We are back with a look at the spring 2014 collections from some of Kate’s “go to” designers.

We begin with Temperley London. Below, an Instagram shared by Alice Temperley just days before the show, as final touches are being made to the collection.

Alice Temperley Instagram

The show rundown backstage.

Alice Temperley Instagram

There was no shortage of celebrities on hand to see the collection. Below, actress Anna Kendrick (L) and Peaches Geldorf (R). Ms. Kendrick wears the Primrose shirt and skirt from the Cruise 14 collection, Ms. Geldorf was in the Aya dress from this fall’s collection.

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Also enjoying front row status, singer/songwriter Gabrielle Aplin and actress Rose Leslie; on the far right we see model Yasmin le Bon. All three women are sporting Temperley and/or ALICE by Temperley designs.

Temperley London Facebook Page

This trio of photos by LDN Fashion offers a splendid overview of looks for next spring.

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Two images from the Temperley Facebook page also offer perspective.

Temperley London Facebook

The first looks down the runway were crafted in a lush pink and maroon/burgundy palette.

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For critical reaction to the collection we turn to British Vogue.

Princess pretty, and proof – if it were needed – that pink will still be going strong as a trend next summer, Temperley began with a tiered dress of raspberry, plum and blush – its voluminous silhouette setting the tone for much of the collection.

The next group featured more muted tones but the feeling remained elegant and luxurious.

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More reaction via Women’s Wear Daily:

Alice Temperley delivered a charming, retro and very English interpretation of la dolce vita. The prints said it all — leopard spots mingling with a tumble of pink or mauve orchid blossoms — as did the pale Wedgwood colors, applied to Sixties couture shapes in heavy silks.

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Some of the leopard sports referenced by WWD.

Temperley London

The black, purple and lavender group was effective.

Temperley London

The palette made for striking pieces.

Temperley London

Back to the British Vogue review:

Leopard print broke up the girliness though – a fabulous full-length skirt fell from a lilac appliquéd upper in a moment that spawned an immediate waiting list. Another mint green bejeweled tunic proved that Temperley knows her customer and gives them just what they want.

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From the Style.com review:

Key pieces included trapeze shapes and a new way to deliver a bolero jacket, with sleeves that were structured and flowy at the same time. But, as always, it was the surface details—the rose damask fabrics, the complete symmetry of the embroidered flowers on organza, the crystal embellishments, and the cherry-blossom prints—that seduced. Temperley has such a sure hand, she even made a leopard print mixed with a lilac floral look good.

Temperley London

These were three of my favorite looks, they typify what I perceive to be a significant part of the Temperley aesthetic: light, floaty, and feminine designs.

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The detail work on some of the garments is exquisite.

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An even closer look.

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Some of the handwork is so delicate, work on it required a magnifying glass.

Alice Temperley Instagram

Another look via Temperley’s Communications Director, Madeleine Macey.

Madeleine Macey, Temperley Communications Director

There were a very few styles that didn’t work for me. The white ensembles seen below were somehow reminiscent of vintage honeymoon lingerie, although the satin coats are clearly beautiful pieces that would stand on their own merit. And as much as I love pink and satin, the two styles below reminded me of prom dresses, the satin borders in combination with the pink flowers detracted from the overall look.

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The wrap-up from Women’s Wear Daily’s review:

What the clothes sometimes lacked in youth and modernity, they made up for with dazzling workmanship and gentility.

Three final styles.

Temperley London

It was a beautiful collection, I was surprised by how appealing the leopard paired with the floral motifs looked.

Temperley London

As with any collection from this designer, it is always fun to think of what Kate might wear; this is the closing line from British Vogue’s show review:

It’s going to be fun watching the Duchess of Cambridge take her pick of this selection next summer.

There are any number of garments that are ideal for Kate’s style, making a short list would be quite a challenge.

One note for those fond of Kate’s Odele sheepskin coat by Temperley, the piece is back in stock for fall.

Courtesy of Facebook Friend Sandra/Temperley London

Be advised this one will take a toll on the pocketbook, it retails for $3280.

Also today, a look at new designs by Alice Temperley for her very successful Somerset collection offered exclusively at John Lewis. But these styles are not for adults – the collection is expanding to include girls’ sizes. Below, a pink knit sweater (jumper) and acorn print separates.

Somerset Girls by Alice Temperley for John Lewis

More from British Vogue:

….will feature dresses and separates that echo pieces in the womenswear collection – and the designer hopes that her new mini customers will love them just as much.

Somerset Girls by Alice Temperley for John Lewis

One needn’t look far to see Girls’ designs echo that their grown-up counterparts. Below, the women’s Pine Cone Dress and Sequin Detail Jumper.

Somerset by Alice Temperley for John Lewis

It isn’t difficult to spot some of the designer’s signature touches.

Somerset Girls by Alice Temeprley for John Lewis

There is a total of 16 pieces in the debut Girls collection, designed for ages four to twelve.

Courtesy Photos via British Vogue

The collection launches this Thursday, September 26.

Somerset Girl by Alice Temperley for John Lewis

Many fall styles in the women’s collection are available in-store and online, including accessories. Below, the Puxton Ankle Boots and Clover Medium Cross-Body Bag.

Somerset by Alice Temperley for John Lewis

For US residents interested in the collection, John Lewis does ship to the US.

Our other looks today are from the Topshop Unique runway, one of the retailer’s boutique lines. There was also a celebrity-filled front row at this venue, including Anna Wintour, Sir Philip Green (owner of the retail powerhouse) and Kate Moss.

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Some of the models backstage.

Topshop Pinterest

One of the key color palettes included a rich blue and deep green, used in geometric patterns.

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Most looks were decidedly casual with relaxed silhouettes.

Topshop Pinterest

One has to work harder to imagine Kate in pieces from this show, the clarity of vision isn’t quite so obvious.

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To see all of the show looks on the runway, click here to visit Topshop’s Pinterest page.

We will be back in just a few days with more runway styles and an exciting giveaway!