Having grown closer over the years with a shared penchant for all things gorgeous, it was in September of last year that the pair finally decided to put together this sparkling endeavour. ‘We always knew that this would be a party collection, the holidays are our favourite time of year. Lots of glitter, lots of sparkles, lots of bows – it’s very aligned with our vibe,’ Hilton Rothschild recalls. So excited by the premise of this mesmerising meeting of minds à la mode, Saks, Harrods and MyTheresa all agreed to sell the line, even though they had only been shown sketches and no samples – a feat that many brands would gasp at.
One year later, that famed Brompton Road fashion bolthole is the reason the diamond-adorned duo are here, as the Nicky Hilton x Rebecca Vallance collection has landed in store. ‘Harrods is the most iconic department store in the world. Walking there today with Rebecca and seeing our little shop there was a real pinch-me moment,’ says Hilton Rothschild. No stranger to its opulent interiors and ultra-fine fares, the designer fondly remembers visiting as a child, ‘I remember when I would come [to London] with my family growing up, we would be staying at Claridge’s, and Harrods would be first on the list – then Hamleys. But first and foremost, Harrods.’ Now she’s passing on that magic to her own daughters, ‘I took my girls to the toy floor, it was very hectic,’ she laughs.
The line boasts a bevvy of gorgeous gowns, heavily embellished with shining accoutrements. Crystal bows adorn merlot-red evening looks, lattice pearl collars shimmer upon full-pailette minis, and ice-blue tea-dresses serve lashings of chic in sequin-threaded lace throughout the 32-piece-strong collection. ‘I’ve never done clothing at this price point. You’re able to play with really fine, expensive material, and Rebecca’s quality is A-class all the way. It was a lot of fun, just creating the ultimate party collection – it just makes you want to dress up and go out dancing,’ says Hilton Rothschild.
