Bogner Skijacke Coco Chanel wanted to design fashion collections that were wearable for the modern woman back in the 1920s and beyond. Now, Norwich fashion designer Vanessa Lewis, with her minimalist boutique on Wensum Street, wants to take Norwich and the world by storm with her classic and wearable designs that bring a touch of tailored femininity to women's wear.And the similarities between the two designers do not stop there, as the 47-year-old's designs ooze a Chanel-esque charm. The classically cut suit with cropped jacket and pencil skirt is reminiscent of Chanel's signature cardigan jacket from 1925, while the 60s inspired shift dresses and contemporary pieces prove that, like Chanel, Vanessa has an eye for fashion forward styles �C a 60s fashion revival is part of many autumn and winter collections �C and styles that will stand the test of time.Like Chanel, Vanessa is inspired by the arts. Old black and white movies starring style icons Audrey Hepburn or Grace Kelly are her inspiration, and her elegant, classically styled pieces reflect this."I design both seasonal collections and made to measure, bespoke items that are classic and are designed to suit all ages and shapes," says Vanessa. "The key to all my designs is style and quality. There are an increasing number of women who are looking for investment pieces that they can wear forever. My designs offer comfort, design and quality �C a winning combination if you are looking for timeless pieces that will last you a lifetime."Vanessa moved with her family to Norfolk three years ago and opened the Vanessa Lewis boutique in November 2014. With a fashion degree under her belt in 2001 and skills in pattern cutting, design and dressmaking, Vanessa started out as a freelance designer working from home making items for clients who she visited for fittings. However, it had always been her ambition to have her own boutique selling her own designs. Now, with her first established fashion boutique, Vanessa aims to take Norwich Fashion Week by storm this September."At the moment I am working on my autumn collection, which will be launched at the Open Store event during Norwich Fashion Week," says Vanessa, who is currently keeping her new designs well under wraps."I showcased some of my current designs at the Norwich Fringe Festival earlier this year, where I worked in collaboration with fashion students. I also exhibited at the Royal Norfolk Show in June and was amazed by the amount of interest and commissions I received."The positive feedback Vanessa's designs received at the Royal Norfolk Show has encouraged her to branch out into made to measure and bespoke design, alongside her off-the-peg collections.Says Vanessa: "Any item can be tailor made to suit the individual, even the collection pieces for sale in the boutique can be adjusted and altered to your liking.,,Fashion weeks in India are becoming bigger and bigger as the seasons go by. They aren't just events to be talked about, but they are also events that give us an idea about who the talented designers in our country are and also what is in this season. Fashion weeks introduce us to the work of brilliant as well as budding designers and give us an opportunity to pick our favorites. They also give us ideas on how to get creative with what we wear. Wills India fashion week 2014 was no different. As one of the biggest fashion weeks in the country, it sure gave us a lot to talk about. christian louboutin shoes uk "gucci purses,"gucci canvas,"giuseppe zanotti knockoffs