Levi Palmer and Matthew Harding have been leveraging their creative talents in recent seasons, placing introspection at the heart of their process. Their pre-fall collection wholeheartedly embraces this approach, focusing primarily on daywear. “It’s an exploration into the signatures of our past, but it’s also about discovering new ways of adapting details from what we’ve been historically known for,” said Palmer in a preview. “We’ve moved studios and this is the first full collection we’ve made here. Despite the disruptions, we wanted to keep playing to our strengths,” added Harding.
Shirts, a long-standing stalwart of Palmer Harding, were skilfully fashioned from poplin, designed to transform into versatile garments that can be worn as either a shirt dress or a halter dress. This adaptability is achieved through the incorporation of tassel button loops, enabling the wearer to choose their preferred silhouette. Another standout piece initially appears to be a canvas trench coat but upon closer examination, unveils itself as a cropped tailored jacket with statement sleeves paired with a separate A-line pencil skirt.
Tailoring has become a strength for the brand, but this season, the designers focused on creating relaxed, casual pieces as a daytime alternative to traditional suiting. Lightweight technical wool was cut into languid sets with exaggerated shawl lapels and wrap accents, striking a balance between a sophisticated suit and a cozy robe. Additionally, they introduced cropped double-breasted jackets that subtly showcased shirts beneath.