Butler and Wilson celebrated their 40th birthday with a big show at KOKO in Camden in late 2009 and it was a dream come true for all lovers of silk and sequins! The show was amazing filled with pieces from the brand's archive and other amazing vintage pieces borrowed from collectors.
Below are two of my favourite pieces from the show- a mecca for hedonistic hippies!! Jewelled 60s shift dress teamed with chunky crystal necklaces and bracelets plus a flowing kaftan with oversize necklace...my heaven!
I was lucky enough to help dress and style at the show which was an absolute pleasure. I dressed the lovely Alice Dellal, Alien who was both the face of the birthday party and show opener and Annie Lennox's daughter; Lola.
Check out Miss Dellal in an original Gianni Versace dress only ever worn once by Iman. This collector's item is the only one in the world and an absolute masterpiece. The detail is unbelievable and I was told by the owners that it was bought on ebay for a steal from a drama school which had no idea of the value of this dress!
The jewellery in the show was very over the top therefore very Butler and Wilson! Each model was weighed down in both new and vintage Butler and Wilson jewellery...more was definitely more at this show!
Check out some of the show stoppers below!
