“Thursday 18th August saw some of Northern Ireland’s top media, influences and bloggers gather for the launch of West Coast Cooler FASHIONWEEK’s Autumn/Winter 2016 season. Returning to BFW HQ, Bruce St, Belfast attendees were treated with a trends presentation showcasing some of the latest fashion from the events participant high street retailers, designers and designer boutiques accompanied by top tips from make up artist Oonagh Boman and hair stylist Brenda Shankey representing official creative sponsors Senna Make Up and ALFAPARF Milano professional haircare. Guests enjoyed a refreshing West Coast Cooler as FASHIONWEEK director Cathy Martin hosted the event, joined by co-host and Cool FM presenter Rebecca McKinney whilst decoding the bustling schedule for the season ahead.
For more information or to purchase tickets for the shows in October visit www.belfastfashionweek.com or call the Belfast Welcome centre on 028 9024 6609.”
Here are some of my favorite looks the beautiful guests wore to attend the launch of West Coast Cooler AW16. I love how they are embracing AW trends so early in the season!
Emer Dooris
How cute are Emers boots and tights? Totally girl crushing on her right now <3 I would totally wear this look myself so really feeling her style <3
Lauren Arthurs
Everyone knows ive always been a fan of a full skirt. I love the length and shade of the navy satin. Perfectly styled with chic collared top and embellished flats. A great transitioning outfit from ss to aw.
Linzi Michelle Graham
Natural red heads can always pull off pastel shades so its great to see Linzi embracing this trend top to toe in light shades. Dont be afraid to wear pastel colors for AW.
Julianne Wooton
Julianne could really give Kate Middleton a run for her money in the classy sophisticated look. Mono is back on trend again this season and is a great look so pull off at this awkward time of the year between seasons.
Donna McCabe
Donna is giving off rock n roll vibes in this clashy biker chick look. Patch and biker jackets will be huge this season as are metallic and sequins so this outfit couldn't be hitting any more trends. Going for sleek hair and make up has really given this look the chic edge it needed to balance the look.
Jamie Russell - Lewis Cameron
Seriously tho how handsome do these two look? I absolutely am in love with their unique individual styles. They have kept it simple but still stand out from the crowd with prints/patterns. This is a hard mix to accomplish but they really rock the look. Definitely my favorite looks on these two to date.
Keri Burns
Keri looked classy and elegant in top to toe blue velvet. Velvet Devore is one of my favorite fabrics, with her porcelain perfect skin and crop hair cut keri was simply a classic beauty.
Louise Vance
Perfectly styled is the best way to describe Louise. Everything matches and has a place. No one does tailored as well as this blogger. Black on black with a dash of orange that really makes the outfit pop.
Lauryn Hall - Micheala Lindsay
These girls are simply goddesses. Metallics at their best. I love how the coordinated their outfits. I have a theory they are secret mythical sirens who have graced us with their style for one day only.
Eve Brannon
Eve takes inspiration from the biker chic trend with extra patches and denim. I love the mix of grunge and chic. The silver metallic high heels dress up the outfit.
Christine Mccabe - Faith Mccabe
Last but certainly not least the two divas of the event. Christine looked like a classic Hollywood actress with big bouncy hair and an iconic red lip paired with a silver/black metallic dress (very hard to tell she was straight off a very early flight from london). Faith was stealing all my attention with her cute pink dress and 80s buns straight off the runway.
I hope everyone enjoyed reading. I choose all my favorite looks depending on my own personal style. Pop back soon for more coverage of Belfast Fashion Week AW16.
Peace and Love Lisa
xx
Ps Im not holding a cat like everyone kept asking :D
