Paul Costelloe once again opened London Fashion Week today with a stunning collection.
The Dublin born designer, kicked off what will be a sombre, yet exciting week with puffball and Victorian style Crinoline skirts (although the length was a much shorter, updated version of the ones you would have found in that era) in tweed, satin and jacquard fabrics.
Costelloe also kept the Victorian theme going with brocade fabrics and corset style tops in checked fabrics as well as integrating leg-o mutton sleeves in with dresses and blouses.
Coats gave a nod to the military theme, but were softened with the use of jacquard fabrics and tweed.
However one thing we love about this designers creations is, that apart from a few out there designs such as structured high necks and of course the crinoline skirts, the collection is pretty much wearable.
Leather, PVC and satin trousers were a few of the designs to hit the catwalk as well as puffed sleeves, wasistcoats and sequins (we're pleased to see that these trends will be staying well into Autumn considering our wardrobes are full of these).
And this is definitely something that makes Paul Costelloe really stand out from the LFW crowd.
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