London Fashion Week estethica highlights: By Stamo

The luxury ethical womenswear brand By Stamo introduces not one but two lines for AW 10 as seen at estethica for London Fashion Week. Eleni Sardi was there to check them out.

The main line is titled ‘Combat Dandy’ with 26 pieces that play with feminine and masculine elements as silhouettes are balanced with military details like big pockets and epaulettes.

The designer spoke to Greenmystyle.com about the materials she used for this line which came from Laurent Garigue and Dormeuil, favourites of several top designers. Dormeuil provided the men’s tailoring fabrics that were turned into fabulous strapless dresses and pencil skirts striking a balance between feminine forms and masculine fabrics.

The garments are made with great attention to detail and the epaulettes were even made with two trims by the designer herself. All the garments feature silk lining and are handmade.

Our favourite picks include the silk organza a-line top and the wool strapless dress with front opening. The wool jacket with silk organza waterfall frill is also a beautiful and timeless piece.

Quirky and inspirational, Stamo-Elizabeth Ampatielo’s personality is probably best reflected in her ‘Confusion’ line. When we visited her at her estethica stand, she was wearing one red and one black shoe. “I just get bored easily”, she told us and that is the inspiration behind her line of half jackets made of vintage or recycled fabrics so that the customer can mix and match.

She found most of the fabrics in old warehouses and textile shops around Athens and reworked the forgotten fabrics or clothes into this unusual collection which is bold and striking.

By Stamo’s signature trademark is a handmade crocheted rosette inspired by nature in her native island of Cephalonia and a craft technique that originated there indicating her respect for tradition and local crafts as well as for the environment.

Visit By Stamo’s website.