For Autumn and Winter 2002/03 the Louis de Gama collection is as feminine as ever with a hint of biblical reference. Signature tailoring is strict in style and offered in dogtooth and heavy wools with some leather lapel detailing. Jackets are teamed with long legged skinny trousers, which are rouched below the knee. Add an old style oversized shirt and tailoring becomes slightly low-key in style. For the new season, some tailored jackets have short sleeves and deep v-necks. Teamed with Sunday school mini skirts, either pleated or ruffled and in black or red gingham, the look is distinctly innocent. Grown ups may prefer dresses, featuring diagonal ruffles, that are cut dangerously low at the back. Remaining true to his aesthetic, shirting is up tight and proper. High-buttoned clerical blouses featuring pin-tuck bibs are neat and snug or oversized and come in rich chocolate brown, black or white. Colours are distinctly sedate this season; navys, browns and beiges provide the basic palette whilst red and sky blue offer a positive highlight of colour. Photo: Rui Vasco Make-up Antónia Rosa with Estée Lauder products Make-up Antónia Rosa with Estée Lauder products Louis de Gama was born in Portugal in 1970 and moved to London nine years ago in search of new experiences and the vibrant music and art scene. Having always used clothes as a way of expressing himself and communicating with others (and of overcoming his shyness), Louis began to study fashion design. Firstly Louis began by taking a HND in Fashion Design at Barnet College before going on to get a BA (hons) in Fashion Design at the University of Westminster. Browns Focus immediately bought his graduate collection. After college, Louis leant his trade hands on, working with Boudicca, Tristan Webber and a bespoke tailoring house. Having shown three times at London Fashion Week, Louis de Gama has built a strong international reputation for his sexy, modern style with strong attention on detail.