INTRODUCING CLAIRE BAXTER

 

 

Having worked with Jeremy Scott in LA, John Galliano and Dior in Paris, Claire Baxter is more than qualified. Her individual collection ‘These are hard times for dreamers’ is intricate with elaborate embellishments and strong digital prints.

A tongue in cheek collection with dice prints, rabbit tails, completed with bunny ears garlanded with jewelled earrings.

Claire’s collection is a haze of glitter, feathers and dazzling diamonds, creating an instantaneous impact.

Previously a stylist for events in PR, her excessive OTT side to fashion is apparent. Taking inspiration from pole dancers, playboy bunnies and show girls the jewelled body suits and printed pieces exemplified with bold extravagant shoulders come to life.

An iconic paradox of humour and culture. Addressing and undressing cultural themes of money power and luck. This designer is undeniably one to watch.

 

 

 Photographer Richard Mayfield and Make up Artist Louise Matthew.

 

Fashion Pony Media and Press Session

www.fashionpony.co.uk

Fashion Pony is an online independent fashion boutique,they consist of many

brands and designers.

The Fashion Pony Boutique hosts limited edition collection of premium pieces from independent and emerging designers. The company won Leeds Retailer Awards 2011 winner for Best Specialist Retailer.

The event was hosted at the Mint Hotel in the Sky Lounge, in Leeds.

The talent was so exciting and there is several key pieces I have my eyes on.

The main designer that caught my eye with her stunning prints and technicality within her designs was independent designer Katie Newsam.  The strong silhouettes create intriguing shapes with clever tailoring.

Caught in the Headlights by independent designer Katie Newsam

£195.00

The Saddle and The Stirrup Two-Piece by independent designer Katie Newsam
£195.00

The Guilded Mushroom Couture Piece by independent designer Katie Newsam
£360.00

This dress is absolutely stunning with the strong cape and detachable bow this

ladylike detail is exemplified by the quirky mushroom print.

FUTURE S/S COLLECTION PREVIEWS:

The New Damnation Collection by Belles Bejewelled

Stunning leather designs that are handmade to create wonderful art deco necklaces.

 Ewa/Domanska Designs

This Two Piece Dress ensemble is by Ewa/Domanska Design.

They create stunning creations like this satin collared shirt,

partnered with the black maxi skirt complimented with a tassle over lay. 

Antiform Bags

Milliflorae Millinery Ready to Wear Collection

Malibu for Nails Inc

Who are the Funflip Company?

Funflip company set up a small photographic area at the event.

They then create a personalised flip book using the guests 7-second video clip,

involving novelty glasses, hats and feather boas.
Two minutes later the printing is done and the guests have their own personalised funflip book to take away.

Aqua By Aqua

FLAPPER MAXI DRESS              £170

With a detachable maxi fringe belt which brings a versatile touch to this statement dress.

Available in Black, Red, Cream and Orange.

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SEQUIN CAPE MAXI DRESS         £130

A gorgeous spilt leg dress with a cowl neck.

Available in Silver and Gold.

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KRATE DRESS          £60

A mini dress accentuated with a statement necklace creates a strong edgy look.

Available in Orange, Cream, Black, Purple and Khaki.

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POPPY MAXI DRESS       was £160 now £128

A streamlined silhouette in this chic creation.

Available in Tan and Cream, and Black

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HALL FULL MAXI SKIRT      £65

An edgy black mini skirt with a maxi panel.

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Nottingham University Graduate Show 2011

Taken by myself at Nottingham Fashion Degree Show. Unfortunately my camera died after two shows. The work was its best i've seen for university students. Pieces looked ready for the catwalk or top high street stores. Sculptured, technically very good and with strong silhouettes. Each student compiled pieces that looked strong, fashionable and very desirable. My favourite pieces were endless. A cute plastic raincoat and skirt that was 60s inspired, a miu miu inspired collection, a leather cape; indented with flowers and beautiful dresses that i just wanted then and there.