John Lewis launches its biggest-ever fashion collaboration, bringing iconic British brand RIXO to 30 John Lewis stores, further strengthening its premium fashion credentials. Launching 22nd October, John Lewis x RIXO is a vintage-inspired collection rooted in a shared belief that clothes should make you feel like the best version of yourself. Distinctly RIXO in spirit, each piece has been designed to be worn again and again; styled uniquely to the wearer, suited to any occasion, and timeless enough to never go out of style.
On the collection, RIXO Co-Founder Orlagh McCloskey says: “This collaboration feels like a true extension of RIXO – taking the heritage of John Lewis, leaning into its incredible archive, and bringing it to life with that RIXO magic.
“For me, if you’re going to do a collaboration, you have to do it properly. It should feel as strong, if not stronger, than anything you’ve created before – every piece considered, every detail cared for, and something you feel genuinely proud to put your name to.
“We wanted the collection to do the talking. We can’t wait to see women across the UK, whether they’re longtime RIXO lovers or discovering us for the first time through John Lewis, style it in their own way and make it theirs.
“We feel incredibly proud to have created something that reaches a wider audience than our London stores.”
Celebrating design heritage and authenticity, the collection features an exclusive floral motif inspired by a block-printed textile from 1849, thoughtfully selected from The JLP Archive during the collaborative design process. This is the first time an archive print has been used in a John Lewis fashion collaboration. The signature print features across two dresses, a blouse, skirt and scarf.
The collection includes dresses, knitwear, blouses, jackets, skirts, scarves, shoes and bags, bringing together the design ethos of both brands, where signature RIXO silhouettes meet John Lewis wearability. New shapes and patterns offer something truly unique and special, available exclusively at John Lewis. Among them, is the hero piece The Vesper: a full-length dress finished with delicate cap sleeves and a ruffle neckline, in the aforementioned archive print.
Flattering silhouettes meet considered design details to create pieces that customers will reach for time and time again. Vintage floral prints in an autumnal palette feature throughout alongside luxe velvets, decadent sequins, soft cashmere and silky lamé. Fur and lace trims, ruffles, metallic embroidery and intricate embellishments make each piece feel extra special.
Heroes from the collection include the Luanne fur trimmed jacquard jacket, the Carina lace and archive print dress and the Delphina mini dress in a bold floral print. Accessories complete the collection with a distinctively vintage feel, think intricate beaded bags, silky scarves and statement metallic footwear.
Rachel Morgans, fashion director at John Lewis, says: “RIXO is an iconic British brand adored by so many, much like John Lewis, so it felt natural to create something special together. RIXO has such a strong community so we feel honoured to be a part of it and we’re proud to be supporting a British, female-founded brand. Being able to use the John Lewis Partnership Archive for the collection feels extra special, using our extensive heritage to create something that feels contemporary and unique for our customers.”
The collection will be available in all John Lewis fashion stores and on johnlewis.com. Prices range from £65 for a scarf – £525 for a lace trimmed dress. Selected mainline RIXO jewellery and footwear featured in the campaign will also be available online from 22 October.
