The Art of Design Issue 17 2015 | Page 113

113 Natural History Museum Hosts London Fashion Week Collection Global press, photographers, buyers and VIPS flocked to the Natural History Museum this week to preview British fashion designer Antonio Berardiís S/S16 womenís collection. Organised by OBO London, 350 guests sat in the venueís contemporary Darwin Centre, whilst the Spirit Collection of the Darwin Centre was transformed into a backstage dressing, hair and make-up area. Accredited production company White Light were in charge of all sound and lighting for the show and began setting up the night before from 6pm until 11pm. The team then returned early on Monday morning to complete the final touches to the space for the live show. Simon Kershaw, head of events and catering at the Natural History Museum, added: ìThe event requires a very slick production and demands a quick set up and de-rig to fit outside of the Museumís opening hours of 10am to 6pm. ìThe Natural History Museum is no stranger to hosting London Fashion Week having been the central location for the shows in 2009 before it moved to Somerset House. The Darwin Centre is a unique venue space and lends itself perfectly to this event. www.londonfashionweek.co.uk