FatFace in V&A collab for autumn

Fashion brand FatFace has launched a limited-edition capsule range in collaboration with London’s Victoria & Albert (V&A), inspired by original textiles and prints from the museum’s collections.

The range, which “blends free-spirited charm with distinctly British character” features reimagined archival prints “for the modern wardrobe” and stars mother-daughter duo Pearl and Daisy Lowe in the campaign.

FatFace’s design team worked with the museum’s brand licensing team to reimagine those historical patterns to create a “relaxed, season-ready silhouettes made for modern wear”.

Launching alongside FatFace’s autumn campaign, ‘The art of autumn’, the range is a “celebration of British creativity, where timeless design meets thoughtful innovation”. 

The Lowes were chosen to feature in the campaign because of their “distinctive personal styles, creative heritage and shared love of expressive fashion”. 

FatFace added: “It felt like the perfect pairing to bring the ranges’ romantic spirit to life with the duo shot in and around the V&A South Kensington “capturing the mood and meaning behind the collaboration”.

Hero pieces include the V&A leaf knitted jumper (worn by Pearl), derived from an early 20th century watercolour textile design in the V&A’s archive, with knitted techniques that create a textured effect, and a romantic burgundy embroidered blouse reworked from a delicate floral paisley design from the mid-19th century.

Elsewhere in the range, the Ava jeans feature an intricate Japanese rose print within the lining, echoing the same pattern seen in the range’s signature dress (worn by Daisy). The range is completed with a selection of accessories, celebrating print, texture and timeless British craft.

FatFace print designer, Laura Braisher, added: “Working with the V&A meant immersing ourselves in an incredible design legacy and taking the time to get every detail just right. From carefully selecting archive prints to reimagining them through modern silhouettes and materials, the designs were a true labour of love. The result is a thoughtful, versatile edit that honours craft and creativity, designed to be worn and enjoyed every day.”

The V&A/FatFace range is available exclusively on FatFace.com and in all its stores, with prices ranging from £10.50 to £89.