Design duo Levi Palmer and Matthew Harding based their collection around the theme of introspection, and “this idea of peeling back the layers of yourself, looking within and blossoming into a more authentic person” said Harding.
They drew inspiration from the life-cycle of a flower, looking at stages such as planting and blossoming. They worked with a neutral, earth-toned color palette, and scattered flowers and bouquets around the show space.
An ivory wool sweater had lacing down the side meant to imitate a lineup of flower seedlings in fresh soil, ready to spring to life.
A pair of black trousers came with a fluid, detachable skirt, a reference to the process of growth, which brings change and elimination. Harding said the trousers and skirt could be worn multiple ways, and the skirt could be folded like a piece of paper.
A cotton shirt and a forest green faux leather dress were adorned at the front with ripples of fabric, meant to give the impression of petals opening.
Statement, ruffled sleeves on a classic white shirt burst forth from the sleeves of a navy jacket, adding drama to a skirt suit in this polished, poetic collection.