Stency Kidega SS12

Who'd have thought I'd be so enamoured with a collection so neutral? However, there's something magical about Stency Kidega's SS12 collection. The designer studied at the University of the Creative Arts Epsom, where she showcased her final year collection at Graduate Fashion Week in 2010, and has worked at Matthew Williamson. She created her own label only this year and was the fourth designer to show at the fabulous LGN Events emerging designers showcase I attended at London Fashion Week, stepping out to soaring classical music.
Her clothes are very chic, with gorgeous little manipulations of fabric adding interest. Well that is until the finale wedding dress below! It was absolutely magnificent with its full on detail of lace, gold highlights and soft gathered ruffles.
What is true of all the garments is that they start with a fascinating base with gorgeous strong shapes. Complimentary embellishment then adds a little sparkle whilst also creating further shaping within the garment. Beading in geometric shapes stands out sharply whilst draped seed beads twinkling on a hemline add another layer of movement.
Some of Stency Kidegas's inspiration comes from mechanical structures and studying their shapes. She plays with both sleek shapes and splashes of volume, with exquisite pleating in play and smart cut-out shapes. I really like this collection and feel the designer behind it is a strong and imaginative pattern cutter who also possesses a great eye for detail, combining the two for a stunning execution.