This week the fashion world suffered a great loss. Designer Alexander Mcqueen was found dead in his home. The designs of Alexander McQueen were worn by such celebrities as Cameron Diaz, Rihanna and Lady Gaga and he was known across the globe for his shocking creations that have captivated and inspired millions during his many years as a designer.

Launched in 1989 BCBGMAXAZRIA is a modern, forward thinking women’s clothing brand the creating genius behind the label is 60 year old Tunisian born French designer Max Azria.

Azria commenced his career in fashion in Paris in the early 1970’s prior to emigrating to Los Angeles, USA, in 1981.

The Video shows catwalk highlights from BCBGMaxAzria at Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week New York, Autumn 2009.

Acclaimed for his iconic stripped down look, Helmut Lang was a groundbreaker in the men’s fashion domain for contemporary minimalistic styling. Lang stepped down as creative director in January 2005 however the label was later relaunched under the helm of Michael and Nicole Colovos, who previously owned the LA based designer denim label Habitual.

Andrew Christian is one of the worlds leading underwear designers, he was born in  in Fresno, California on January 9th, 1978. Andrew’s interest in fashion started when he was a mere slip of a lad and soon after gradation from high school, he relocated to Los Angeles to begin his career in the fashion industry.

Day Birger et Mikkelsen is a Danish fashion brand which was founded in 1998 by Keld Mikkelsen and Malene Birger. The Day Birger et Mikkelsen collection features simple feminine designs with a subtle bohemian edge.

This fabulous fashion brand has really made it’s mark on the fashion industry on a global scale and as a result the various styles used have been used as inspiration for many different seasons. The collection features tailoring, knitwear and evening dresses all sporting fabulous embellishments and a fantastic attention to detail.

Markus Lupfer is a German born fashion designer who graduated in 1997 from the University of Westminster and is based in London. As a fashion designer he mainly focuses on knitwear and specialises in sequined embroidery.