Cara Delevingne fronts Burberry's new collection
Cara Delevingne is set to star as the face of Burberry’s new collection, the Standard can exclusively reveal.
The series of images, shot by British photographer Alasdair McLellan, features the model-turned-actress clad in the brand’s signature checked scarf and a laminated trench coat from a collection which lands in store and online today.
"I am so proud to share this new shoot I did with Alasdair McLellan and Matt Smith," Delevingne said this morning.
"Thank you to the creative genius and my dear friend Christopher Bailey for involving me in this and all the incredible projects over the years."
"It has been and always will be a joy to work with you and the Burberry family."
Delevingne, 25, shot to fame when she was cast in Burberry’s spring/summer 2011 campaign after being scouted by designer Christopher Bailey.
Bailey yesterday announced he is leaving after 17 years at the helm.
She is joined in the campaign by Matt Smith, who is due to return to screens next month as Prince Philip in series two of Netflix drama The Crown.
The former Doctor Who star is pictured in a sharp suit, checked tie and one of Burberry’s statement “Clan” charms for his fashion campaign debut.
"Burberry has always been a brand that I have admired," said Matt.
"From the football stands to the macs on the runway."
"The chance to work with Christopher, who with his design and vision, has contributed so much to a brilliant British brand and indeed left a footprint not only on fashion but British culture itself, is a huge privilege."
"Working with both Alasdair McLellan and Cara Delevingne, two fashion and creative heavyweights, was also very appealing, and made partnering for this campaign an easy choice for me."
