The unveiling of the new BBC show attracted over 150 fashionable guests to celebrate the evolution of Scottish style, featuring an array of designers and influencers.
V&A Dundee recently hosted a notable gathering for the premiere of the BBC show “Icons of Style,” drawing a fashionable crowd of over 150 guests to Scotland’s dedicated design museum. The event took place on Tuesday and showcased a new docuseries presented by former BBC Newsnight journalist Kirsty Wark, which delves into the rich history of Scottish fashion.
Among the star-studded attendees were a mix of influencers, models, and designers from across Scotland, all proudly showcasing their personal styles on the red carpet.
Kirsty Wark, 70, originally from Glasgow, arrived dressed in a Christopher Kane shirt paired with a new kilt from Le Kilt, tights by Wolford, and shoes from Dior. When asked about her style, Wark described it as classic with twists and expressed her love for vibrant clothing and vintage pieces. “My mum was probably my style icon,” she noted, sharing that she still wears some of her mother’s clothes from the 1950s.
Howey Ejegi, 35, a social media influencer from Dundee, sported an ensemble consisting of trousers and a top from Orange Nerd and a leather jacket from Barneys. She described her style as unique and tailored while citing musician Lenny Kravitz as her current style icon.
Another prominent figure, fashion designer Hayley Scanlan, 42, from Dundee, donned a mix of her own designs alongside pieces from SookSook and M&S. Scanlan characterized her style as feminine yet edgy and mentioned her affection for shopping at charity stores and platforms like Vinted.
Trackie McLeod, a 31-year-old artist from Glasgow, embraced a casual look with a blue Adidas tracksuit and a trench coat from a charity shop, representing a blend of masculine and feminine styles. He identified Robbie Williams from the early 2000s as his style inspiration.
Kirsty Hassard, 36, a curator at V&A Dundee, arrived in a classic ensemble with “eccentric touches” including items primarily sourced from vintage shops and high street brands. Her style icon is the iconic model Jane Birkin, known for her distinctive collars.
Also attending was 23-year-old fashion stylist Blessing Afolayan from Dundee, who attracted attention in a dress from The Wardrobe charity shop paired with a Furla bag, calling her aesthetic fun and eccentric.
Mil Stricevic, 58, a designer and educator at Glasgow School of Art, exhibited an eclectic style, wearing clothing from Comme Des Garçons and Vivienne Westwood. He mentioned his affinity for shopping on eBay and cited Paul Simonon of The Clash as an influence.
Flora McFarlane, 22, a fashion designer from Hawick, presented a chic look with secondhand pieces, including a jacket by Vivienne Westwood and boots from Hermes, framing her style as effortlessly chic.
Sam Edmond, 48, the head of partnership at V&A Dundee, showcased a high-low style with a mix of investments and high street finds, and identified Sam McCoach of Le Kilt as a style icon.
Belocime Musolo, 34, a designer and founder of Nephtali Couture, wore a vibrant dress from Grassfield and Louboutin shoes, embracing a colorful aesthetic.
Jewelry designer Katie New, 47, from Dundee, wore her own designs and showcased a love for secondhand shopping, drawing inspiration from Iris Apfel.
Finally, Sarah Cushnie, 46, a freelance designer specializing in alternative materials, wore a dress from Louche. She highlighted Vinted and secondhand shops as her preferred shopping destinations, with Vivienne Westwood as her style influence.
The event at V&A Dundee served as a celebration of fashion and individuality, bringing together this dynamic group to honor the premiere of a series that reflects the history and evolution of Scottish style.
Source: Noah Wire Services
