Fashion fans take note; high street favourite River Island has announced an exciting collaboration with William Tempest for the return of its Design Forum for AW12.
Drawing inspiration from ancient Egyptian mythology, 1920s interiors and the work of M. C. Escher, the 12 piece exclusive capsule collection will include effortless eveningwear separates and accessories include a sequinned chiffon shirt dress, an art deco plunge back column dress and laser cut heels. Black and nude fabrics with opaque contrasts feature heavily alongside textiles designed exclusively for the collection, including a tessellated design and a geometric art deco pattern. The scarab beetle, a symbol of wealth and power for ancient Egyptians, acts as a motif which runs throughout the range via prints and finishes.
Williams Design Forum collection will make its debut via short film at LONDON’S FASHION WEEK’s second biannual festival. FASH/ON FILM, an initiative devised by the British Fashion Council in conjunction with River Island, aims to support and develop creative film in the industry. William Tempest studied at the London College of Fashion and worked with both Giles Deacon and Jean-Charles de Castelbajac before launching his eponymous line in 2009.
The collection will be available in store and from www.riverisland.com
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