frumpy to funky: cocktail dresses

The two designers Neslisah Yilmaz and Nur Caglayan have fused contemporary ideas with traditional Turkish elements for their AW16 collection.

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Titled 'Paint Drops of Anatolia', the designer duo were inspired by the Anatolian and Mesopotamian heritage from thousands of years ago.

Barrus have mixed this heritage with the traditional Turkish marbling technique to create a stunning collection.

Turkish marbling is a method of aqueous surface design producing patterns similar to smooth marble. The patterns are the result of colour floated on either plain water or a viscous solution known as size and then carefully transferred to an absorbent surface such as paper and in this case fabric.

Main colour palette ranges from deep shades of burgundy, oxblood and black

To the lighter shades of pastel hues:

Fabrics: silk, delicate French lace, beaded lace and cashmere blends.

For SS16, Phase Eight’s capsule collection of limited edition evening gowns ‘Collection 8’ has partnered with iconic 1920s train the world renowned train the Belmond British Pullman – sister to the Venice Simplon-Orient-Express.

Lucille Fringe dress

Photographed on-board the train, each dress has been named after an iconic carriage, all of which have stunning and unique vintage interiors and furnishings with its own story to tell
The finished campaign showcases perfectly the exquisite beauty of each dress in a unique and enchanting setting and evokes a sense of nostalgia for a bygone and fantastically glamorous era.

Audrey Sequin dress

Charlie dress

The collection is of dramatic silhouettes from full length sculpted designs with sweeping fish-tails to floaty romantic styles with pretty embellished halter detailing or a stunning floor length cape. Detailing includes shimmering embellishments, contemporary fringing and intricate tapework lace in opulent reds and gothic shades to pretty pastels and nude.

Callula dress

Phoenix dress

The train that once ran on legendary services such as The Brighton Belle and The Golden Arrow embodies everything that was fabulous about the roaring 20s and 30s, transporting travellers to a world of pure indulgence, luxury and glamour. .