Designer: William Tempest

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William Tempest debuted his collection about a year ago and he’s since evolved into one of London’s most sought-after new talents. Tempest’s work is theatrical and intricate, but with an elegant polish that isn’t seen in many designers at his level. Although he cited 1940s film noir as his first collection’s inspiration, the end result paid just as much homage to The Matrix as The Maltese Falcon. A classic corset-style strapless dress cascades into a froth of unevenly draped hems, a puff-sleeved blouse is cinched with yards of flowing white ribbons, and a black patent trench with sculptural lapels looks like something straight out of the Aeon Flux wardrobe closet.

Source: JC Report