Lingerie Show: Oxford Fashion Week Autumn/Winter 2014

The most intimate of shows at the Oxford Fashion Week started the week off with its black tie affair. The bellinis were flowing and the pretentiousness was overwhelming.

With a catwalk running along the length of what used to be the main hall of a Victorian prison the evening was nothing less than dramatic. Against the backdrop of Malmaison Hotel’s striking interiors, this year’s lingerie show was a melting pot of rubber, gold and butt cheeks with models showcasing extraordinary designs from the ateliers of William Wilde, Diana Wojewoda, Dreamgirl, Silk Cocoon, Jon Harris, Pure Chemistry and Neon Duchess.

Jon Harris stood out with his show-stopping corsets made from an old copper water tank. Hold on to your knickers….

Silk Cocoon

An internationally renowned quality intimate fashion brand in luxury silk based in Oxford.

Pure Chemistry

Whether a control babe or the dreamy Cinderella, Pure Chemistry Lingerie designs strikes the perfect balance of playfulness, strength and sensuality.

Dreamgirl

Showcasing styles from their new 2015/16 collection which takes us on a journey into a world of contrasts.

Jon Harris

Having a background in prototype vehicle fabrication, Harris handcrafts the metal pieces using the old style machines and hand tools of yesteryear to produce a modern take on fashion today.

Diana Wojewoda

Neon Duchess

Self taught corsetiere and dressmaker Hannah Light makes beautiful and unusual things with hip shaping and hip embellishments being recurring themes.

William Wilde

London-based designer and costumier who specialises in exquisite handmade rubber clothing and accessories. He counts Kylie Minogue, Lily Allen and Miley Cyrus amongst his clients and Rihanna, Daisy Lowe and Paloma Faith, to name a few, amongst his faithful fans.

 

Photographs by Robyn Ashley

With thanks to the Oxford Fashion Week team for press access throughout the week.