Run rabbit, Run rabbit, Run run run!

Phase two of "Topshop Edit" launches on the 14th March, and they are adding a new brand to the mix - Rabbit on the Run. Rabbit on the Run is a Croatian label and was founded by Julie Thevenot in 2008, starting with hand-printing and dye-testing in her custom-built silkscreen studio. Its aesthetic is the result of experiments and research in large-format cutting and folding techniques, developing an unexpected symmetry. The feel of the brand is jubilant, playful and futuristic.I'm a big fan of monochrome for Spring, so the collection immediately grabbed my attention. The collection has a very tribal primative feel to me (most openly articulated in the jacket) I love the cut of the trousers but find the print overpowering: they would be wonderful for someone a little more fashion forward than myself though, and the pleats around the waistband would lend to a really flattering fit.

The piece that I liked most (and would be most likely to add to my own wardrobe) is the T shirt with the geometric print on it. The print reminds me of medeval body armour, and would look great with leggings and tough studded gladiator sandals for a relaxed summer look.

I don't know how big the range will be, but there were only four images (above) of the collection released yesterday. I hope there will be more to come though - it's so hard to get a feel for a range on such a small taster, and I feel like Rabbit on the Run has the potential to be a great addition for Topshop! I also think its great that Topshop supports up and coming designers by giving them this kind of massive opportunity: its a win-win situation.

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Love, Tor xx