Fashion Week has arrived! Mademoiselle Robot kindly gave me her invite to the Ashish show, which is how I found myself queuing up down a side street with some rather fabulous young things on Friday. Anticipation was building; I could overhear several people talking about the playful, fun nature of previous collections. I found myself pulling the oversize cardboard ticket out of my bag…it looked like a ticket for a carnival or circus. This theme continued inside the venue, with an acrobatic circus performer keeping the growing crowd amused, before VV Brown strutted on stage to cue the beginning of the show. 
And what a show it was; a riot of colour and sequins, clashing neons and animal print. Texture, circus-inspired neons and of course sequins were three of the staple themes of the collection. The first few looks were very full on and took a little getting used to, to be honest. Neon green and pink Sprouse-esque leopard print coupled with a sequin skirt and pink zebra print leggings isn’t the most wearable of outfits! But, deconstruct the outfit into individual pieces and it starts to look a lot more wearable. The light-hearted, witty pieces are definitely very
covetable.
After seeing the show first hand, it’s very easy to understand the hype which built up in the queue. Ashish’s Fall 2009 collection literally dazzled, the circus/carnival theme suddenly seems like a no-brainer antidote to the muted, sombre tones seen in some other Fall collections. Reminiscent of Miu Miu’s Harlequin collection but a lot more fun and playful, I’m really hoping that I’ll see some high-street interpretations in the likes of Topshop et al come September.
The second show I attended was Andrew Majtenyi at the Canadian High Commission. The fabulous champagne reception in the decadent surroundings certainly set the tone for the elegant show. The highlight of London Fashion Week, for me at least, was the IFB Dress Up Soiree. It was brilliant to meet up with so many bloggers and put a face to the blogs I’ve read for so long. A big thank you to Jennine and Laetitia for all organising an amazing evening!
Gemma from Retrochick & Frankie from Swell vintage
Forgotten your name! Email me! I do remember your studying at Cordwainers…! 
The Vivien of Holloway girls Gemma of Retrochick
The crowd (including Mademoiselle Robot in green) gathers for Agent Lynch. 
And finally, yours truly! Topshop lace bolero, H&M vest top, Lungta De Fancy skirt, Barratts shoes. Big cheesy grin is all my own!
I absolutely love your outfit and so far has been one of the best outfits I have seen, I wrote a post on Ashish’s cute poms, they were fantastic!Much love,Glendy
oh wow how fun!! love your outfit! that skirt is super cool.
cute skirt 🙂
I want to just glue rainbow pom-poms all over myself now.
How fabulous! Your outfit is exquisite; I especially love the tights and bolero!Thanks for sharing the pics from the show – awesome!xoxox,CC
I love the tights and bolero too. Great choice.
looks too fun! it reminded me of clowns. hmmm how much was the ticket? i go to music shows… and now i’m thinking i’d like to go to a fashion show just once.
You are so lucky to be attending a show!!! i LOVE SEQUINS 😀
Cute outfit. That skirt is so cute.
The IFB even looks like it was fun! Nice show as well. I like how LFW is a lot more playful and “out there” than other Fashion Weeks.
Hi there-how fabulous for you, its sounds like a great time all round and you look lovely my dear!!
Love your outfit especially the skirt! supah chic 😉 I’m crazy about the colored zebra tights on the models 😀
Great photos!
Great photos!
darling it looked gorgeous!yummy images from Ashish,adored the show. your outfit for the blogger even t was fabulous! thanks for yummy post xxMarian
Such original and funny show! 🙂 and wow, your outfit is just PERFECT *.*Have a nice weekend!xx
Yum, yum, yum, the Ashish collection looked so wonderful colourful and vibrant!! And I love the outfit dear, that lace bolero and the purple tights are fab 🙂
Thanks for this fun post! Like your outfit! Agree, bolero is very nice! Don’t see the shoes well though… and which is your purse on the second photo – the one on the sofa or on the counter?
Such cool outfits!I really like your purple leggings. Purple is so awesome.
Oh my gosh, I’m so jealous! What a great oppurtunity! Everyone looks so fashionable!
Love your outfit! It’s really cool! And the show looks pretty funny! Thanks for your comment!x
How lucky, glad you enjoyed yourself! The soiree looked like fun and you look super cute and I looove that bolero!
First of all, you look breathtaking! The skirt is beyond fabulous, dearest, and looks perfection against the lilac tights.Second of all, looks like this was an amazing party with all of you stylish girls.Hope you are having a fantastic weekxxxxx
Fantastic! I am so glad you went!I love the pics! People are really cool!!!a kiss 🙂
Ohh! Someone did have a really good time!!
Sounds like you had a great time, I am very jealous! I adore VV browns dress… paino’s and sequins, definite winner.x
wowzers! looks so fun! Your lace bolero is amazing!
It really was a joy to meet you, lovely. And your photos from the show are great! x
You look beautiful! I so jealous for the fashion shows !juliet xxx
Wow, I am so jealous you got to go to a show, that’s my dream! I adore your outfit, so incredible.
so fun! you are so incredibly stunning ♥
cool pics and cool blog!!
everyone looked amaaaazing!!xx-LJ from SOS!
Great pics…although a strange collection hehe =) You look so pretty!
Oh, I remember you from the party. Your skirt was cause for quite a bit of discussion at my table. Loved it!!! Glad I found your blog.
I love your white skirt!
looks like you had so much fun, lucky girl! love your outfit too:)
Omg! I do LOVE what you’re wearing, the skirt Lungta de fancy, which I reaaaallyy like, is so amazing, the top is fabulous too! I look gorgeous.Very nice pictures from the show and, the evening.