Burberry - The reinvention of greatness... Stay tuned.

Burberry; a label which has undoubtly changed the way we look at outerwear fashion for the better, and also for worse. Everybody of my generation will remember the early 2000's which saw the lower class don Burberry scarfs, hats and an array of other accessories. However hard for us to believe, before this anti climax, the fashion giant supplied the world with season after season of contemporary clothing and accessories.

Looking forward at the Burberry SS14 collection, we she the ditch ofbright colours and floral prints yet the return of soft pastel colours and almost awkward dark and nude intergrations. Lace seems to be the main focus of this collection, and unfortunately bears resemblance to a mid nineties bed dress. The underay of the outfit consists of matching pastel high waisted underwear. I suggest all the pensioners should hurry to Burberry while supplies last, needless to say that won't happen anytime soon. Personally I find a minimal outfit in need of matching shoes-accessories, this works for the second image, but not for the first. The only thumb up I would give for these two samples would be the classic Burberry trench, with a suede edge matching the models hair colour. However the second image more noticeably matches the bland, colour palette with the face of model, sorry girls!

On a much higher note, I really do like the new mens collection. This is a surprise as normally the haus tend to focus on bold and exquisite pieces for women, but the tables have turned for us guys! Taking a look at the first image, I'm sure you will all agree that's the contrasting polka/stripe combination is a winner, although I would have thought a slightly more tailored jacket would add a little extra punch to the outfit, or maybe that would give too much of a formal look? I do also think the trousers may look better with a slimmer cut, but the outfit all in all does work well together, especially those bright statement, suede dessert shoes!

Finally, saving the best for last. I must admit, I think this look may well be my favorite formal look for the upcoming season. The min focus of the outfit was defiantly the classic trench, and I think this needed to be highlighted to show male consumers the versatility and importance this jacket can show. Complimenting the jacket lays a pressed shirt and pant combination, with both beautiful matching shoes and tote sack, a complete winner in my eyes, and just look at the model!

Needless to say, Burberry need to, in my eyes, focus to balance both their mens and women's collections to suit the needs of not only their current consumers, but also those of the future.