Fashion feature: Looking good – Hobbs Limited Edition collection, Winter 2008
By: Alexa Williamson
For fans of Hobbs, I can say that their limited edition collection for Winter, 2008 is fab. Much of it is black with smatterings of ‘peasant’ and 1930s-40s style.
Creative director Sandy Verdon impresses by carrying on a tradition started by Marian Anselm with classic British designs at reasonable prices that include figure hugging suits and cocktail dresses.
Now, having seen the collection up close, after first being intrigued by it from a postal brochure, I can say that the clothes are good quality and range from silk dresses and tops to woolen suits and even some beautiful velvet pieces. The tailoring on all pieces is excellent and the clothes, thankfully, won’t fall apart easily (unlike some ‘high quality’ labels I’ve come across before, but will remain nameless.)
This collection has hints of country elegance for the city, with some of its floral pieces, romantic leanings with the peasant jackets and long velvet coat and some ultra-sophistication for the office in the form of pinstripe trouser suits. Plus, footwear matches well – whether it’s the tall riding style boots or various high heels.
I viewed all clothes at the Hobbs shop on Long Acre – in between Covent Garden and Leicester Square. Not only was the selection of the Limited Edition collection excellent, but so was the service in showing me the collection. I give sales associate Karen my highest regards. She was helpful, patient and professional.
Most items cost around the £250 mark. However, their timeless yet unique style is beautiful, the pieces are quite irresistible.
Further information:
Hobbs (official site)
The London Reviewer 