Racism leaves a shadow behind at London Fashion Week

London Fashion Week may now be over but the fall-out over its obvious lack of black models has only just begun. While a model of colour could scarcely be seen at New York, the situation in London appears to have only strengthened the argument that the fashion industry doesn't truthfully reflect these cities and the people who represent them. This has led outspoken designer Katharine Hamnett to blast the industry in the

"The catwalks are full of white dogs. Cosmetic companies don't like black models - the racist bitches. I have no idea why when it's obvious that black girls are just so genuinely much more beautiful than Caucasians, who have clearly got the short straw. Black girls have much better body shapes and it's such a shame. I just think there should be a bit more of a balance."

Blimey! Ever heard of constructive criticism Ms Hamnett? I'm pretty certain these comments constitute as bigotry in their own right.

source:catwalkqueen.tv

London Fashion Week | Topshop, Biba, Emilio de la Morena, Poltock & Walsh

he Fashion Telex comes to you from London Fashion Week. Melissa Ventosa Martin, T Magazine’s women’s fashion associate, files daily dispatches.

London Fashion Week started yesterday with a double feature — Poltock & Walsh and Emilio de la Morena. The venue, the Science Museum’s library, was an intimate environment to showcase these young designers. P&W continued their color blocking, this time in a palette of chocolate and jewel tones. From E.D.M, there were some nice nubby tweeds. … Biba showed at my favorite London venue, the ballroom at Claridge’s, at 1 p.m. (I am always amazed at the zealousness with which Brits push Champagne and mixed cocktails at every hour!) This was even more evident when I made my way to the Topshop venue for its presentation. At 3 o’clock in the afternoon we entered what appeared to be a club night — cocktails, strobe lights and Kelly Osbourne mingling with the guests. Weird. … After dinner it was, finally, time for a drink. We headed to Ye Old Axe on Hackney street for the No Romance party where Jamie and Emma from British Vogue spinned a solid set of dance favorites. Cheers!”