Karen Millen launches Icons series with Helena Christensen

By

Sandra Halliday

Published
Apr 6, 2022

Karen Millen is betting heavily on the enduring appeal of Helena Christensen as it launches an edit in a collaboration with the 1990s supermodel.

Described by Christensen as “confident, dynamic and timeless”, the edit included pieces such as a wear-with-anything white oversized blazer, the bodycon Forever Dress, other form-fitting and corset dresses, leather dresses and jackets, and more.

They all represent a kick-off for the brand’s The Icons series to which Christensen also contributed designs. The whole collection has a 90s edge, referencing the era in which the first group of supermodels ruled the catwalks and the front covers of glossy magazines.

The brand — which has been owned by Boohoo Group for the past few years — has shot a campaign to support the launch and is also running a prize draw that includes the opportunity to win a signed Polaroid picture from Christensen herself, as well as a piece from the edit. 

Christensen has immersed herself in her photography career since stepping back from full-time modelling, although as the Karen Millen collab makes clear, she also has a thriving modelling schedule running alongside.