Danish student Louise Amstrup has been tipped for great things after winning last year's On/Off Visionary Award, and her AW11 show did not disappoint. Drawing on American youth revolution in the twentieth century and anti-conformist female rebels, Born Bad showed us hyper-feminine silhouettes in subversive patent leather and shots of acid yellow. Knee socks added an air of feigned innocence, while Amstrup's signature panelling this season appears in rebellious asphalt and jet black. 1940s zoot suits are cited as an influence, and it is clear from the sharply tailored hats that here the overall effect is one of rakish nonchalance.
Black polo necks in patent leather add a unconventional touch, while two-tone sleeves continue the fashion week theme of sudden colour and texture blocking. Black is the default colour of choice, especially seen in flippy skirts and twice-tied belts. Channel Amstrup's rebellious atmosphere by looking out for grey panelling, plum merino and acidic yellow silk. Team with budget black tights and a polo neck, and create your own historical youth rebellion, although maybe leave out the patent leather dresses.
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