"the Aminaka Wilmont woman is ... determined and confident with her own individuality and uniqueness"
As I was ushered into my very first catwalk show at London Fashion Week, I had no idea what to expect: the lights dimmed and the music started and everyone in the tent hushed as they awaited the appearance of the first model:
Aminaka Wilmont's Autumn Winter 2011 collection is entitled "Totem". With the collection the designer attempts to create a new tribe of women:
Dressed in draping silk which maintain a soft silhouette and complimented with asymmetric cuts:
The avant-garde and trademark tailoring flatters the female shape:
Whilst the use of washed leather jackets and shorts in addition to thick, Italian Shearling and Toscana gives a strong and more touch edge to the collection:
The inspiration for the digital prints - animal hides, skins and furs - are evident throughout:
The wedge boots - both knee and ankle high - represent strong animal hooves which aids the creation of an elegant yet hard edge:
Pheasant feathers have been used to add detail and reinforce the animal inspiration:
Knitwear - in the shape of arm and leg warmers - continue the raw feel felt throughout the collection:
This collection is wearable and beautiful. The neutral colour palette appeals to my wardrobe preferences, whilst the knitwear and wedges provide a practical element to this catwalk collection.
What do you think of the collection?