
• HEELBERRY: Offering on-trend, designer inspired shoes at unbeatable prices, the shoe brand is giving a 20% discount on all shoes online; just add REVEAL20 at checkout.

Now is the chance to shop til' you drop!

Meet the Exec...

Welcome to the LSE SU Fashion Society! Our initiative is pure and simple: to showcase all the style LSE has to offer! The finest academic institution brings the sleekest of student style and the LSE SU Fashion Society is here to capture it all!

Here is the 2013/2014 Executive Committee that's determined to make this happen!

PRESIDENT: GEORGIA DERRETT

FAVOURITE HIGH STREET STORE: Sandro, but Zara when on a student budget

FAVOURITE DESIGNER: Victoria Beckham

FAVOURITE FASHION TREND: Animal print

CELEBRITY STYLE CRUSH: Olivia Palermo
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STYLE IN 3 WORDS: classic, polished, clean

VICE PRESIDENT: EDWARD COLEMAN

FAVOURITE HIGH STREET STORE: Cos FAVOURITE DESIGNER: Alexander Wang CELEBRITY STYLE CRUSH: Nick Sullivan FAVOURITE FASHION TREND: The return of the loafer STYLE IN 3 WORDS: Have. No. Idea!

HEAD OF SOCIAL MEDIA : JODIE MOMODU

FAVOURITE HIGH STREET STORE: River Island, Mango
FAVOURITE DESIGNER: A mix of Celine meets Valentino would be perfect!
CELEBRITY STYLE CRUSH: Nicole Richie
FAVOURITE FASHION TREND: High heeled boots
STYLE IN 3 WORDS: Versatile, simple, sassy

TREASURER: SANYA-JEET THANDI

FAVOURITE HIGH STREET STORE: Zara, H&M FAVOURITE DESIGNER: Masaba Gupta, Galliano, Sabyasachi, Erdem. CELEBRITY STYLE CRUSH: Sonam Kapoor FAVOURITE FASHION TREND: "Regal City" as seen at Sabyasachi AW13 and "Indian Punk" seen at Nikhil Thampi AW13 STYLE IN 3 WORDS: Refined, Simple, Eclectic

SECRETARY: EMMA FORTH

FAVOURITE HIGH STREET STORE: Zara, Gap, new season M&S (surprisingly!) FAVOURITE DESIGNER: Elie Saab CELEBRITY STYLE CRUSH: Marion Cotillard FAVOURITE FASHION TREND: The return of the '50s inspired midi-skirt a la Mad Men thanks to Louis Vuitton's A/W 2010 collection STYLE IN 3 WORDS: Preppy, simple, feminine.