Inspired by 50s Hollywood glamour, Australian fashion icon David Lawrence joins Westfield in a unique design collaboration for Spring/Summer to create this beautiful dress.
Embodying David Lawrence’s Spring Summer 2012 collection, this unique silk A-line dress is modern sophistication with a sugar rush of two delicious sorbet shades - mint and lemon - complimented with a vintage inspired, feminine line.
David Lawrence Merchandise Director Bridget Veals takes us behind the scenes into the inspirational world of design behind this stunning creation.
Who is the David Lawrence: Westfield woman and how did she inspire the design of this dress?
We see the David Lawrence Westfield woman as someone who has a busy and eventful lifestyle. She wants chic looks that are classic and elegant for the holiday season in timeless silhouettes in the key pastel trend of SS2012-13.
What key trends have your design team adopted here for SS 2012-13?
David Lawrence has adopted the demure ladylike trend of SS2012-13. The simple shape of this dress is flattering for everyone. The David Lawrence designers have incorporated pastel colours this season, featuring a sugar rush of sorbet shades such as lemon, mint, powder blue and soft coral.
Tell us about the colours and material?
Inspired by 1950s Hollywood glamour, the ‘Silk A Line Dress’ is available in both mint and lemon. Either of these hues are a spring wardrobe essential. The striking glossy sheen of the silk twill is perfect for summer events.
How would you accessorize this dress?
Pair the Silk Twill A Line Dress with a Silk Occasion Coat also in soft sorbet shades. Match the coat colour with the dress for an elegant look or mix it up with a contrast. Accessorise with the David Lawrence Patent Leather Heels in biscuit and a Skinny Patent Leather Belt to allow the pastel tone to speak for itself.
If this dress were an Australian personality - who would it be and why?
Emma Balfour, a working mum who has been our model for the last four seasons.
The Silk A-line mint dress is exclusive to David Lawrence at Westfield centres as well as selected David Jones and Myer stores at Westfield, excluding Western Australia.
See the David Lawrence Spring Summer 2012 look book
