Rat & Boa’s Nocturne collection is a cool girl’s eveningwear dream
Shop Rat & Boa’s AW24 collection for glamorous styles with sensual twists
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Established in 2015 by friends Valentina Muntoni and Stephanie Bennett, London-based Rat & Boa is the fashion house to turn to for a little bit of je ne sais quoi and a whole lot of style. With femininity and individuality at its heart, Rat & Boa’s designs mix nostalgic glamour with modern twists, and take dressing up very, very seriously. And its AW24 collection, Nocturne, promises to put a sensual spin on classic party dressing.
“AW24 is a collection born out of friendship, duality, and a sense of being different but together. It’s a collection and a mood that’s meant to be experienced, not just worn. Expect bold sensuality, understated mystery, confidence, freedom and fun,” say Muntoni and Bennett – and you only have to see the dresses to believe it. The Nocturne collection is as soulfully sophisticated as it is sexy and daring. From understated, simple designs to sensational shapes, feminine cuts and floor-grazing hemlines, it’s a celebration of womanhood imagined in the brand’s signature bohemian style.
Accompanied by a campaign shot on film by Vitali Gelwich, the collection made its debut amidst the backdrop of Paris, the City of Light, after dark. Models were snapped at iconic Parisian landmarks, including L’Hotel Paris and Brasserie Lipp, to show off Nocturne’s seductively chic traits in the grungey-but-glamorous city. The collection oozes Parisian style: its show-stopping silhouettes are flirty and cool, with sheer lace and mesh, sequins, and animal prints making for dancefloor-ready designs.
Slip into your favourite style from Rat & Boa’s Nocturne collection and make an entrance to remember at epic parties and dinner dates. Emily Ratajkowski and Rosie Huntington-Whiteley are already fans, so there’s absolutely no reason you shouldn’t be too. Shop our favourite pieces from the collection and be the most beautiful party belle at the ball this season.
Pirella dress
Swap your LBD for Rat & Boa’s long black silky dress and reveal your sensuality and free-spirited style. The Pirella slip dress is crafted from a deep-hued lace georgette mix for a delicate but daring affair. Wear with the brand’s Brasilian pants beneath and pair with statement jewellery for a striking after-dark look.
Amazonie dress
Turn up the heat in the dramatic Amazonie dress and show off your wild side at late-night drinks and hedonistic parties. A sheer design in pure silk and Rat & Boa’s signature leopard print, this slip dress is anything but ordinary – the asymmetric frilled train is the finishing touch and enough to make fellow partygoers roar.
Aizza dress
Keep things simple with this effortlessly chic slip dress. Channelling the iconic 1990s silhouette, the Aizza dress is a winter wardrobe essential offering a classic feminine style for every cool girl. The silky smooth fabric hugs the body beautifully with its long fluid hemline and swoop neckline while the autumnal brown shade is warm and alluring. Style with killer heels or casual trainers: this is a super versatile piece to play with.
Leontina dress
Show some leg and flaunt some cleavage in this risqué mini dress. A flirty length grazing the thighs and fitting close to the body to frame your figure, you’ll certainly make a statement in the Leontina dress. Rendered in monochrome animal print with long sleeves and a bold tie on the skirt, this wrap-style dress is made for dancing ‘til dawn.
Juniper dress
A spin on the brand’s best-selling Santino dress, the Juniper is a sophisticated and sensual masterpiece, bold in colour and design. Crafted from a sheer mesh fabric it leaves little to the imagination, but attention is drawn to the vibrant orange flower graphic contrasting against the black base tone. A boat neckline and long sleeves polish off the ensemble for an elegant evening style.
Giada dress
Knock ’em dead in the gorgeous Giada maxi dress, perfect for black tie cocktails and canapes. With its high-neck halter design in a sleek, curve-skimming jersey material, you’ll exude sophistication and seductiveness. Dance the night away in its swishy skirt and accessorise with a whole lot of sparkling sequins for the ultimate showstopper.
Priscilla dress
Rise to the occasion in head-to-toe sequins – the Priscilla dress is one knockout design. Wear with Rat & Boa’s bodysuit underneath and this maxi gown has you covered (but not concealed) for all your festive frolicks. A decadent adornment of glittering silver sequins, the slinky fit skims the body elegantly and will have heads turning wherever you waltz.
Octavia dress
Stun in this girly column dress, complete with a plunging cowl neckline for some added va va voom. A floor-length style in a vivacious green tone, the Octavia dress is sumptuously soft and elegant with a playful, sexy edge. Wear with gold earrings and sky-high stilettos for compliments all night long.
Rhoda dress
Take your style up a notch with this zebra print shirt dress. Rendered in an abstract pattern in classic black and white, the Rhoda dress has voluminous sleeves and is cinched at the waist for the perfect balance of smart and fun. A silky fabric, leave the top buttons undone for a cheeky neckline, pair with glitzy silver earrings and wear from the cocktail bar to the dance floor.
Shop Rat & Boa’s full Nocturne collection at ratandboa.com
