"We love the ethos of French Connection. Trends are obsolete. Original design rules. Thanks to luxurious fabrics, unique detailing and a body-flattering attention to volume, each of their design-led styles is utterly individual and desirable."

 

All hail the Eighties!

This autumn French Connection bid us to create our own style. You need a wardrobe of coveted clothes, first, of course. Playing to their strengths FC designers have injected a casual diffusion range into the main collection, paying special attention to cut, fit, premium materials and the quirky little twists that make them that little bit different to everyone else in Whiteleys. Here's what to seek out:

Casual Diffusion - T-shirts take on a new form with oversized proportions adorned with abstract and playful prints. Special attention has been paid to denim with ultra skinny indigo wash to 1980s bleached stone-wash finish. Denim jackets make a comeback with rolled-up sleeves or in gilet form with fun fur lining. Playful outerwear continues with wet-look hooded bombers and zebra-print drawstring parkas. ‘Style with comfort' is the theme that inspires jersey playsuits and harem pants.

Classic French Connection - Dresses come in both sharp tailored fabrics and draped jersey with totally tropical prints. Shoulders are given 1980s power woman presence, with skirts staying tulip with front pleating and wrap-over detailing. One-shoulder styles are updated with full-length sleeve and shoulder-pleat detail.

Eastern china vase prints adorn strapless dresses and oversized box shifts. Unique vintage prints, traditional tailoring and embroidery create a flea market feel to casual dresses. Knitwear creates easy-to-wear styles with geometric contrasting panels. The stand-out styles include the white leather hole-punched dress, gold 1980s lame and the ultra-glamorous sleeved shift dress with all-over dazzling embellishment.

 

NB: Images show current ranges. If you are planning a special trip, please contact the store beforehand to make sure that these products are currently in stock and in your size.