David Gandy: my LC:M highlights, day 2

After a late night and an early start, David Gandy selects his best moments from day 2 of London Collections: Men

A model at the Hacket AW14 show at London Collections: Men
Hackett at London Collections: Men Credit: Photo: PA

The first full day of London Collections:Men came to an close on Monday with Marks & Spencer surprising everyone (again) with their stylish Best of British collection, and standing out with their choice of handsome, masculine models.

It had been a long day, but well worth it. And it wasn't over yet. After those various shows and presentations we were treated to dinner at the Mayfair restaurant 34 by Tommy Hilfiger and Jonathan Newhouse, which, in the company of Tinie Tempah, Tracey Emin, Natalie Massenet, Caroline Rush and others, was great fun. This was followed by the LC:M party hosted by Esquire magazine at the Rosewood Hotel, where I bumped into my friend Luke Evans, who had taken a break from shooting every major feature film going to have a Johnnie Walker with me and Esquire's editor, Alex Bilmes, the only man in the packed room who could get served instantly at the bar - one of the perks of being the party's host.

After a late finish, before I knew it I was queueing for coffees for us all on our journey back in for day two of LC:M.

The Margaret Howell show at London Collections:Men

Margaret Howell (Photo: Reuters)

As an ambassador for London Collections:Men, I try and do something special for the shows. This year I worked with Neil Fennell to design my own suit and overcoat, complete with my name embroidered on the collar - which provided a blast of school-day nostalgia and is a good way to ensure I don't lose it!

Models at the James Long show at London Collections: Men

James Long (Photos: Getty Images)

Day two saw another packed schedule, with JW Anderson, Christopher Raeburn, Margaret Howell, Richard James and Hackett all on the menu.

James Long's show at the Old Sorting Office really stood out for me, with it's blue-haired models and sci-fi influenced, futuristic, quilted bomber jackets (which I have on my list to buy) and their mid-length coats which I've seen a lot over the past two days.

Models at the Hackett show at London Collections:Men

Hackett (Photo: PA)

I always look forward to Hackett and as usual it was a great show - polished, British and with a really fun twist plus luggage to die for and a beautiful tartan rug gifted to each of us who went - which has already been allocated a space in my new home.

It's been a wet, grey day, cheered up by everyone being in great spirits thanks to the shows and events, and whilst (as I write) day two isn't over yet, I'm already looking forward to this evening's festivities - and, of course, to another packed day tomorrow.