People That Inspire me: Darcey Bussell

I admit it, I've never been to the ballet and never really been into dancing but something has come over me lately. Last christmas, I watched 'Darcey Bussell Dances Hollywood' on the BBC, where Darcey danced all the major dances from the musicals such as 'Good morning' from 'Singing In The Rain' in one sequence, without stopping (see it on Youtube here)and I was transfixed! Obviously trained as a ballerina, I was amazed how she could transfer her skills and perform this impressive tap dance, without breaking into a sweat!

When I had the opportunity to meet her in September (only a few days after the 'Strictly Come Dancing' couples were announced - and right in the middle of London Fashion Week for me), I was thrilled to find she was as charismatic and charming as she comes across on screen. And I had a few jealous friends who have had the lucky chance to see her in the ballet...

Although we did also photograph her in a gorgeous sequin Burberry dress, we chose to use this shot (which I love) in a masculine tuxedo from Hoss Intropia with a felt top hat from James Lock.

Darcey, photographed by Chris Floyd for Red Magazine at One Aldwych

Velvet blazer, £211, HOSS Intropia