FLOWER POWER
As Erdem receives a royal honour, we look back at some of the designer’s starriest looks
Erdem Moralioglu – the designer behind fashion label Erdem – was this week honoured with an MBE for Services to Fashion.
The Canadian-born, Londonbased designer has only been in business for 15 years but in that time he has garnered a whole host of celebrity fans, from the Duchess of Cambridge to Nicole Kidman.
When the honour was announced last year, Erdem said: “I am incredibly flattered to be included in the Queen’s Birthday Honours List, I have been truly privileged to be able to do what I love whilst building an independent British label.
“I can’t think of a more wonderful way to celebrate my 15-year anniversary.”
Known for his ethereal, romantic outfits – think lots of long skirts, high necks, ruffles, bows and floral prints, every collection shown at London Fashion Week is carefully considered.
His pieces are often inspired by influential women from history – including the dancer Adele Astaire and poet Edith Sitwell.
The designer was joined by his husband Philip Joseph Moralioglu at Windsor Castle this week and had his MBE medal pinned to his lapel by the Princess Royal. Here are a few of Erdem’s standout celebrity fashion moments...
SIENNA MILLER
Boho princess Sienna, 39, kept things light and playful for the 2013 Golden Globes, wearing a pastel two-piece dress in
Erdem’s signature florals.
THE DUCHESS OF CAMBRIDGE
Erdem’s demure but fashionforward style suits 39-year-old Kate’s aesthetic down to the ground. It’s hard to pick just one of her best Erdem moments, but we love this major floral gown.
ALEXA CHUNG
Style icon Alexa, 38, repeatedly comes back to Erdem’s clothes – even collaborating with the designer for her 2015 Met Gala look. This minidress from the 2015 Elle Style Awards is classic Erdem, with a high neck, ruffles and a floral print.
KEIRA KNIGHTLEY
It’s rare to see Erdem stray from florals, but this purple gown worn by Keira to the 2015 SAG Awards certainly makes monochromes interesting, with a delicate pattern and unique hemline.
NICOLE KIDMAN
The Big Little Lies star, 54, wore Erdem to the Glamour Women of the Year Awards in 2017, turning heads in a striking purple hue.
SCARLETT JOHANSSON
Scarlett, 36, leaned into the futuristic side of Erdem’s designs in a strapless midi-dress for a 2018 Avengers premiere.
SAOIRSE RONAN
Ladybird actress Saoirse, 27, brought drama to the 2020 Critics’ Choice Awards in this frilled red floral affair, proving why Erdem continues to be an excellent red carpet choice.