High Street Collabs Don't Come Better Than This—These Are the 26 Chicest Pieces From John Lewis X Rejina Pyo

When I first heard that one of my favourite designers, Rejina Pyo, was collaborating with British high-street stalwart John Lewis, I thought Christmas had come early.

In case you're unfamiliar with the Rejina Pyo brand, let me enlighten you. Known for her timeless collections designed for the contemporary woman, Pyo draws inspiration from the worlds of art, food and culture to create timeless ready-to-wear, shoes and accessories that fuse modernity and elegance. Mention must also be made of her store in London’s Soho; it's a design haven full of curated antique decor, so if you're into interiors, it's a must-visit.

John Lewis, however, needs no introduction. One of the few enduring British department stores and a benchmark retailer for all things high-quality at the most reasonable prices, it has introduced a few exciting fashion collaborations over the years, including A.W.A.K.E. Mode and Collagerie.

It's rare to find a perfect synergy between a high-end designer and a high-street retailer, but this collection shows just how special and spot-on collaborations can be when done right, by truly bridging the gap between the aspirational and the affordable. Not only that, but given the reputations of both Rejina Pyo and John Lewis, shoppers can feel confident in investing knowing that no corners have been cut.

Hero items from the collection include a soft, butter-yellow-toned leather trench, a classic grey wool top coat, a timeless belted suit in a rich merlot-brown and, lastly, a copper-hued faux-fur teddy coat. Denim jeans also play a part, offered in rich blue and washed brown-black, as well as a nice stack of knitwear styles, some in cashmere blends for that ultra-soft feel. Shirts with eye-catching buttons, dresses with voluminous sleeves and a claret merino knitted top-and-midi-skirt set all come straight out of the classic Rejina Pyo playbook.

For finishing touches, find leather knee-high riding boots, luxe belts, satin kitten heels, envelope-style shoulder bags in burgundy and black, cosy wool snoods and mini bracelet bags in faux fur (to match the jacket), all finished with an exaggerated buckle motif, which gives a little bit of a Western flair and is a nice through line to bring the collection together.

This collection is made for autumn dressing; the colour palette draws from nature, tapping into the trending hues of now, such as butter yellow, slate grey, copper, khaki green and burgundy. I fell in love with the yellow trench, ultra-soft knitwear, faux-fur coat and denim, which are great options for elegant desk-to-dinner dressing.

Launching on Thursday, 9 October (today!), the 34-piece collection brings together a classic British aesthetic with Pyo's Korean modernity. Combining utilitarian city style with "feminine" countryside simplicity, this capsule collection is elevated and effortless, designed to be worn season after season. Scroll on for my best bits from the collaboration.

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