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Tones of Winter

ISSUE 06

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Letter From The Creative Director

Our latest collection ‘La Rose’ is feminine and playful. Inspired by the beautiful patisserie in Annecy, famed for its pink walls and interiors, serving delicate French desserts and chocolates. These pink and berry tones are key colours, featured in our hero Gerbera print, grounded throughout the collection by shades of grey, charcoal and black. Weightless silk with a coated Bengajean®, makes this collection classic and feminine with a rock-and-roll edge.

Bisous,

Luxe Layers

During these cooler months, fabric textures are important in creating layers of warmth. This season we have created a luxurious double-faced brushed wool coat, in a dusty pink and charcoal colour combination.

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A Soft Touch

When it comes to winter styling, grey is one of the best hues to work into your wardrobe as a neutral. Thanks to its versatility, grey has the ability to easily work back with different colours, textures, and prints. As a softer option to black, grey is the ultimate winter wardrobe staple - especially, in a cashmere blend.

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As Cosy As a Hug

There is nothing more luxurious than a soft cashmere knit. In this collection our focus on premium yarns is paramount. Texture and colour also play a role in defining our new favourite winter looks.

Nikki’s Hazelnut & Orange Roulade

Ingredients - Serves 8

6 egg whites
1 pinch salt
325g caster sugar
30g cornflour
1 tsp white wine vinegar
150g ground hazelnuts

FILLING

300ml double cream
1 tsp vanilla essence
1 tbsp caster sugar
3 oranges skinless segments

garnish

50g dark chocolate melted
25g flaked almonds or chopped hazelnuts
1 tsp icing sugar

Method

Preheat the oven to 180°C.

Whip the egg whites and salt with an electric beater until soft peaks form, then add the sugar a tablespoon at a time until you have a firm meringue. This may take 5-7 minutes, then gently add the vinegar, hazelnuts and cornflour. Line a Swiss roll tray with baking paper, gently spread the meringue evenly over the tray and bake for 20 minutes or until the meringue is firm and lightly coloured.

Take from the oven and let cool for 5 minutes.

Turn the meringue onto a sheet of baking paper, then gently peel off the paper from the bottom of the meringue. Take another large piece of baking paper and cover the meringue, cover with a damp tea towel and leave to cool for 10 minutes.

Whip the cream with the sugar and vanilla until firm.

Cover the meringue evenly with the whipped cream and the orange segments. Gently roll the meringue with the help of the baking paper.

Drizzle with the melted chocolate and sprinkle over the almonds or hazelnuts. Place in the fridge until ready to serve.

Sift over icing sugar and serve.

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Very Berry

A bold berry is actually very versatile and ideal for infusing pops of vibrancy into a traditionally dark seasonal palette.

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Pinot Noir

Winter styling calls for rich hues. Given the saturated nature of this wine-like tone, it instantly makes anything feel more sophisticated. Accessorise with black to further elevate.

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Starry Nights

Elegant and light, this silk chiffon dress features our latest exclusive Starry Night print. Designed with both winter boots and heels in mind, this dress can take you from day to night, with a quick shoe change.

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