Burberry Pre Fall 2014

Burberry Pre Fall 2014

Designer Christopher Bailey of Burberry Prorsum embarked on a design affair rich in classicism coupled with meticulous tailoring which resulted in an enchanting collection bursting with panache.

A minted turquoise, knee grazing dress featured spliced keyhole to the navel and gathered waist detail. An elegant, body skimming, sensual addition which was complete when paired with the time honoured ankle strap stiletto embodying pure femininity.

An angora wool, muted mauve, midi length, pencil skirt oozed with textural qualities. The skirt was married to a printed graphic shirt complete with road map fabric. A black, floral, jacquard, double breasted jacket worn with sleeves pushed up effortlessly, accompanied the look. A diamond print, mocha and black bowling bag featuring gold accents and a pair of suede, intricate lace up, ankle wedge booties, with peep toe, were the accessory of choice. 

The staple Burberry trench was reinvented in a grey and white London street map fabric, collar displayed protruding, pure ingenuity by Mr Bailey.

Jewel tone, emerald green, brocade, baroque skinny leg trousers had plenty of rock star appeal. A shrunken, leather, bouffant, cropped jacket came complete with plush fur detail. Romance ruled on a forest green, chiffon, scoop neck, sleeveless dress with ruffles, flounces and a drop waist. A midi length hemline and enticing side split added allure. A mahogany bowling bag with mod squad print oozed with Prada connotations.

A colossal, black fur luxury collar was married to a chunky, navy, crop cardi jacket. A tee with architecture motif and a rich khaki angora wool pencil skirt finished the look which evoked deconstructed glamour.

An ink, ostentatious fur chubby was worn with a midi length transparent lace skirt which skimmed thighs. Other standout garments included a blanket wrap cape coat in cobalt and sapphire baroque trousers. A sumptuous, high neck, black fur caplet was twinned with a sapphire, body con, stretch velvet embroided dress.

A floor length, v-neck, side split, scarf print dress was teamed with a shrunken leather moto jacket with fur shoulder and wrist detail. Cultivated beauty was toughened up with this fashion forward jacket.

A ruby, jacquard, brocade trench dress brimmed with consummate class. The epitome of regality. Possibly a future ensemble to add to Princess Catherine's collection.

By Courtney Jones.