"Wicked Brit Designers, Dahling" (Awesome British Designers for all you Fashionistas)

With the Royal Wedding Anniversary and London Olympic Games approaching, it's put us in the mood for British fashion. With our tutorial, you'll be on your way to the Fash Pack (a slave to fashion).

Stella McCartney

The daughter of Paul McCartney, her signature style is described as sharp, confident, and feminine. She is a vegetarian, and has a strict no fur/leather policy for her designs. She has recently gained notoriety for her wedding dresses.
Stars Who Love McCartney

Gwyneth Paltrow, Kate Hudson, Kate Moss, Madonna

Alexander McQueen
The fashion house was started by designer Alexander McQueen. After his death in 2010, it was taken over by Sarah Burton. The label is best known for it's well tailored, incredibly detailed, and often controversial designs.
Some of Our Favorite Pieces

Pippa Middleton, Michelle Obama, Jessica Chastain

Alice Temperley
Alice Temperley heads her label, Temperley London. The brand is well known for its beautiful fabrics and hand finishes.

Temperley London Spring 2012

Ted Baker
Ted Baker started in men's dress shirts. After a successful word of mouth campaign, the brand has expanded to women's and children's clothing as well as a very successful accessory line. The handbags are the most fun, classic looks with a twist.

Top Shop
Although it's more a store than designer, they are having enormous success in England. Calling itself a "high street brand", it brings popular styles from the streets of London to the world.

www.topshopusa.com

Issa
Issa is a Ready to Wear line founded by Brazilian born Daniella Issa Helayel. The label primarily focuses on silk jersey dresses. "It's all about versaltility," says the designer. The same dress can be worn to the beach, office, or red carpet. In 2010, Issa gained worldwide notoriety when Kate Middleton wore a dress while announcing her engagement to Prince William.

The Duchess of Cambridge 

Jenny Packham
The Ready to Wear designer specializes in red carpet dresses and bridal wear. She helped style Kim Catrall in Sex and the City, and designed for two James Bond movies. Her dresses are frequently seen on Kate Middleton and all over the red carpet during awards season. More notably, she designed the dress worn by Emma Watson in Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows -Part 1.