London glam winter 2005

The monastery meets the military in this unique coffee creation from Ebru Ercon. The bodice is embellished with leather flowers and a cincture (monk's belt) style sash. Cut out sleeves are trimmed in leather and the dress is adorned with floor-length, leather-trimmed panels. Worn with black boots, cap and shawl.

Sass, class and forward-thinking creativity prevailed during the winter 2005-2006 fashion shows in London. Glamour was prevalent in ball gowns, pantsuits and everyday attire--such as glammed-up, exquisitely styled blouses with puff sleeves, some in sheer fabric, others in glistening satin. Talented British designers demonstrated a flair for the dramatic (Ebru Ercon's unusual brown and black minidress with floor-length panels); an allegiance to the elegant (Julien McDonald's black layered-chiffon gown); and an attraction to the avant-garde (Danielle Scutt's ensemble of oversized cheetah print from neck to toe). And not surprisingly, evening attire was embellished with jewels, sequins and ruffled layers that continued to be favored by the stylish. Glamourous London is calling.

Left: Amanda Wakeley's sensual brown sheared mink pullover with boat neckline and dolman sleeves is worn over a luxuriously shirred satin champagne-hued skirt.

Right: Make a grand entrance in this deep decolletage black halter gown with an intricately beaded sequined cummerbund. Designer Julien McDonald's billowing tiers of chiffon will make you the sexiest angel at the gala.

Opposite page: Julien McDonald's claret sheer blouse and deep purple slacks are accented with crocheted vest and oversized emerald and silver beads.

Above: Danielle Scutt's oversized cheetah-print, fitted skirt set boasts a midriff front-zip jacket accented with a salmon-hued blouse. Note the contrasting cheetah-print hosiery and shoes. Over-the-top coordination never looked so chic.

Above, center: Snazzy ensemble from Julien McDonald pairs a sophisticated satin blouse with deep cuffs and puff sleeves with a scoop-neckline knit vest embellished with beads. The matching knit skirt and just the right attitude can flawlessly pull off this gorgeous London city look.

Above, right: British glamour beckons in this lime green, layered chiffon creation from Jenny Packham. The silver-sequined sheer sleeves and dashing crimson detail make you long for spring romance, even in the heart of winter.

Right: Amanda Wakeley's shimmering champagne-hued opera-style wrap coat with an oversized shawl collar and shirred sleeves is sophistication at its finest. Worn with chocolate pants and a matching belt.

Left: Jasper Conrad's purple satin wrap dress with chiffon borders and sash summons your undivided attention. This sophisticated look is accessorized with a crushed grape fedora.

Center: Dazzle them all in this stunning bias-cut gold sequined gown with peekaboo shoulders and revealing front split, by Julien McDonald.

Above: British elegance abounds in this silky lavender gown embellished with swirls of sequins. The gorgeous look, by designer Eric Way, is topped off with a regal brocade coat with long fringe and faux fur cuffs and collar. Accessorized with matching sandals and large chandelier earrings.

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