Flowers, Flowers, Flowers...

I recently carried out a photo shoot inspired by research findings from a university project entitled 'Research and Innovation'. My concept was to produce a cultural flower market in Seven Dials, Covent Garden, involving seven different cultures and the area's diverse retailers. I found it intriguing looking into how different cultures worldwide use flowers for markets, celebrations and festivals and so I wanted to incorporate these different aspects into a colourful, beautiful photo shoot.  

Creative Direction - Layla Abounour

Photography - Paul Astley

Model - Emanuela Isufi

Hair and Makeup - Robyn Wilson

Geisha Shoot

I have recently been a part of a styling group for an extra curricular project at university. We were in charge of creating a concept to promote seven Fashion Design student's final designs. The concept we came up with was inspired by the Japanese Geisha girl, drawing inspiration from their pale, yet colourful make up, unique chunky shoes, floral decorations and vintage photographs.

Stylists:

Layla Abounour

Masentle Dlamini 

Abby Lake

Clarissa Bowman

Charlotte Sheppard 

Photographer:

Christopher Turner

Model:

Sophia Florence

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