River Island teams up with A-list favourite Georgia Hardinge to create 3D collection influenced by H.R. Giger - the artist who inspired the Alien films
- Prices for the 14-piece collection start at £30; nothing costs more than £100
- Hardinge fans include Beyonce, Lady Gaga, Nicole Sherzinger and Jessie J
- The monochrome dresses, shoes and bags were inspired by H.R Giger
By RUTH STYLES
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Rihanna might have made headlines with her collection for River Island but it's Georgia Hardinge who is winning over fashion critics with her range for the brand.
Loved by celebrities, including Beyonce, Lady Gaga, Nicole Sherzinger and Florence Welch, the work of 28-year-old Hardinge is known for flattering graphic prints and architectural cut.
Part of River Island's Design Forum initiative, the 14-piece capsule collection bears the hallmarks of Hardinge's signature style, albeit without the high price tag of her main line.
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Chic: Georgia Hardinge's sculptural designs have won her an army of celebrity fans, including Beyonce
Sculptural: Hardinge's capsule collection was inspired by Swiss surrealist sculptor, H.R Geiger
And the monochrome capsule collection has already proved a hit with the A-list. 'We have had commissions and have lent things,' Hardinge told the Guardian.
'Both Beyoncé and Nicole Scherzinger bought the same pair of leggings – though I'm not sure they know that.'
The collection, which was inspired by Swiss surrealist sculptor H. R. Giger, is awash with pretty form-fitting dresses in a chic, neutral palette of grey, cream and white.
'Working with a really strong team of people at River Island has been a great experience,' Hardinge added.
'it’s so nice to have lots of people to make my designs a reality. It is great to be a part of something so new and I definitely think this is the way forward for the high street, making a luxury product become accessible to all’.
Muted: Hardinge's work is famous for its toned down colour palette and architectural shapes
Youth: At just 28, Hardinge has already collaborated with Victoria's Secret, Lancome and now River Island
Despite her youth, Hardinge is one of London's success stories, rapidly making the transition from eager student to fully fledged designer, thanks to her sleekly wearable pieces and army of celebrity fans.
Graduating from the Parsons Paris School of Art and Design in 2008, she launched her first collection during London Fashion Week in 2009.
Since then, her label has become a fashion editor's favourite, and the designer has taken part in a series of collaborations including Victoria's Secret and Lancome.
Although her capsule collection for River Island is her first foray into designing for the British High Street, it is unlikely to be her last.
Complete look: The Georgia Hardinge collection for River Island also includes print wedges and bags
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