Cherry blossoms and fairer weather aren’t the only reasons why we’re excited for Spring — it’s also the time when the fashion cycle really makes sense for our weather, as it sheds ’em winter layers to make way for breezy dresses, lightweight fabrics, and happy colours. Essentially, everything the new UNIQLO : C collection is all about.
The women’s line brought to life by British fashion designer Clare Waight Keller, of Givenchy and Chloé fame, is returning with her second collection since the line’s buzzy debut last year. This time, we’re seeing even more of her elegant and effortless silhouettes, in Spring iterations that are lighter, more comfortable, and in fresh vibrant shades that include poppy red, blush pink, aqua blue and more.
Those pleats we love from the first collection are revived in floaty dresses and skirts that billow in the wind, arriving in both a dotted design and abstract prints. Knitted vests and sheer blouses are also available, alongside more casual pieces such as cropped t-shirts and a lace knit cardigan. These are available in a myriad of colours, such that you’re even able to create tone-on-tone coords by pairing them with their respective matching skirts.
“In this second collection for UNIQLO : C, I wanted to explore the concept of movement through lightness. Working with ultra-light fabrications, I found a new perspective of proportions. Longer volumes play against cropped silhouettes. Fluidity and freshness were key elements of the spirit,” says Keller. She further elaborated on the mixing of tailored and relaxed styles as well, hence the presence of trench coats and a pair of pleated wide straight pants you may dress up or down.
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The collection will drop in two phases. First, a Spring launch on 23 February (Friday) that’ll see the items mentioned above, followed by a second instalment of gathered tops, dresses, and belted wide pants, coming to us on 21 March (Thursday).
Perhaps most anticipated though, judging from last year’s first items to go, are the accessories within the collection. Apart from the return of the loafers and Faux Leather Round Shoulder Bag, we’ve got a couple of new additions, including the Faux Leather Puffy Bag in a more rectangular, roomy silhouette. Summery strap sandals and platform sandals will debut later in March as well.
The UNIQLO : C collection, priced from $19.90 to $169.90. Full collection available online, at the Orchard Central Global Flagship, ION Orchard, Suntec City and VivoCity stores. Partial lineup available at all stores.
Spring collection launch: 23 Feb 2024
Summer collection launch: 21 Mar 2024 at ION Orchard and online, and all stores on 22 Mar 2024
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