In fashion circles, Roksanda is a byword for a powerful kind of elegance. Need a dress that makes you look as captivating as a piece of art? Or A-grade tailoring that is guaranteed to make you feel as good as you look? Or a punchy pattern, some saturated colour-blocking or simply a garment that makes everyone you encounter think to themselves, 'Where did she get that?' Roksanda Ilinčić is the queen of such clothes, conversation starters that will become future collector's items, and now she's collaborated with one of the most grown-up high street stores on the collaboration to end all collaborations: Jigsaw x Roksanda.
The 29-piece collection arrived in stores last year but, incredibly, is still available to shop online now. As fans of both brands will already be able to attest, it's very much a meeting of two minds. ‘Both our customer and Roksanda’s share a love of bold shape and colour, so the partnership felt like a natural fit,' says Jo Sykes, Jigsaw's creative director at the time. Boldness is certainly the name of the game with this collaboration, which has a wealth of lapis, fuchsia, burgundy, coral, teal and marigold-bright shades, as well as wearable neutrals like beige, navy and khaki.
As you would expect with a collection involving Roksanda, the dresses are a tour de force. Hannah Banks-Walker, Grazia's head of fashion commerce, was particularly taken with the plisse tabard dress, which features an architectural form and a clever use of colour that fans have come to expect from the designer. 'This dress is a real showstopper and could also look different depending on how you wear it - you could try it more off the shoulder or wear the neck higher,' she said. The outerwear is also brilliant, with a tailored beige coat and a single-breasted navy blazer that both feature chunky-knit sleeves that add a serious point of difference.
'It’s been a pleasure working with Jigsaw, alongside Jo and her expert team in bringing our shared vision to life. Combining my love of art, tactility, sculptural shapes and above all colour with Jigsaw’s classic, playful and timeless designs has resulted in a collection that is both fun and elegant, practical, and ethereal. I hope it will resonate with women of all ages,' says Ilinčić.
Naturally, a lot of pieces have sold out but, miraculously, some are still in stock. This really is your last chance, though, so don't hang around...
Our Favourite Pieces From The Jigsaw x Roksanda Collaboration
Dresses
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'Roksanda is famous for her dresses and her bold approach to colour - and this number combines both. Relaxed yet refined, it was so easy to wear thanks to its elbow-length sleeves and adjustable waist belt. I wore it with suede knee-high boots, but it would also look brilliant with something flat and stompy.' - NH
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'This dress is a real showstopper and could also look different depending on how you wear it - you could try it more off the shoulder or wear the neck higher. You could even wear it backwards, with the blue at the back. I’m obsessed.' - HBW
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'I feel like this dress really highlights why Jigsaw and Roksanda are such a good match; it has all the wearability and appeal Jigsaw usually offers with Roksanda’s modern take on elegance. You could easily dress this up for a wedding or even make it your favourite new work dress.' - HBW
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'This is comfy, easy and brilliantly stylish all at once. I tried it on with flats but would also wear this with knee-high boots all season long.' - HBW
Knits
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'I love oversized pieces and the collaboration hit the nail on the head with this jumper. It doesn’t just look warm, it is warm. Picture this on a cold winter's day layered with a black trench.' - RW
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'When winter approaches sometimes we forget that we can still play around with some colour and this sleeveless jumper shows us just how to do that. I’d wear it with a crisp white shirt underneath.' - RW
Tops
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'This shirt could easily be taken into the office or styled up with some heels for a dinner. The little tie detail gives sophisticated vibes.' - RW
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'Stepping slightly out of the box of my usual style, I'm so glad I tried something different with this gorgeous blouse, I am such a fan of the pussy-bow and the joyful colours in this one will really lift your outfit.' - JE
SHOP: The Jigsaw x Roksanda Collection
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This will add a pop of colour to whatever you're wearing.
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Leather Dress
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This leather dress is now reduced by 50%.
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Ruby Light Skirt
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You could wear this skirt with the matching blouse or with a black cashmere jumper.
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This printed dress is one of the collection's most beautiful and it's now £105.
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This polo neck is so easy to layer underneath blazers.
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This colour-block skirt would look brilliant with the blue polo neck.
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Tailored Trouser
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These trousers are now £145 in the sale.
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This can be layered underneath button-down shirts while the weather is still cold.
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Plisse Top
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Still available in most sizes, this plisse top will make your holiday wardrobe.
Natalie Hammond is Grazia’s Senior Fashion News Editor. She loves winter, hates summer and can often be found writing about the weather (and what on earth to wear).