For Todd Lynn, “new” is so…last millennium.

That ethos informs his current showcase, on display at the London Showroom during Paris Fashion Week. Lynn spent some time with me, reviewing his collection and talking about his fashion, his furs, his fabrics and the inspiration he finds in the works of a Norwegian artist.

1. The Dress:  Lynn worked on this in collaboration with London jewellery designer Shaun Leane. “Shaun is the jewellery designer who started working with Alexander McQueen. All those showpieces—he did them. This is actually very light. It’s nylon, done with a 3-D printer, and then it’s metallized after. So, it is not cheap!”

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I actually had more like 45 minutes with the charming Montreal-born, London-based designer, but that story will run in an upcoming issue of the magazine. As Erdem toured me through the Paris showroom for his latest collection, he told me that some of his prints reminded him of Rorschach patterns. On that note, I put him through the paces with ELLE Canada’s express personality profile.

Erdem Fall/Winter 2012. Image courtesy of ImaxTree.com.

What is your idea of perfect happiness?

“A jog by the canal, near where I live in London.”

Biggest indulgence?

“My books. I own over 1,000 of them. I have a huge library. They’re mainly  photographic collections. Just yesterday, I bought a Victorian-era photo album at a flea market…a family photo album.”

Whom do you most admire, living or dead?

“My mother.”

If you could be a historical figure, who would you be?

“That’s such a good question! Hmm…Napolean, but taller!” [laughs]

What’s the worst thing about your job?

“When I doubt myself.”

The best thing?

“When something looks exactly as you imagined it to be. It’s wonderful.”

Who is your favourite fictional character?

“Rupert Bear.”

What skill do you wish you had?

“I wish I were ambidextrous.”

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After the celebrity-packed front row at Burberry on Tuesday night, London Fashion Week came to a close yesterday. Living up to its reputation, London was full of fearless fashionistas and quirky style mavens. Here are some of my favourite streetstyle imaginative looks.

THE GIRL: Peony is a freelance brand adviser, stylist and blogger at www.peonylim.blogspot.com

SPOTTED: Burberry show at the Albert Lodge in Hyde Park.

HER STYLE: Adoringly regal.

WHY WE LOVE IT!   The embellished statement dress by Patricia Chang and Alaia coat have a regal vibe, which is gets an added pop with Topshop hot pink coloured tights and a Louis Vuitton  handbag. Bonus: the stately fur topper!

FASHION WEEK FAVORITE ADDRESSES:  “Harvey Nichols has a daily fresh made sandwich bar on the top floor which I love. One of my favorite shop in London is Joseph for its mix of designer labels. Lets not forget Dover Street Market: such a fun shop where one can find emerging designers.”

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From students, bloggers, stylistas and editrixes to trade insiders, the fashion-fearless Brits showed up en masse for London Fashion Week. The runway lineup was impressive, and everyone was here to support their favourite British designers. It was chilly—but the London streets were stylin’.

THE GIRL: Hedvig is a freelance editor, photographer and blogger at www.Northernlights.com

SPOTTED: The show space at Somerset House.

HER STYLE:  Urban sportif.

WHY WE LOVE IT!  This winter, the parka was the coat du jour. Hedvig cleverly paired her Burberry Parka with a Lanvin T-shirt, J Brand jeans and Acne shoes. She completed her chic sportif look with an Alexander Wang mini handbag and a clear orange Balenciaga bangle. In case of extreme cold, she came prepared with a pair of socks in her handbag!

FASHION WEEK FAVORITE ADDRESSES: “Dover Street Market is one of my favorite spaces when it come to designer fashion. When I want great Chinese food, I head for Yashin in Soho for some delicious dim sum.”

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London Fashion Week kicked off on Friday at the famed Somerset House. The first day showcased the city’s love of fashion with loads of colour, rocker chic and Britannia cool! Here are the hip-Brits that caught my eye.

THE GIRL: Stella Katterman is a student and fashion blogger at www.stellawardrobe.blogspot.com

SPOTTED: The show space at Somerset House.

HER STYLE:  Mod Annie Hall.

WHY WE LOVE IT!  Stella has perfectly blended bright pops of colour and sparkles with her Jonathan Saunders top and Topshop sequin skirt and shoes. Her colour-coordinated eye make-up brings a sweet whimsy to her look.

FASHION WEEK FAVORITE ADDRESSES: “Ohhh….I love eating out at Spuntino in Soho and Topshop is my go to shopping destination. They know me well there!”

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