Backstage at Holly Fulton with Silk’n Beauty SS15 LFW

I still can’t quite believe the day I had yesterday, it was absolutely marvelous and right now I am ridiculously happy. Two years ago I said: “In a few years time I will be at London Fashion Week, just watch.” I have wanted to attend and work at London Fashion Week for years now, and this weekend my dream came true. 

Thanks to the lovely Lauren at Mediahubb and to Silk’n Beauty, I was given an exclusive opportunity to visit backstage at the Holly Fulton show. I was over the moon but exceedingly nervous all at once. Friday night I did not sleep a wink and felt so poorly Saturday morning, a complete and utter wreck. 

Panicking about what to wear I even dragged my gorgeous friend Beth around Oxford Circus until the late hours of Friday evening. With her and my youngest sister, Amy’s influence, I put together this casual outfit, I wanted to be comfortable, but also look like I had made a little bit of effort. I went for satin burgandy crepe culottes, from Topshop. These were just £40 and are in black and white too, so I definitely need to go back to pick up some more – so comfy. My crop top, was a mission to find, as I had an idea of what I wanted, but finding one that was the right size and cut was almost soul destroying. River Island saved the day with this one for just £22. My bag a Forever 21 special (£22) and my shoes I bought last year in the Kurt Geiger sale. I did buy stunning heels from Office, but I could not walk in them so sadly they stayed in my handbag. Of course I had to wear my staple hat too. 

Walking into the backstage area of the show was a surreal feeling. L’Oreal and M.A.C Cosmetics teams were getting the models runway ready, as were the main sponsor Silk’n Beauty. If you haven’t heard of Silk’n Beauty, they specialise in home beauty gadgets. They have products which help you with everything from anti-aging to cleansing to hair removal. You will soon be hearing much more about this brand as I have the pleasure of testing out some of their products. 

As for the make-up, the most important part for me, I spotted M.A.C Mineralise Foundations & Concealers dotted around, giving the skin that dewy, ethereal glow. Brows were groomed, but natural. I absolutely loved the blue and white eye liner which really made all of the models eyes pop. So simple, but stunning. I could only dream of having skin like the model above. The hair was uniformed and sleek, in tied back low pony tails. There were at least three hair stylists per model, it was great to watch it all come together.

I
loved watching the rush and chaos, as well as checking out all the
videographers and photographers equipment. It was fascinating seeing
everyone document their own personal snippets of the last moments before
the show.

I felt a little out of place, as if I wasn’t really supposed to be backstage, but I imagine that is what it must be like for everyone during their first time at #LFW. Luckily I had the pleasure of meeting Paula from The LDN Diaries, who made the whole experience a lot less nerve wracking. She was so lovely to chat to, and we even got to enjoy actually watching the show in action together, which was a nice surprise.

Now, you all know I am not a fashion blogger, nor certainly would I ever try to be. I do love fashion though and my appreciation for it as just as strong as my love for make-up. I wish I had the bank balance to demonstrate this. Scottish designer Holly Fulton’s collection for SS15 consisted of embellished, multi-coloured 3D flowers, with splashes of monochrome. You cannot go wrong with steamlined black and white. It all felt very feminine, playful yet contemporary. I have to pinch myself that I captured these photographs, because I was right there, watching it amongst everyone else invited. 

Now I have had my taste for London Fashion Week, I am already looking forward to next season. My sights are set on New York next… gotta keep dreamin’.