Temperley SS 2011/12

www.temperleylondon.com GUINEVERE For Spring/Summer 2011 collection, Temperley reaches back to the era of courtly love and the legend of King Arthur resulting in an enticingly modern collection combining dreamy romanticism with a glint of steel. Seizing on both the idea and aesthetics of armor and the diaphanous silhouettes and romantic spirit of medieval dress, Temperley has invented a new Guinevere, a beautiful and alluring queen. The hooded tunic in gold chain mail knit, a waistcoat hand-crocheted with metal beads, a new Temperley jersey, ribbed and foil-printed and found in draped, floor-skimming gowns are highlights, weaving a hint of armor through the collection while giving it a feminine edge. Wildcat-inspired prints and intarsia knits, saddle-stitched nappa leather leggings and accessories decorated with plaits and chains reinforce the theme. As well as the slightly tougher, armor inspired aspects, this season contains some beautifully soft inspirations seen in an ethereal, intricately embroidered tulle, lace and ribbon cut into delicate panels to sculpt the body and fluid "goddess" draping. A color palette of white and blush evokes a dreamy romanticism while bright grenadine gives a modern injection of color. Spring/Summer 2011's fusion of tough and tender is no where better exemplified than in the stunning Black Label collection of dresses. Elaborate edged ruffles are modernized with power mesh, boned corsets and sit alongside intricate hand embel