Hair inspiration from the leading ladies of london fashion week

Bringing trademark London cool to the front rows - and catwalks - of the world, style icons like Alexa Chung and Edie Campbell prove that fashion-week style isn't all about immaculate blow-dries and glossy polish.

Trademark cool-girl looks like parted fringes, textured waves and grungy colour all make far more of a style impact and tick the boxes for many of the season's trends - from 60s fringes to 90s texture and the prevailing dip-dye love-in.

Get inspired by these girls now, with our round-up of their best looks;

"This is a simple but gorgeous look. The hair is pulled back into a modest ponytail so all the focus is on the fringe, which frames the face beautifully. The spider fringe is a longer length than usual, and falls just in line with the eyes. The fringe has been straightened and simply separated in the middle, then the whole look has been slightly teased for a more relaxed finish."

"How do you ask for an 'Alexa Chung' haircut? It's definitely one of those haircuts where you need the face to match as it has a dual effect. She always has that undone look but I'm sure it takes hours to achieve. I love the way she looks - not just her hair - from head to toe. She's absolutely flawless and flies the flag for the late-20s age group."   

"Felicity shows how trends for Autumn/Winter 2012 are moving towards more of a sexy, dishevelled fringe. It's a laid-back style, where the hottest lengths will be grown-out, worn with a subtle centre parting, and pushed to each side à la Alexa Chung. It's an update on the Jessie J look with more fashionista chic."

"Cara's luscious shiny locks are the epitome of healthy nourished hair. Her honey blonde colour suits her tanned complexion, and helps accentuate her bright blue eyes. The use of a darker blonde under-colour helps to add depth and variety to her simple yet beautiful hair style."