Elena Dawson Velvet Skirt The collection was designed by

The collection was designed by the house's in-house atelier during the interim period between Alber Elbaz

creative director of the house from 2005 to 2012

off-key palettes

Scalloped cut hems expose a glossy black underlayer

Elena Dawson Velvet Skirt The collection was designed byA velvet skirt by Elena Dawson, the eponymous label founded in 2006 by the British designer of the same name, who works as sole designer and maker. Pieces are draped and sculpted by hand on a dress form and constructed in house by a very small team, using natural fibres throughout. The label's work is semi deconstructed, with a worn, lived in surface character and references to historical dress.