Temperley AW 2009/10 Installation

www.temperleylondon.com We unveiled our Autumn Winter 2009 collection as a digital installation during New York Fashion Week; The Empress of the Orient. Inspired by the opulent works of Poiret and Beardsley, our Empress has collected her treasures from travels down the Silk Route and exotic memories of the Orient. The collection combined elements of both East and West in its varied color palette, silhouettes, and detailing. A rich infusion of color and texture, it contains shades of bordeaux, red currant, ochre, cobalt, navy, charcoal, and ocean with highlights of gold. The most varied collection to date, fabrics range from textured silk jacquards, printed stretch satin, lace organza, beaded fringing, tulles, crepe jersey, fine cashmere, printed goatskin and buttery soft leather to an array of luxurious silks. The bold oriental Rosebud print is manipulated into voluminous modern shapes including a quilted rabbit trimmed jacket. Tailoring is given a twist with origami style pleats and folded details. The stretch brocade jacquard fabric hugs the body in a range of corset inspired shapes. Zips are featured throughout the collection in trousers as well as tailored dresses and Black Label pieces. Leopard printed goatskin gillets, tailored harem style jodhpurs and rose appliquéd knitwear offer exciting and more directional daywear. A great emphasis is placed on compelling must have separates, as well as an array of perfect little black dresses. Signature graphic i