Burberry has once again partnered with Highgrove Gardens, the private residence of King Charles III and Queen Camilla, to create a new capsule collection celebrating British spring.
This latest project is part of an ongoing collaboration between the two parties, Burberry said, and aims to “promote the work of the King’s Fund, which is the custodian of Highgrove Gardens and reflects King Charles III’s long-standing concern for environmental protection”.
The new 28-piece collection, which covers womenswear, menswear and accessories, is full of “British charm” and pays tribute to the work of graphic designer and fashion illustrator Helen Bullock. Bullock created four artworks inspired by the kitchen garden at Highgrove Estate. The trees, flowers, bees and fountains in the garden are all natural wonders that Bullock captured.
“The garden is so vast and so rich, it was difficult for me to decide where to start,” she said of the project. “But I was quickly drawn to the tangle of wildflowers and the strange combination of dancing poppies and cosmos.”
In celebration of nature and drawing on Burberry’s relationship with the outdoors, the primary material of each piece is made from certified wool, organic silk or organic cotton.
Elizabeth McGovern and Laura Carmichael, who rose to fame with their roles on Downton Abbey, and Sopé Dìrísù, star of the hit period romantic comedy Mr Malcolm’s List, wear pieces from the Burberry x Highgrove collection in a series of portraits shot by photographer Camille Summers-Valli. “Having these esteemed actors wear the collection was the perfect way to bring the garments to life,” said Daniel Lee, Burberry’s chief creative officer.
To celebrate the launch of the new collection, select Burberry stores around the world, including London’s Regent Street flagship, will be transformed with bespoke installations inspired by English country gardens.