When I saw Fyodor Golan’s debut solo show at London Fashion Week after winning Fashion Fringe I was in awe at the brilliance of Golan Frydman and Fyodor Podgorny, these two young designer bring an excitement to London’s fashion scene that I think has been needed for a while. I just love their mix of sculpted lines, luxurious detailing, exquisite styling, but most of all I adore their ability to tell a story with their couture clothes.
The autumn/winter 2012 collection was inspired by the juxtaposition between Russian peasants and royalties, which was beautifully showcased in a rich and detailed range, and what was evident seeing the collection up close this week at Trace Publicity’s press day was how technically brilliant this label is. For me it has the genius of Alexander McQueen, the creative edge of Meadham Kirchhoff, the glamour of Versace, and the couture brilliance of Givenchy.
I loved all the contrasting textures from velvets to quilted leather, plus the gorgeous Swarovski crystals, the bug jewels, and the intricate sheer panelling and feather additions, but what caught my eye seeing the collection up close was all the folded fabric detailing worked onto skirts and collars.
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