Tea Dance
Every season my favourite bit of London Fashion Week is seeing what Orla Kiely has come up with, from the collection itself to the creative way that it’s being presented. This year had to be my favourite yet, and I’ve been lusting over their collections since the first time I visited them in the Portico Rooms in Somerset House 5 seasons ago.
I never know what to expect – this time around I was greeted by the sounds of a live band playing Mack The Knife, and models waltzing around the space with a handsome partner in hand. The low-lit space had been decked out like a 1940s tea dance, complete with Battenberg, hot cross buns and all the right crockery. I was far too enthralled by everything that was going on to take advantage of the plates of Bourbon biscuits though. It was something I thought needed to be filmed so I could show you properly, so I hope you enjoy the few clips I put together above.
Now let’s talk clothes! This collection is my dream wardrobe. From schoolgirl style pinafores in original colours and materials, to the prettiest of pleated collars and sparkling prom dresses. I’m sure you can see from the pictures that each item would fit seamlessly in to my wardrobe, and it’s not often at all that I can say that of a designer showcasing at London Fashion Week. I know you’ll love it too. x
I think this is the most interesting and original way of showing a collection! so not typical! thank you for your photos and for the clip x
This looks absolutely perfect! The dancing and food are wonderful, and the clothes themselves are lovely, of course!
Such a incredible and beautiful presentation, would have loved to have been there! I can see you in the collection, very you and they are very beautiful
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Your photos came out so well they’re so lovely! I was there too but my photos are a bit dark. The presentation was so beautiful, and relaxing to watch, I think I relaxed a little bit too much with the prosecco and biscuits though! I wish we had such parties now a days!
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These pictures are sooooooo stunning! I especially love the last one of the shoes. AMAZING PHOTOS!!
Wow, it looks like another era. Amazing post. Great work
It’s so beautiful!
Wow, such an interesting way of showcasing the collection, lovely photos as always! X
This is too gorgeous! I love the sparkly socks and little details! Ah it’s all so perfect! x
Seems like Orla Kiely was everyone’s favourite! It does look amazing!
This collection is so beautiful! Thanks for sharing x
I love all thoes beautiful photos!♥ love from Sweden!xx
You really are an excellent photographer! Your photographs are always so beautiful, its my favourite thing about your blog. I’ve been reading forever but have never commented before, but I just thought you should really know what you take some of the best photos out of all the blogs I read (and I’m a photography student, I should know haha- it makes me very jealous!) Keep it up, your blog is my favourite.
ps, post pictures of your new hair please! xoxo
such pretty pictures. i love the last one with the shimmery socks!
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OMG what a show! I wish we had these kind of events is Tel Aviv!
Ahhh so jealous!! and I loved those goldy flats and socks!
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WOW! This is amazing! Something I definitely would like to experience.
WOW What a beautiful presentation! I covet so many of the items. xoxo
Orla Kiely’s dresses are always beautiful, but this surpasses all expectations, SO pretty!
Oh these are great, what a lovely presentation, much nicer than catwalk shows. The gold shoes are so cute and the brown pinafore is just gorgeous.
Such a lovely presentation!
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Aw! That has got to be one of the coolest events I’ve heard of! It combines some of my favorite things together (dancing and vintage). Thank you for sharing your clips and lovely photographs.
Thanks for a great program
So, so gorgeous. Love the video.
ALL IS ADORABLE!!!
What a great way to show off the clothes and the feeling behind the designs. I particularly like the glitter ankle sock and gold dance shoe combo. x
Absolutely gorgeous, adore the cat print dress!
Beautiful shots!!
Ahhh it looks like the perfect party and the collection looks beaut! In love with the gold shoes, perfect heel height for moi! X
Ahhh I knew one day people would notice that golden sparkling socks are just damn good.
Fantastic atmosphere ~ Where are the photos of you that day ? Want to see !
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omg that is such a great idea for showing of a collection! everything is just soo preettyy
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Lovely photos. What a great idea to show a collection off, anything with Bourbon Biscuits is a winner!
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Hi, what a great way to present a collection! Are you familiar with the Orla Kiely collaboration with People Tree?
http://www.peopletree.co.uk/designers/orla-kiely
Some lovely new pieces this season, and it is all fair trade so a good excuse to go shopping!
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Wow! The idea is brilliant! I guess plain old look books are out of style now [:
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