The Rising Stars SS13 : The Rising Stars

Leather, lace, lamé – no textile is off limits for Creatures of the Wind duo Shane Gabier and Chris Peters, the up-and-coming mixologists of the Stateside fashion scene. The Chicago-based pair were runners up in a prestigious CFDA prize that has seen them collaborate on a collection for J.Crew. Their collections are inspired by far-reaching references – sailors’ wives and fairies, anyone? –and are made up of perfectly unexpected pieces that just work. No wonder their star is so quickly on the ascent.

Since its launch in 2009, London-based label Draw in Light has steadily been gathering a cult following for its free-hand silk screen-printed pieces that are both striking and utterly effortless. Founders Polly Wilkinson and Harriet Barford are this season holding their first presentation in Soho, and we're looking forward to catching a glimpse into the ethereal world of their latest offering. 

Fred Butler makes accessories for people who want to look ‘exciting’. Her wearable sculptures fulfil that promise: made from graphic shapes, bold clashing colours and a mish mash of borrowed-from-the-rainbow fabrics, they’re a psychedelic trip into the outer realms of fashion. 

Holmes & Yang has enjoyed a sharp increase in sales lately, which cynics would say is due to a certain Hollywood divorce. But pre-nups and Scientology aside, Katie Holmes is making her first New York Fashion Week presentation this week along with partner (and stylist) Jeanne Yang. The label has been available now for three years but this will be the first time Holmes & Yang will be opened up to the scrutiny of the world’s fashion editors. Watch this space... 

Pedro Lourenço first gained notoriety in the fashion industry for his age: he staged his first show at Paris Fashion Week at the tender age of 19. But over the past few seasons the Brazilian designer has fought to overcome his faddish status as a child prodigy and to create clothes that cement him as a designer to watch. With a focus on structure, Lourenço is intent on breaking boundaries with his clothing, and his architectural, visually challenging designs have drawn comparisons to Nicolas Ghesquière as a result. 

Central Saint Martins graduate Huishan Zang is making waves on the eveningwear scene with his ethereal dresses that play on light, levity and total femininity. The first collection from the 28 year old Chinese designer sold out of Browns within a month, so his salon show during London Fashion Week is a seriously hot ticket.