Known for his rich narratives that underpin every collection, Erdem is a storyteller. He has a passion for historical research and eccentric women: his SS19 collection was inspired by two cross-dressing Victorians called Fanny and Stella; the season before that, his muse was Adele Astaire, a woman who gave up her acting career to marry into British aristocracy. Erdem also loves fine craftsmanship and tailoring, which is evident in every piece he creates. And while every hotly anticipated season surprises, there’s a signature there too: think sweeping gowns, decorative coats and elegant separates, with touches of velvet brocade, fragile lace, satin and puffed sleeves.