This demi-couture assortment undoubtedly celebrates the method of dressing, but in addition disguise – a related theme in lots of Shakespeare’s performs. Corsets are used to play with silhouettes, exaggerating the waist. In line with the gathering’s notes, “These moments frozen in time expose a magnificence to find new shapes and elements of the physique to disclose, viewing sensuality from completely different angles.” The gathering is right for purple carpet ceremonies – particularly the upcoming BAFTAs and Oscars. Pictured beneath is actress Florence Pugh sporting one of many clothes with panache.
Reed follows different bard-inspired designers, together with Khaite, Simone Rocha, Gucci, Roksanda and Riccardo Tisci, all of whom have blended the previous with the current by ruffles, corsets, ornately jeweled bodices, Tudors, doublets and romantic tailoring in collections.