Lela Rose's pre-autumn collection resonates like a personal ode to timeless elegance, imbued with a delicate nostalgia. While the world can sometimes seem harsh and complex, Rose drew her inspiration from a figure dear to her heart: her grandmother, the gentle Grand-Sue. This benevolent muse, a former model at Neiman Marcus, left behind invaluable lessons, captured in encouraging notes such as "Follow your heart and your creativity, and something will inspire you".
Rose's creations are imbued with this wisdom, embodying a classic, elegant femininity that evokes the days when Grand-Sue herself moved in the fashion world. Poplin dresses and shirts, delicately embellished with lace, reflect meticulous craftsmanship, while linen columns and jacquard knit dresses evoke botanical works, capturing the very essence of nature.