Claudia Biele, Fashion Designer & Stylist

Last night I had the pleasure of attending a private viewing for Mikhael Kale’s 2018 collection. This collection is very sporty with added daywear glamour. The collection clearly focuses on structure and shape, dark colours were dominate in this collection making it quite gothic, however there were also digital printed garments and an added fuchsia pink jacket which broke it up, the textures

There was one piece in particular that court my eye, a leather mini dress, which featured a series of hook an eyes, so that panels could be removed to create a different look, the craftsmanship and attention to detail that went into this piece in particular was impeccable.

One piece that I fell in love with was this ruffle skirt, the beautiful coral ruffles against the pale digital print skirt teamed up well and is a must have in your wardrobe for 2018.

There was another piece in particular that court my eye, a leather mini dress, which featured a series of hook an eyes, so that panels could be removed to create a different look, the craftsmanship and attention to detail that went into this piece in particular was impeccable.

To sum up this collection I would say that it is very edgy but wearable at the same time, its elegant and minimalistic and full of intricate details which you notice more when you see it up close and I love the contemporary use of classic lines. This collection is sporty but elements have been inspired by daywear glamour.

Also at this private viewing I had the pleasure of seeing Haizhen Wang’s collection, this collection was highly innovative I was taken back by the detail in these beautifully crafted pieces.

I loved this long sleeved jumper, the detail on the sleeves and the use of different textures worked so well together.

This jacket I must have! Again use of different textures, leathers, velvet and silk, were used in such a contemporary way, it can literally be worn with anything, it is so cutting edge and sophisticated I can see it being a big hit with us ladies.

And the corner was this amazingly structured dress. The use of draping means it hangs beautifully off the figure and I love the added check wool on the neck and the side of the dress, which gives it a added unique quality .

Not only did I get the pleasure of seeing two talented women-swear designers work I also got to see the beautiful crafted jewellery by Culietta, I fell in love with the beaded head pieces which are so in at the moment for festivals or even just to liven up any outfit .

To see more from the collection, check out the below gallery