Canary Wharf Fashion Shows

So I work in Canary Wharf doing the day and starting today all through the weekend they are having up to 25% discount across a lot of the shops. I like Canary Wharf for shopping as it is not as crammed as Oxford Street, I think and less annoying tourists who just want to block your path. Most of the shops are in the 20% discount bracket including Aquascutum, Aspinal of London, French Connection, Warehouse, LK Bennett, Gant and Karen Millen. There are different discounts in different shops so please check before you go. For a little preview, here are the fashion shows which are taking place over the weekend showcasing the hottest summer looks.

London Fashion Weekend

Do you look at the catwalks and wish you could be there? I was always that girl with my face glued to computer watching catwalk online and gasping at the clothes. I would instantly start picking my wardrobe for the next season and start looking at the trends. I may not be a head to toe uber-fashionista but I like to have one or two key pieces. Ladies, I am here to tell you about a little shopping haven that will help you update your wardrobe.

At London Fashion Weekend, you can get items from the current season at discount. It makes a lovely day out with friends. Clothes, jewellery and accessories, it's all there. Designers include Jaeger London, Linda Farrow and the fabulous Holly Fulton. Having seen her current collection here, it is not one to miss with bold colours and prints.

Get your hair and makeup done, be entertained by top DJs and eat at some of the top restaurants which are around Somerset House including resident outlet, Tom Aiken. For a perfect wardrobe update, head to London Fashion Weekend. What I love about London Fashion Weekend is the ability to be on the front row. Tickets to the catwalk shows are like gold dust so for the chance to be on the F-Row where celebs have been sitting just hours before is pretty awesome. This year Caroline Flack and Zoe Hardman are hosting the catwalk shows so I am sure it will be lots of fun. I recommend starting early as there is lots to see and do.

It takes place straight after London Fashion Week over 4 days from 23rd - 26th February. There are various ticket options for you to choose from starting from £16 for Just Shop to £39.50 for Shop & The Lot which includes entry, catwalk and goodie bag, exclusive of booking fees. For more info and book your tickets, go to www.londonfashionweekend.co.uk.

Amway Fashion Show

A few weeks ago, I went to the Inspiring Diversity Fashion Show sponsored by Amway. I finally have the chance to share some of gorgeous clothes with you. It was a charity fashion show in aid of a fantastic cause. The collections were available to order and all profits went to raise money for the Inspired By People (IBP) charity. They support projects in developing countries and aim to improve and empower the lives of vulnerable people, particularly women and children. 5 designers were on show so without further ado...

z-mode was my favourite collection and the hostess' favourite as well as she wearing the most beautiful dress from z-mode below. The hostess was Zoe Hardman who was really nice and quite funny. The designer, Victoria Rangayah is from Lithunia. She relocated to the UK in 2008 and launched her label z-mode during LFW SSH in 2010.

Ivana Basilotta AW11

Oh I have found a new fabulous designer!! Ivana Basilotta has been around 2 years working towards eco-sustainable fashion. Her latest fashion had lots of neutral colours and blue shades for AW11. Love this jumpsuit...

Essex Fashion Week

OK, I admit I am a fan of The Only Way is Essex. Why? I live in Essex and I love it!!! So when I heard about Essex Fashion Week first mentioned on the show I simply had to go. It’s not all white stilettos and mini-skirts I can assure you, unless you have been to Romford and in that case you might be forgiven for thinking differently as the girls there clearly do not feel the cold. There were several brands on display and some of them were actually very good. If you do not believe me, see for yourself below. See if you can spot Nanny Pat!