M&S collaborates with Zandra Rhodes

What do you get when you pair one of Britain's most iconic designers with the high street's most prolific retailer? A bold collection that is fashion forward and dare we say innovative when said retailer is Marks & Spencer and the designer is Zandra Rhodes. Hitting stores nationwide on May 7th, M&S today announced the collaboration will see Zandra's creative prints and signature designs to launch a new range of womenswear, accessories, holiday wear and lingerie.

Neil Hendy, M&S' Head of Womenswear Design stated: "This has been an amazing opportunity to work with such a well known designer and a perfect fit for M&S. Zandra’s unique prints and aesthetic work really well for our customers".

Zandra Rhodes said “Marks & Spencer do a wonderful product range and I have always wanted to design for them! I am thrilled to see my prints and their beautiful clothes reach a wide range of consumers.”

Key highlights from the range include jumpsuits in spiral and rose prints, a luminous snakeskin print cut out swimsuit, bikini and oversized tote, butterfly print scarves in red and black and cute oversize bow prints cami and bra sets.

Prices start at £6 for the knickers and £16 for the bra, £22 for a scarf and £25 for the clutch bag. Swimwear starts at £29.50 for the bikini and cut out swimsuit and womenswear ranges from £35 for a chiffon top through to £59 for the jumpsuits and £89 for the silk one shoulder dress. Sizes range from 8-18.

The exclusive range will be available online and in 55 stores nationwide.

Image: M&S Zandra Rhodes