CIMONE NEW COLLECTION BY TOM KEMBERY
SS17 showcases all that CIMONE represents, a web of contradictions control versus chaos, high-end production values paired with repurposed textures; at each turn this collection focuses on the interplay between naivety and self-assuredness. Nothing is quite what it seems at first glance everyday items are reframed and reconfigured into covetous pieces, and the clothes themselves contain transformative elements to be worn inside out and back to front, a theme hinted at in this season¹s print design. Hand-embellishments and structured leatherwork make their second CIMONE appearance across the range.
Though a marked departure from our debut collection, SS continues to showcase signature CIMONE style; confidence, irreverence and fun with a refined and considered edge. This season¹s offering features free flowing exaggerated movements, overblown voluminous shapes, a tactile fabric mix and tension between polished and raw elements. Statement pieces feature interactive embellishment moving with the body and reacting to the wearer in unique ways, never appearing the same way twice. A subtle and muted whitewash is brought to life with a vibrant injection of juxtaposed bold colour, appearing as splashes and stripes.
Carli Pearson is the founder and Creative Director of new womenswear label, CIMONE. Pearson was trained at Central Saint Martins, and prior to launching her own brand, Pearson honed her craft in a variety of senior positions at some of the world¹s top houses. She spent her first seven years at Stella McCartney, later moving on to become Design Director at Alexander Wang, Head of Show Collection at Pucci, and Head of Womenswear at McQ, Alexander McQueen. She has also consulted for Temperley, Jaeger, Equipment, Iris & Ink, and Orlebar Brown. Cimone encompasses these diverse experiences and varied influences under one roof.
CIMONE is based in London, where each garment is hand crafted and developed. Every item in the co
llection is nurtured throughout each stage of production, and no compromises are made to achieve the highest standard of quality. CIMONE aims to create timeless pieces that transcend seasonal boundaries, and can be worn for many years to come. We aim to be a forward thinking brand in all areas, underpinned with integrity - luxury with a youthful spirit.
llection is nurtured throughout each stage of production, and no compromises are made to achieve the highest standard of quality. CIMONE aims to create timeless pieces that transcend seasonal boundaries, and can be worn for many years to come. We aim to be a forward thinking brand in all areas, underpinned with integrity - luxury with a youthful spirit.
