JW Anderson, Peter Pilotto, Agi & Sam, Bobby Abley, Christopher Raeburn, Claire Barrow, Nasir Mazhar, Phoebe English, Preen by Thornton Bregazzi and Thomas Tait have each created a unisex sweatshirt and T-shirt inspired by "the motifs and mood" of the cinematic extravaganza which will be sold exclusively at Selfridges from this Thursday (November 19th).
"I was inspired for this capsule by taking things that were iconic and current to us," said Anderson of his creations. "I think that's what I find so interesting about Star Wars is that it's incredibly current even if it's in a different world, you have this fantasy steeped in a harsh reality."
For the Peter Pilotto designers, Peter Pilotto and Christopher de Vos, working on the project was a poignant one as they were big fans growing up. "We often cite the film's costumes and visuals as inspiration for our collections - we love to include that type of surreal reference point," said Pilotto. Preen by Thornton Bregazzi co-designer Justin Thornton also looked to his own childhood for inspiration.
For the Peter Pilotto designers, Peter Pilotto and Christopher de Vos, working on the project was a poignant one as they were big fans growing up. "We often cite the film's costumes and visuals as inspiration for our collections - we love to include that type of surreal reference point," said Pilotto. Preen by Thornton Bregazzi co-designer Justin Thornton also looked to his own childhood for inspiration.
"I love everything relating to the original Star Wars," he enthused. "So much so that it influences everything we design, but it wasn't until our autumn/winter 2014 collection that it was so evident, with Darth Vader's mask seen as large graphic prints throughout. When we were approached to collaborate with Star Wars again for the new film, we were inspired by the light and the dark within the force. Our graphic prints are inspired directly from the vision of light sabres and we incorporated a Jedi feel in the silhouette, with bold kimono-style sleeves and a multi-layer wrapped neckline."
In addition to the ready-to-wear, the designers have also created catwalk looks that will be auctioned in aid of the children's hospital, following a special Star Wars: Fashion Finds The Force presentation on 26th November at the Old Selfridges Hotel.
In addition to the ready-to-wear, the designers have also created catwalk looks that will be auctioned in aid of the children's hospital, following a special Star Wars: Fashion Finds The Force presentation on 26th November at the Old Selfridges Hotel.
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