The buzz amongst the photographers waiting for the VPL by Victoria Bartlett show was all about it being an 'underwear' collection but if they were expecting Victoria's Secret I'm sure they were disappointed because this Victoria has a whole different take on sexy. In fact while the brand has it's roots in underwear as outerwear it's moved on considerably and is now predominately outerwear. But the same influences still apply, the fashion is structured with a simplicity of form that makes it almost noble or proud, think vintage swimwear, or athletic wear from bygone Olympics or perhaps post WWII Russian propaganda posters. [David McIntyre] more...