FASHION
Touch of Temperley
Something New
While Temperley London cannot be faulted for its take on glamour (one of the reasons why it’s a red carpet favourite among Hollywood’s leading ladies), often there are occasions when a more laidback approach is preferable. Enter Alice by Temperley, launched in 2009; the sister label has now branched out into strong tailoring, outerwear and full length eveningwear for its A/W13 collection in order to meet the needs of its growing clientele. Designer Alice Temperley is fully aware of the busy lives of her customers and has therefore created an “allencompassing wardrobe” for women aged between 28 and 40. Full-length evening dresses in silk and lace sit beside skater and Peter-Pan collar day dresses, tailored skirts and military-style coats. Date for the diary; the new collection arrives in stores in July.
While the dress will always be the most important part of a bride’s outfit, it can still look as though something’s missing if that’s the only thing she wears on the day. This is where accessories come in. As well as its Bride Boutique on Elizabeth Street, Jenny Packham also has its very own accessories boudoir, just a stone’s throw away, and it has just been announced that the Boudoir has been revamped in order to house accessories from both the ready-to-wear and bridal collections. Comprising two levels, the gold-leafed store features large bamboo mirrors, tasseled handles and a dark parquet floor, combining Art Deco with early 70s luxury to create both an intimate and opulent atmosphere. jennypackham.com
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HER STYLE BY OLIVIA SHARPE
The Lost Weekend Brora prides itself on its British roots. The company began in 1993 in a mill on the Scottish borders where cashmere has been produced for more than 200 years; precisely 20 years on, this fact has not changed. To mark its 20th anniversary as a British heritage brand, Brora has collaborated with novelist and model Sophie Dahl, to create a collection made up of 13 key pieces, including dresses, a camisole, skirt, cigarette pants, sweaters and tunics. This will be in store from 15 April. Sophie Dahl for Brora; The Lost Weekend collection, celebrating 20 years of Brora 0845 659 9944; brora.co.uk
Weeping Willow Since Mulberry released its Willow handbag collection in its S/S13 show, it has been pictured on the arms of Kate Moss and Lily Collins. The new tote bag comes in a variety of spring colours as well as the traditional black and brown, and the detachable clutch feature at the front of the tote reveals the British brand’s shift into practicality and versatility for its latest collection. Perfect for taking to lunch or picking up the kids from school, the Willow handbag has already become an essential accessory for the summer season. mulberry.com
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