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Joanie Clothing recently collaborated with print designer, Celia Birtwell, on a fashion collection – which sold out due to popular demand – and we can see why.
In a bid to fill the Celia Birtwell x Joanie collection shaped hole in our closet, the brand has restocked the 14-piece limited-edition capsule, much to our delight.
Can we get a woop-woop?
Celia Birtwell is one of the most influential textile designers of her generation. She was a muse to iconic artist David Hockney, and the creative partner of fashion icon Ossie Clark. Her distinctive designs shaped the fashion landscape of the late ‘60s and early ‘70s, an era known for its artistic and cultural explosion, which she has called on for her Joanie Clothing collaboration.
So, when Joanie Clothing first teamed up with Celia, it sent fans into meltdown.
Celia is best known for her whimsical, ditsy florals, and bold, clashing prints, which she has injected into the timeless dresses and blouses in the Joanie collection.
This limited collection of 12 dresses and two blouses draws inspiration from the 70s era, as they boast a bohemian style, are made from environmentally conscious chiffon and silky satin-feel fabric, and emblazoned with bold prints, which can be worn time and time again.
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Fans of Celia’s work will be excited to see the inclusion of the romantic Marie Antoinette print, which was created in the early 1970s, as well as the Delaware print that featured on a number of Ossie Clark designs in the Celia Birtwell x Joanie collection.
Speaking about the collaboration, Celia shared: ‘When I was approached by Joanie, I was delighted to find that an enthusiastic company, run by sharp and savvy women who knew their market, was interested in using my prints.
We were able to sit down and discuss what sort of designs in which colours they thought would work best, and we discussed which clothes best suited which designs. It has been a very harmonious relationship, and I have thoroughly enjoyed working on the collection.’
The Celia Birtwell x Joanie collection will be available exclusively at Joanie Clothing, with prices ranging from £69 to £129, here are our personal favourites from the line.
Shop Our Top Picks From Celia Birtwell x Joanie Collection
Celia Birtwell X Joanie – Delaware Floral Print Ruffle Collar Wrap Dress
This vibrant printed dress is perfect for the summer months, whether you are heading to a wedding, or the office, as it is versatile enough to dress up or down. The short puff sleeves, combined with the A-line skirt, tie waist, V-neckline and floaty fabric, makes this a universally flattering and feminine design.
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Celia Birtwell X Joanie – Michaelmas Daisy Print Cape Sleeve Wrap Dress
A wrap dress is an easy-to-wear staple in many wardrobes.But this design is more than just a wrap dress. Yes, it boasts the tie wrap front, but it also features fluted sleeves, and ruffle layered detailing across the shoulders in a pink checked print to contrast the daisy pattern on the body of the dress.This design is midaxi in length and falls midway down the calves.
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Celia Birtwell X Joanie – Bouquet Floral Pussy Bow Peplum Blouse
Swap out your classic poplin shirts for a floral pussy bow blouse, which can be styled in various ways.This design has a vintage feel, as it boasts a peplum hem, which is back in trend, a shirred and elastic back panel for a flattering fit, as well as a pussybow neck and pleated frill epaulettes. Fasten the tie into a large bow around the neck, knot loosely, or keep the tie open to show off the V-neckline.
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Celia Birtwell X Joanie – Marie Antoinette Floral Print Bell Sleeve Maxi Dress
This five-star dress is one of the iconic dresses from the collection, and a print Celia designed in 1972. The maxi dress boasts a V-neckline, button front fastening, as well as cinched in waistline, while the shirred elasticated back panel ensures a secure fit that is also comfortable to wear for hours on end. It boasts long sleeves, and button cuffs, which you can wear full length or pull up for a voluminous sleeve.
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Celia Birtwell X Joanie – Little Rock Cape Sleeve Pussy Bow Button Through Dress
Inject a pop of colour into your spring wardrobe with this sky blue patterned dress.Described as ‘the Elvis Presley-style cape sleeve dress’ as this sheer chiffon fabric features 3/4 length sleeves and a floaty cape that sits over the shoulders.It also boasts a pussybow tie at the neck, which can be tied up or left undone, a button front fastening, as well as an A-line skirt that falls just below the kneecap.
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