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University of Brighton
Brighton is quickly earning a reputation for producing fine knitwear and the flowing, flattering and sensual wool collections of Rachel Lidgard and Josephine Beck won't disappoint. Amy Jo Coen, who's worked with Julien Macdonald and Matthew Williamson, also showed a wonderfully soft and feminine knitwear collection combining new and shiny fabrics with old, treasured ones. Powerful prints crop up in the collections of textile graduate Linda Ericsson who's strong marks were inspired by footprints and Cindy Howlett has created a punk effect on jersey garments by transforming graffiti into floral prints. Heidi Fielding, whose collection kicked-off the show, also demonstrated great crafting skill with her range of carefully cut pieces inspired by Japanese puppetry. The main highlight of the show was Alistair Carr's collection which demonstrated tailoring skill and vision. His work is inspired by "the shifting boundaries between masculine and feminine stereotypes" and aims to empower women without compromising femininity - the range includes Crombie-style jackets, corsets and flared skirts with nipped waists. Carr is tipped to be a name to follow in the near future.
Photos: Sarah Louise Taylor
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