Phoebe Philo’s fashion frenzy

NATASCHA RADCLYFFE-THOMAS on why her much-anticipated collection sold out within hours

British luxury fashion designer Phoebe Philo debuted her long-anticipated eponymous label to critical acclaim at the end of October. Despite the eye-watering price tags, the small range of clothing, accessories, jewellery and footwear – only available on the Phoebe Philo website – virtually sold out within hours.

But Philo is no stranger to fashion frenzies. Her 2005 Paddington bag, created during...