As I write this post, I am sat in front of the TV on one of my rare evenings of TV viewing. My only night of watching TV this week had to be Tuesday because, I just had to watch the much advertised British Style Genius on BB2.

The programme was an interesting watch for any fashionista and it gave me a real sense of patriotism to hear all about the fashion democracy that we have in Britain. Well of course, I always knew that we had something different in Britain in terms of fashion innovation. You only have to read Susie Bubbles posts at Paris fashion week to realise that the French don’t have the same sense of experimentation when it comes to style. One of the most interesting parts of the programme for me was seeing the input that Kate Moss had into the ‘Kate Moss’ Collection for Topshop. Of course it could all be fake for the cameras but I have always wondered how much involvement there is in the celebrity/ designer high street collaborations.

I also found it really interesting to hear how British fashion has evolved including historical labels like Biba and Ossie Clark, the influence of vintage clothing and the role of one of my favourites, M & S. As Topshop goes to New York, I will be really interested to see how the very British style sold by this iconic high street shop will sell in the US. Will they have to adapt the whole concept for America?

There are in total 5 programmes over 5 weeks, I can’t wait until next Tuesday.

If you want to bag yourself  a bit of British fashion History this Biba Top is just what you need.

Sixties Brit brand Biba was originally founded by Barbara Hulanicki in 1964. It became hugely popular with its Kensington department store selling everything from fashion to home furnishings and more. Biba played a key role in classifying London as the most fashionable city in the world during the seventies. The store attracted many celebrity customers including Mick and Bianca Jagger, Twiggy, Yoko Ono, Bridgitte Bardot and Raquel Welch. The store were an amazing retail environment that combined Art Decco, Noveau, Victoriana and the golden age of Hollywood. Unfortunately in 1975, the store closed down.In 2006, much to our delight, Biba relaunched at London Fashion Week. The new label has a modern look but still holds onto the bold and innovative design that was it signature back in the days. Biba is distinctly British and manages to combine the legendary rock and roll spirit of its heyday with present day style.The Spring Summer 08 Biba collection is gorgeous. Here are some of my favourites: