Another notable immigrant community that has enriched London's culture hails from India, with records of immigration dating back to the 1600s and a large influx throughout the 18th and 19th centuries, from the first British Indian MP Dadabhai Naoroji, elected in 1892, to the British-Indian army, a 2.5 million-strong force of volunteers that fought during WW2. Not to mention the chefs and restaurants that have shaped the capital's culinary scene, from the family-run spots on Brick Lane to Mayfair's Punjabi restaurant Ambassador's Clubhouse.
Always wanted to know what it's like backstage at LFW? Maria Kovacks is a Creative Director of Hair and Session Stylist at London Fashion Week. We followed her for two back-to-back shows find out the highs and lows happening backstage at LFW and discover just what it takes to get a show going at the esteemed bi-annual event. Maria has been a hairstylist for over 30 years.
The event will display exclusive new Von Dutch and Von Dutch Loves pieces and feature a giveaway of Von Dutch Loves Trucker Caps and t-shirts for the first 100 partygoers through the door. The event will also feature limited edition, bespoke Von Dutch artworks created on-site by street artist Dondy who's renowned for his bold murals and evocative portraits. Featuring sets from London house-music favourite Rossi, rising talent Delilah, with her blend of soulful house and brooding bass, and fabric regular Half Pint.
