Zara has embarked upon a series of big-name partnerships of late – Willy Chavarria and Kate Moss, among them. Collaborating with Caramel, a UK-based label that spotlights kidswear but also spans womenswear and homeware, is a pivot away from the obvious players in the fashion industry. “I wanted the collection to carry that Caramel language: simple shapes made special through proportion, detail and colour,” founder Eva Karayiannis, who started Caramel in 1999, told of the first Zara union, which dropped back in June.
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The second chapter builds on the success of that initial collection, but this time with a distinctly autumnal sensibility. Cinnamon corduroy, mustard florals, deep aubergine and chunky chocolate knits are punctuated by flashes of red, while soft checks and stripes bring a touch of pattern to the mix. “It’s not a cacophony of colour,” says Karayiannis, of the new collection. “They all work together, but with a little bit of quirk to them.”
Naturally, outerwear and knitwear are the focus this time around. For children, there are coats in deep navy for girls and babies, a dark green option for boys, as well as a Fair Isle jumper, tactile waffle-knit separates and classic ribbed styles. The emphasis is on layering, with pieces designed to work just as well together as they do independently.
Alongside the childrenswear sits a compact womenswear capsule that follows the same design philosophy. A collarless corduroy jacket in rich brown is paired with a striped collared shirt, while an inky midi-dress offers a more pared-back alternative. Elsewhere, a long navy coat, finished with a rope belt, is styled with orangey-red corduroy trousers.
Whether you’re shopping for a hard-working new coat, a knit to see you (and your little ones) through the colder months or a few pieces to bring a little personality to your daily rotation, the latest Zara X Caramel collection offers a take on autumn style for the whole family. And if the last launch is anything to go by, it’ll likely be one that sells out fast.
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X Caramel London 100% Silk Printed Wrap Dress
X Caramel London 100% Wool Long Coat
X Caramel London Corduroy Trousers with Contrast Tie
X Caramel London Trousers with Contrast Tie
X Caramel London Asymmetric Wool Blend Midi-Skirt
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X Caramel London Printed Turtleneck T-Shirt
X Caramel London 100% Wool Fair Isle Knit Beanie
X Caramel London Reversible Nylon Fleece Jacket
X Caramel London 100% Wool Ribbed Knit Jumper
