Marchesa's Contemporary Line

Marchesa is reportedly preparing to launch a contemporary line. The British label, known for its red-carpet-worthy and feminine designs, is said to be completing a deal with LF USA - the US branch of Hong Kong-based investment company Li & Fung.

Marchesa would follow in the footsteps of a host of luxury brands that have launched contemporary lines, including Karl Lagerfeld's Karl; Marc Jacobs' Marc by Marc Jacob's;  Matthew Williamson MW by Matthew Williamson; Alexander McQueen's  McQ and Alexander Wang's T by Alexander Wang.