Poppy Totman

It is a great refreshment when designers remind us that leather can be used in collections that feature light and summer looks. London based womenswear designer, Poppy Totman, is one of those creative visionaries who said ‘no’ to heavy black leather coats. Instead, she decided on white and light mint color palette, successfully combining pieces for her graduate collection named ‘’La Belle Dame Sans Merci’’.

Almost every garment is adorned with different detailing: statement white coat with perforated sleeves, knitted dress completed with light mint round neckline and other striking pieces covered in white leather straps. Walking down the catwalk, models presented stunning design, looking like the sisters of a femme fatale who decided to outdo her by wearing white in lieu of black. Totman’s risk-taking clothes claim to become objects of desire of anyone who prefers edgy and distinctive style. All in all, this collection is a successful outcome of designer’s thinking out of the box.

Poppy Totman graduated from the University of Westminster in 2012. She gained work experience at Felder Felder, Topshop and Clare Tough. Given that her creations are elegant yet innovative, modern and sophisticated women can be considered as her target group.