Elinor Block, says: “It’s rare to find a brand that’s been going for such a short time and yet has already made quite the impact. Designer duo, Marco Capaldo and Federica Cavenati, co-founders of 16Arlington showcased their first collection at London Fashion Week in 2019 and already have A-list fans, including Lena Dunham and Alexa Chung. In a world of copycat minimalists, 16Arlington injected some much needed fun into fashion week with the brand’s take on partywear.
While there are plenty of feathered creations from the brand, there was something about this hot pink dress that caught my eye. I wouldn’t usually go for such a strappy dress but as I’m contemplating the new ’roaring ‘20s’ and what that will mean for my wardrobe, I’m definitely open to suggestions. Plus, when I put this dress on, I felt great. It’s clingy, absolutely, but somehow doesn’t make me feel like I’m doing Jessica Rabbit Cosplay. The best bit is that you can absolutely tell that the 16Arlington designers have women in mind. Capaldo and Cavenati told me as much:
“For us, women really are at the forefront when we design. We design for a good time and we think that starts with how you feel in a garment. The key to that is fit, when you feel confident, that’s when we think real beauty shines through. We hope our clothes add confidence to our woman and enhance a beauty that’s already there.
