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scene stealers
June 15, 2012

Slideshow: Street Style From London’s Graduate Fashion Week

By Stella Bugbee

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Photo: Victoria Adamson

From Alexander McQueen, Stella McCartney, and Vivienne Westwood to the more experimental looks of club kids, punks, and mods, Britain consistently produces some of the most interesting fashion in the world. And each year, more than 30 universities and fashion programs from all over the United Kingdom convene in London to present their top graduates’ work at a four-day runway-show extravaganza. Students compete for the gold medal (this time, it went to Bath Spa University’s Chloe Jones) and in categories like womenswear, textiles, knitwear, and accessories. We sent a photographer to capture some of the street fashions outside of the festivities. Click ahead to see a fair amount of acid wash, tons of unidentifiable vintage, animal bags, spiky baseball hats, and more.

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Amina Jones-Roach and Kyle lo Monaco, students at Barnet College Amina Head scarf: From Berlin  Dress: Market stall Top: Topman  Ba... Amina Jones-Roach and Kyle lo Monaco, students at Barnet College Amina Head scarf: From Berlin  Dress: Market stall Top: Topman  Bag: From Florence  Jumper: New Look  Shoes: From Camden Market    Kyle Hat: Customized himself Jacket and shirt: Bought in Florence  Trousers: Made himself  Shoes: Dr. Martens   Photo: Victoria Adamson/Victoria Adamson
Kyle lo Monaco, student at Barnet college Hat: Customized himself  Jacket: Bought in Florence Photo: Victoria Adamson/Victoria Adamson 2012
Prince Kongo, student at Hackney College  Photo: Victoria Adamson/Victoria Adamson
Jessica Rancaño Piper, graduate in fashion design at Kingston Dress: Zara Scarf: Mulberry  Clutch: Miu Miu Trainers: Nike Socks: ... Jessica Rancaño Piper, graduate in fashion design at Kingston Dress: Zara Scarf: Mulberry  Clutch: Miu Miu Trainers: Nike Socks: American Apparel Photo: Victoria Adamson/Victoria Adamson
Matt Busbridge, graduate in fashion promotion at UCA  Suit: ASOS Bag: House of Fraser  Shirt: Ben Sherman  Boots: Dr. Martens P... Matt Busbridge, graduate in fashion promotion at UCA  Suit: ASOS Bag: House of Fraser  Shirt: Ben Sherman  Boots: Dr. Martens Photo: Victoria Adamson/Victoria Adamson
Kirsty Fisher, Manchester Met graduate in fashion design Dress: Own design  Jacket: Primark  Shoes: Vintage Photo: Victoria Adamson/V... Kirsty Fisher, Manchester Met graduate in fashion design Dress: Own design  Jacket: Primark  Shoes: Vintage Photo: Victoria Adamson/Victoria Adamson
Luke Porter, has a BA fashion design from Birmingham Suit: From Berwick Street Market Shoes: Topman Photo: Victoria Adamson/Victoria Adamson
Chalsie Williamson, Birmingham fashion design graduate Jeans: Beyond Retro Shoes: Urban Outfitters Top and kimono: Made herself  Bag: Urb... Chalsie Williamson, Birmingham fashion design graduate Jeans: Beyond Retro Shoes: Urban Outfitters Top and kimono: Made herself  Bag: Urban Renewal at Urban Outfitters Necklace: Forever 21 Photo: Victoria Adamson/Victoria Adamson
Tom Matthews, fashion design student from Birmingham Jacket and trousers: Vintage  Bag; American Apparel Shirt: Topman Tie: A belt Shoes... Tom Matthews, fashion design student from Birmingham Jacket and trousers: Vintage  Bag; American Apparel Shirt: Topman Tie: A belt Shoes: Underground Photo: Victoria Adamson/Victoria Adamson
Nefeli Christofides, fashion design graduate from Bournmouth University Dress: L and A Shoes: Carvella  Clutch: Vintage Balmain Coat: Enr... Nefeli Christofides, fashion design graduate from Bournmouth University Dress: L and A Shoes: Carvella  Clutch: Vintage Balmain Coat: Enrico Coveri Photo: Victoria Adamson/Victoria Adamson
Raj Soond, graduate in fashion design at Bradford College Jacket: Dior Trousers: Topman Shirt and shoes: Vivienne Westwood Photo: Victoria Adam... Raj Soond, graduate in fashion design at Bradford College Jacket: Dior Trousers: Topman Shirt and shoes: Vivienne Westwood Photo: Victoria Adamson/Victoria Adamson
Stefano Colombini, studying fashion design at Central St. Martins Shirt: Comme Des Garçons Jacket: H&M Trousers: Stella  Shoes... Stefano Colombini, studying fashion design at Central St. Martins Shirt: Comme Des Garçons Jacket: H&M Trousers: Stella  Shoes: Marsell Photo: Victoria Adamson/Victoria Adamson
Sarah Barber Douglas Hill, studying knitwear design at Westminster Coat: Aquascutum  Bag: ASOS Photo: Victoria Adamson/Victoria Adamson
Nathan James, model Coat, top, bag, and boots: Vintage  Jeans: H&M Photo: Victoria Adamson/Victoria Adamson
Edoardo Gentili, law student Jacket: Berlin  Grouses: Burberry Shoes: Pilloni  Shirt: Hand-made Bow tie: Burberry  Photo: Vict... Edoardo Gentili, law student Jacket: Berlin  Grouses: Burberry Shoes: Pilloni  Shirt: Hand-made Bow tie: Burberry  Photo: Victoria Adamson/Victoria Adamson
Levi Ibrahim, studying fashion design at LCF Jacket: Oliver Spencer  Top and hat: eBay Trousers and shoes: H&M Bag: Zara Photo: Vict... Levi Ibrahim, studying fashion design at LCF Jacket: Oliver Spencer  Top and hat: eBay Trousers and shoes: H&M Bag: Zara Photo: Victoria Adamson/Victoria Adamson
Mengxi Shi, graduate in fashion design at Ravensbourne Top, trousers, and shoes: From China  Bag: Prada Photo: Victoria Adamson/Victoria Ad... Mengxi Shi, graduate in fashion design at Ravensbourne Top, trousers, and shoes: From China  Bag: Prada Photo: Victoria Adamson/Victoria Adamson
Lucy Upsher, student of fashion design  Photo: Victoria Adamson/Victoria Adamson
Jimmy Q, model Jacket: Bolongaro Trevor Shirt: Thomas Pink Jeans: Enishi Shoes: Dr. Martens  Photo: Victoria Adamson/Victoria Adamson
Dev, model Top: Calvin Klein  Trousers: All Saints Bag: H&M Shoes: Topshop Jumper: Calvin Klein Photo: Victoria Adamson/Victoria Ada... Dev, model Top: Calvin Klein  Trousers: All Saints Bag: H&M Shoes: Topshop Jumper: Calvin Klein Photo: Victoria Adamson/Victoria Adamson
Willow Carlisle, Bournmouth University fashion textiles graduate Dress: ASOS Hat and jacket: H&M Bag: Gap Shoes: eBay Necklace: Monsoon P... Willow Carlisle, Bournmouth University fashion textiles graduate Dress: ASOS Hat and jacket: H&M Bag: Gap Shoes: eBay Necklace: Monsoon Photo: Victoria Adamson/Victoria Adamson
Winnie Ip, fashion design graduate from Leeds College of Art and Design Jacket: Warehouse  Top: Topshop Skirt: Primark Necklace: Miss Sel... Winnie Ip, fashion design graduate from Leeds College of Art and Design Jacket: Warehouse  Top: Topshop Skirt: Primark Necklace: Miss Selfridge  Bag: Zara Sandals: H&M  Photo: Victoria Adamson/Victoria Adamson
Clarissa Bowman, graduate in fashion promotion at UCA Rochester Top, trousers, and bag: Vintage Shoes: Car Boot Sale Photo: Victoria Adamson/Vic... Clarissa Bowman, graduate in fashion promotion at UCA Rochester Top, trousers, and bag: Vintage Shoes: Car Boot Sale Photo: Victoria Adamson/Victoria Adamson
Nadia Scullion, graduate student at London College of Fashion Jacket: Vintage  Shirt: Cheap Monday Necklace: Primark  Jeans: Monki ... Nadia Scullion, graduate student at London College of Fashion Jacket: Vintage  Shirt: Cheap Monday Necklace: Primark  Jeans: Monki Shoes: Miss Selfridge  Bag: Topshop Photo: Victoria Adamson/Victoria Adamson
Severin Steiner, textile business manager in Switzerland Jacket: Drykorn Jeans: Cheap Monday Rucksack: ASOS Shoes: Prada  Glasses: ASOS ... Severin Steiner, textile business manager in Switzerland Jacket: Drykorn Jeans: Cheap Monday Rucksack: ASOS Shoes: Prada  Glasses: ASOS Bow tie: Paul Kehl Photo: Victoria Adamson/Victoria Adamson
David Herrera, graduate in fashion design at Newport University Shirt: Vintage  Jeans: Primark  Trainers: Nike Necklaces: Vintage an... David Herrera, graduate in fashion design at Newport University Shirt: Vintage  Jeans: Primark  Trainers: Nike Necklaces: Vintage and a ribbon Photo: Victoria Adamson/Victoria Adamson
Katie Lee, fashion textiles lecturer Jumper and belt: Vintage  Dress and socks: Topshop Shoes: Monki Sunglasses: Rayban  Photo: Vict... Katie Lee, fashion textiles lecturer Jumper and belt: Vintage  Dress and socks: Topshop Shoes: Monki Sunglasses: Rayban  Photo: Victoria Adamson/Victoria Adamson
Sophie Greenstreet, graduate in fashion imaging at UCA Epsom Dress: H&M Hat: Sportswear outlet  Boots: Vintage Photo: Victoria Adamson... Sophie Greenstreet, graduate in fashion imaging at UCA Epsom Dress: H&M Hat: Sportswear outlet  Boots: Vintage Photo: Victoria Adamson/Victoria Adamson
Danika Polk, graduate in fashion textiles at Colchester School of Art Dress: Topshop Jacket: H&M Trainers: Converse Photo: Victoria Adamso... Danika Polk, graduate in fashion textiles at Colchester School of Art Dress: Topshop Jacket: H&M Trainers: Converse Photo: Victoria Adamson/Victoria Adamson
Kumru Kodamanoglu, model Trousers: Ayhan Yetgin Top: Mango Jumper: Zara Photo: Victoria Adamson/Victoria Adamson
Victoria Child, fashion student at Bournmouth University Dress: Georgina Elizabeth Mulholland Bag: Vintage Photo: Victoria Adamson/Victoria Adamson
Ava Maria Arias, fashion stylist Trousers: Mary Katrantzou Jacket: Miss Selfridge Jumper: Luella  Shoes: ASOS Shirt: Zara Bag: Cambridg... Ava Maria Arias, fashion stylist Trousers: Mary Katrantzou Jacket: Miss Selfridge Jumper: Luella  Shoes: ASOS Shirt: Zara Bag: Cambridge Satchel Company Rings: Cartier and YSL Photo: Victoria Adamson/Victoria Adamson
Kathryn Hewitson, graduate in fashion design at Northumbria University Top: H&M Dress: House of Holland  Shoes: Kurt Geiger Bag:... Kathryn Hewitson, graduate in fashion design at Northumbria University Top: H&M Dress: House of Holland  Shoes: Kurt Geiger Bag: Warehouse  Glasses: ASOS Photo: Victoria Adamson/Victoria Adamson
Lizzie Bishop and Alex Furwell, graduates in fashion design Alex: All vintage Lizzie: All vintage, with Primark shoes Photo: Victoria Adamson/V... Lizzie Bishop and Alex Furwell, graduates in fashion design Alex: All vintage Lizzie: All vintage, with Primark shoes Photo: Victoria Adamson/Victoria Adamson
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