Talking Talbot Runhof...

... the exquisite new label that has set all our hearts fluttering!

Talbot Runhof. I would take note – we here at Jane Davidson reckon it’s most definitely a label to watch. But who is it and what do they do, I hear you ask? Well, question not – since we’re such obliging types we have everything totally Talbot and remarkably Runhof to settle your queries!

Who? Founded in 1992, the label – based in Munich, Germany - is the product of the combined forces of American Johnny Talbot and German Adrian Runhof. Interestingly, neither have formal training as such in fashion design and their roads to dizzy fashion heights have been along the ones less travelled: Talbot originally trained in the U.S. as an electrical engineer - a career that saw him work for the Pentagon and then latterly in Europe – whilst Runhof’s career began at business school and then saw him branch into fashion.
It was not until the two met in the early nineties that they decided to band together. And from little acorns ... The company has grown to now comprise 30 highly qualified and specialised tailors who hand make each and every piece in the Talbot Runhof collection; and not just that, pieces worn - most recently - by the likes of Jennifer Lopez, Angelina Jolie and Ginnifer Goodwin.

What? A collection of luxurious evening and occasion wear, their pieces have been described as glamorous ball gowns for ladies of wit, charm and elegance – and let’s be honest, who doesn’t want to fit that bill?! Having designed ballet costumes for the Dortmund Opera House last summer, this season’s collection is said to have been inspired by all things ballet and fairytale – silks and satins gathered, draped and rouched into dresses Hans Christian Anderson would be proud of! Our particular collection ranges from a gorgeous black, floor length, fish tailed, rouched silk taffeta number to knee length, rouched, sleeveless dresses in slate and stone, expected in store early June.

Why? Well, as one commentator explained: ‘it’s the subtle elegance, the astonishing detail that is often only noticeable after a second glance, its overall beauty and timeless elegance as well as its understated glamour.’ We quite agree! Their lady-like line up strikes just the right balance between luxurious glamour and ready-to-wear chic that, whatever your particular occasion, you couldn't not feel fabulous!

Love,

The Girls x