Two years ago in China, a whole new kind of concept store popped up, promoting the craftwork of local indie designers. With a rough, raw quality about them, these products are filling shelves and websites with a fresh air of authenticity and engaging the Chinese youth.

Like a scene out of an epic movie (think Nicole Kidman in Australia, Kate Winslet in Titanic), Samantha Cole London creates collections that are larger-than-life; that make a statement and convey a characteristic of the star personality through unspoken words.

One word: double. Yep, flee though you may, this season denim is so big you can actually team it with, well, more denim. And, dare I say it, I’m actually warming to the idea.