"We took risks with this collection, including prints into our ranges something we've always wanted to do. As designers, we always reach for animal print. We dove strongly into evening wear and took seriously the idea that we want to design nothing we've ever seen before. Our boldest collection to date."
Sliding Doors is inspired by those fleeting moments in life where a single decision can completely alter your path. The collection takes its name from the 1998 Gwyneth Paltrow film, which explores the idea of parallel lives shaped by split-second choices.
Absolutely. We were particularly inspired by the city's grand door frames and intricate keyholes, which directly influenced the keyhole cut-outs featured throughout the collection. We were also drawn to the fluid striking lines of the iron fencing seen throughout the city that balance of soft curves and sharp points felt both elegant and powerful, and became a reference point for the silk trim detailing on several of the gowns. The Octavia gown embodies this most clearly.
"We were drawn to Florence for its incredible architecture and beautiful streetscape. The grand, towering doorways, rich wooden tones, and timeless character felt perfectly aligned with the collection. There was also a vibrant energy throughout the city, with so many young people living there temporarily, exploring, creating, and embracing new experiences. That sense of movement, possibility, and spontaneity became an important backdrop for the campaign."
The Elizabeths, without a doubt. They're so versatile and fun, I love how effortlessly sexy they are, and they're already a staple in my Europe summer wardrobe.
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