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A Counterpoint on London Fashion Week

In this buzzy hotbed of design talent, too many of the top shows felt like costume plays or exercises in appropriation, argues Angelo Flaccavento.
(From L-R) Christopher Kane Autumn/Winter 2016, Alexander McQueen Autumn/Winter 2016, Mary Katrantzou Autumn/Winter 2016 | Source: InDigital.tv
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  • Angelo Flaccavento

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