Simone Rocha A/W 2016

Eight female models wearing ivory, cream and brown embellished and patterned pieces from Simone Rocha's collection. In the background there is a deep red patterned wall and a white and gold door and frame

(Image credit: Jason Lloyd-Evans)

Mood board: As usual, St. James’ Palace provided the perfect backdrop to Simone Rocha’s unapologetic opulent, but laid-back offering. Ghost-like Victorian sheer dresses covered checked tweed finished with gold thread opened to a haunting soundtrack in the grand rooms.

Best in show: Crochet knits in black – either the geometric square kind or the flowery kind – gave the impression of spider webs enveloping the models. One dress completely left the wearer no room for arm movement, enclosing the sides which were adorned with oversized pockets.

Finishing touches: Asymmetric drop earrings, longer on one side than on the other, added a sense of imperfection, as if the outfit was hastily put together by a moody woman, who dragged her fur stole behind her on the floor as if she came out to this noble venue reluctantly.

Six female models wearing looks from Simone Rocha's collection. One model is wearing a black textured coat with buttons. Another model is wearing a black sheer dress with embellishments and has a bow at the neck. And the other models are wearing dark coloured pieces

Four female models wearing looks from Simone Rocha's collection. Two models are wearing red semi-sheer dresses with sleeves and red detail. Another model is wearing a light pink belted coat with buttons. And the fourth model is wearing a grey high neck piece with sleeves and she is holding a black fur stole over her arm. All the models are wearing earrings

Seven female models wearing looks from Simone Rocha's collection. Five models are wearing pieces featuring sheer fabric and embellishemnts. Another model is wearing a brown plaid jacket with puffy sleeves, a belt and buttons. And the seventh model is wearing a light beige buttoned coat that puffs out in sections at the bottom. All the models are wearing earrings

Four female models wearing looks from Simone Rocha's collection. One model is wearing a grey and ivory coloured piece with long sleeves, buttons and sheer black detail. Another model is wearing a black semi-sheer dress with a high neck, long sleeves, embellishments and a bow. The third model is wearing a black textured and embellished piece. And the fourth model is wearing a black textured coat with buttons. Two models have bows at the neck

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Photography: Jason Lloyd-Evans

Siska Lyssens has contributed to Wallpaper* since 2014, covering design in all its forms – from interiors to architecture and fashion. Now living in the U.S. after spending almost a decade in London, the Belgian journalist puts her creative branding cap on for various clients when not contributing to Wallpaper* or T Magazine.