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Inspired by the archives, designed for today

We’re proud to unveil our special collaboration with the V&A (Victoria and Albert Museum). A range that draws directly from the rich, storied textiles and prints from the museum’s world-renowned archives. This is more than a collaboration - it’s a dialogue between past and present, designed for those who appreciate history with a fresh perspective.

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The perfect collaboration

As one of the world’s most renowned fashion history destinations, it’s no surprise it’s one of the FatFace design team’s favourite places for inspiration. Known for its vast collection of applied and decorative art from ceramics to jewellery, from textiles to wallpapers, the V&A’s unique mix of artistry, texture and storytelling through fabric made the inspiration for this a tapestry of style. British brand meets British institution. We’ve always loved a good print, and now we’re working alongside the V&A and its ever evolving collection, exploring every creative discipline to celebrate prints and patterns in the most stylish way possible.

‘This collection was a joy to work on, choosing textiles from the V&A’s collections was really exciting and it was amazing to see even a small fraction of the items they hold in their archives, we took special care to do justice to the artworks and reimagined them using a range of different techniques.’ - Laura Braisher, FatFace designer

Working with original prints ranging from the 18th to the early 20th century and combining them with folk styling and eclectic influence from catwalks, this direction felt like a natural fit for FatFace. All of the imagery and artists used as inspiration are from Britain, with themes drawn from the natural world - think leaves, florals and earthy tones. The final designs feel grounded, artistic and full of warmth.

The FatFace team started by briefing the V&A on their direction: British artists and nature. The brand licensing team shared hundreds of visuals from its archives. Spoilt for choice, FatFace designers selected their favourite prints, then hosted a hands-on creative session with the rest of the team. They pinned up favourites, paired them with product ideas, and layered boards full of raw concepts. Resulting in a messy, creative playground that led to some truly standout ideas.

Reworking the prints

Design techniques include embroidery, jacquard, digital and screen printing, and laser work - all adding depth and originality. Laura led a playful, experimental approach with colour and scale, which transformed the original imagery into something completely new.

But rather than simply placing artwork onto garments, they wanted to reimagine it in a way that felt truly FatFace - rich with embroidery, jacquard, laser work, and crafted details. The result? A product range that feels layered, hands-on, and full of character.

Pearl & Daisy Lowe

Modelling the range are Pearl and Daisy Lowe, two creatives whose eye for style made them the perfect choice to represent this. Known for their expressive, nature-connected style and love of crafted details, they bring the range to life through their unique lens. As part of the campaign, Pearl & Daisy have picked out their top pieces from the range, from beautifully embroidered tops to printed layers that echo natural textures. Adding to the creative energy, Pearl’s husband and musician Danny Goffey joins the campaign with a special feature for our menswear range - bringing his laid-back edge and timeless British style into the mix.

“It’s really hard to pick my favourites because they’re all gorgeous” - Daisy Lowe

“I do love the whole collection, I think it’s lovely” - Pearl Lowe

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Each item is a FatFace-designed product created using artwork from the V&A’s archives. It’s a range rooted in creativity, thoughtful design and a genuine love for craft - made to be worn, lived in and enjoyed.

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