Feb18

Orla Kiely AW13 – The Typing Pool AT LFW

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Orla Kiely AW13 – The Typing Pool AT LFW

On Day 2 of LFW I made my way out of the Fashion Week arena of Somerset House; to the Elms Lester Gallery near Tottenham Court Road.   As someone who is very snap happy at events and presentations, judging from Orla Kiely’s previous presentations, I was excited to see what was in store for us.

As much as I love watching clothes going up and down the catwalk.  A themed presentation is what I really like to watch.  I don’t think it detracts from the clothing either, but more adds to it as you can get a picture of the inspiration behind it.

Orla Kiely aw13 sweater topOrla Kiely (12) Orla Kiely autumn winter 2012 Orla Kiely aw13 lfw presentationOrla Kiely typing lfwOrla Kiely aw13 midi skirt Orla Kiely aw13 red coat Orla Kiely aw13-14 Orla Kiely lfw aw13 Orla Kiely london fashion week aw13 Orla Kiely typing office theme lfw Orla Kiely typing pool

As I crawled up the steepest, windiest stairs I have ever attempted,  I heard in the sounds of a busy office with tapping of typewriters.  I saw the ‘Typing Pool, Quiet please’ sign as I reached the top of the stairs and as I turned to my right I saw the most stylish office workers I have ever laid eyes on.  I felt like I had stepped back from one era to another.

Isn’t it just adorable? So as you can see the collection is very ‘Mad Men’ with an early 60′s vibe.  Although their was references to the 70s with high rolled necked jumpers.  Also I thought some of the pieces felt very late 50s too. I have been searching and searching for a short sleeve sweater like the one in the top photo ever since I saw Jenny wearing one in ‘Call the Midwife’. Now my search is over.  Only thing is I have to wait until next Autumn/winter.  All the best bits from 3 decades rolled into one!

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15 Responses

  1. Love this presentation. It totally makes the collection so more finished, when presented on a perfect location with just the right attitude and vibe.
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    • The red one? I think it is a dress. I know I might just have to get some non prescription cats eye glasses :) x

    • apparently what they were actually typing was uploaded to instagram :) was very funny. I love vintage phones, I might steal one of my nans :) x

  6. Oh, I die! This collection is too good, too good, and you are so lucky to have been there for the presentation. By the way, thank you for leaving a comment on my blog. That way I was able to find your awesome blog here. I’m in love.

    • Isn’t it just! You actually came to me which is how I found yours & commented ;) anyhow, glad we made each others acquaintance haha xx

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  9. What a great idea, the typing pool is fantastic!! All of the pictures are brilliant, however the first picture in the set is beautiful, great light!