Personnel changes at Filippa K have led to a fresh direction for the brand’s spring collection. While the collection was initially started by Liisa Kessler, it was ultimately completed by the in-house team with guidance from the new creative lead, Anna Teurnell. Teurnell, who also continues to helm her own minimalist label, brings a new perspective to Filippa K, aiming for a modular simplicity that bridges the gap between the brand’s classic basics and more fashion-forward pieces.
Filippa K, founded in 1993, has a long history of providing effortlessly cool clothing for working women. The brand’s DNA is rooted in its minimalist aesthetic, evident in its fine gauge knits, denim, and tailored pieces. Teurnell recognizes this legacy and plans to use it as a springboard for the brand’s future. She references her own experiences with Filippa K, drawing inspiration from her first purchases, including stretch denim. This personal touch is evident in pieces like look 12, a pair of leg-lengthening jeans that seamlessly transition between flats and heels.
Tailoring remains central to the brand’s identity. Teurnell, known for her talent in tweaking proportions, emphasizes the waistline in the opening look, a women’s pantsuit, and narrows the shoulders in men’s suiting. The collection offers a range of styles, from tailored suits paired with soft knits and loafers to more casual looks featuring preppy button downs and collared sweaters. More daring pieces, like city shorts, are balanced by versatile outerwear, including a nylon gabardine car coat with an embroidered logo monogram and a citified A-line jacket with patch pockets and side snaps.
Teurnell’s vision for Filippa K is to create a wardrobe of essential pieces that are both stylish and functional. Her emphasis on wearability and the elevated wardrobe is evident in the collection’s minimalist aesthetic and focus on timeless designs. While Teurnell may not have originated this collection, her influence is undeniable, making Filippa K’s future look promising.
