London Fashion Week Paul Smith showed his collection for Autmn & winter 2012 during London Fashion Week. Classic pieces came with a twist, with trademark trousers presented in plush velveteen fabrics and deep colours. A sleeveless tweed Crombie coat layered over a colourful knit; patterned socks peeking out from beneath skinny trousers and elegant marbled patent loafers.
The muted palette of grey and black was punctuated here and there with velvet shirts and tight-fitting trousers. Ponytails and smoky eyes added a sex appeal to the look. Femininity was elegantly thrown in, like a fashionable after thought, with tweed handbags, delicate jewellery, retro style sunglasses and patent Mary Jane-esque heels.
The collection was a rich blend of aubergine, teals and grey, juxtaposed with cream and salmon, which lifted the darker shades. As well as luxurious pyjama style prints, there were tweeds, checks, and then, glamorous sheer sparkling blouses with sharp white collars and cuffs.