Thursday 7th October saw one of the highlights of the fashion year in Wiltshire in the glamorous form of an Autumn fashion show, held in the grand surroundings of the Georgian Town Hall, Devizes. Organized by Rose Webster, owner and founder of the beautiful 'Spirit' boutiques, the capacity audience enjoyed champagne before being treated to a first half of bespoke evening and wedding dresses from Ceri Brooks, fabulous hats from Joan Pressley and gorgeous underwear from 'Mystique'.
Following delicious canapes during the interval and several lucky audience members winning stunning silver jewellery from Fi Mehra during a round of 'Heads and Tails', the second half really highlighted why independant boutiques are so crucial to the fashion industry. Model after model from 'Cielo Blu' and 'Spirit' strutted onto the catwalk in a range of beautiful coats, casualwear, drop dead gorgeous designer looks and evening pieces all sharing one thing - the individuality that is often sadly lacking on the high street.
With proceeds from the evening going to The Spinal Bleeds Trust, the evening was a resounding success - the winter months ahead seem suddenly to offer a myriad of opportunities to look and feel fantastic!
By Lisa Helsby - Bradford on Avon
