I’ll begin by explaining that the theme of this shoot was supposed to be something entirely different. And as the product range evolved it became very apparent that our initial design ideas were just not going to…work.

At all.

Nothing like going back to the drawing board when you already have a limited time frame and your mind is consumed with another topic altogether.

The main focus for RMB SS13 was what we are renowned for as a brand……pretty. Huge, massive great big heaps of romantic, feminine pretty. We wanted to create and discover products that not only enhance the overall aesthetic of W-day, but would also be a welcome addition to any home interior. We appreciate that weddings are often prohibitively expensive and if you can justify expenditure because there will be more than just a “one day” use then that’s awesome.

After a few hours of exclaiming “What the ruddy hell are we going to do now?! the other idea was so cool?!” and generally looking blank, the answer was obvious. Or at least staring right at us from our make-up bags.

As well as many other things Lolly and I have in common we share a mutual love of all things Chanel. My obsession began the day my Mum bought me a bottle of the then-much-in-demand Rouge Noir nail polish when I was just sixteen. It was so grown up. It was so sophisticated. And even though looking back that particular shade didn’t suit my suit tone in the slightest (jaundice-tinged goth anyone?) I still have very fond memories of feeling like the kitten that got the creme de la creme of the beauty world circa the late nineties.… View the full post.