Alice Temperley
Alice Temperley
Alice Temperley MBEis a British fashion designer based in London. Her fashion label, Temperley London was launched in 2000...
NationalityBritish
ProfessionFashion Designer
Date of Birth22 July 1975
charlotte footwear
When it comes to shoes, I always think Charlotte Olympia, of course! Her footwear is always feminine and sexy and also just right for every occasion.
behave cut home industry known people pieces
I don't think many people would think I'm a designer. I behave in a different way. I'd get knocked down and cut to pieces if I went home and flounced about; this industry is known for the flounciness, but I've got my feet on the ground.
ripped school sorts
I was always in trouble at school for what I was wearing; I was never made a prefect because of the way I used to dress - I ripped my tights, my skirts were too short, all sorts of things.
clothes mood
Clothes can transform your mood and confidence.
style twists classic
Eclectic yet classic with a playful bohemian twist is how Id describe my style.
cannes carpet colours deeper depends dressing flattering heavy opposite true
Red carpet dressing all depends on the climate. I think richer, deeper colours are more flattering on the body, but the opposite is true if you are in Cannes or St. Tropez where the light makes deep colours look heavy and unflattering.
women
It should be natural, and that's how I like women to look. I like them to feel comfortable and look organic.
boards next somewhere studio
It's a real luxury to have a studio all to myself, somewhere to start mood boards for the next collection.
brands celebrity designers difficult either houses huge likely religion start talented work
With celebrity being our new religion, it's increasingly difficult to start up on your own. Talented young designers are more likely to either go and work for celebrity brands or huge fashion houses than ever before.