Fashion's Here and Now View.Great American Sportswear Triumphs Backed by Menswear, Grey, Easy Layers, Mixed Proportions, Says Talbots HINGHAM, Mass. -- The constant whir whir v. whirred, whir·ring, whirs v.intr. To move so as to produce a vibrating or buzzing sound. v.tr. To cause to make a vibratory sound. n. 1. of fashion trends has left many women feeling like spectators at a NASCAR NASCAR (National Association for Stock Car Auto Racing), organization that sanctions American stock-car races, est. 1948. It held its first race in Daytona Beach, Fla. race. The trends circle so fast, a blink may obscure a noteworthy collision. Talbots offers a different perspective, saying fall's trends are not focused on past influences or future design directions but women's here and now needs. "A 35+ woman needs a foundation of wearable separates she can adapt to suit any sudden change of plan, punctuated by distinct finds that reflect her personality and spark conversation," says Betsy Thompson, Talbots fashion spokesperson. "This season's look is all about giving her true options - clean, effortless sportswear with an underlying emphasis on menswear, the color grey as a canvas, easy layers and an eye-catching mix of proportions." PRETTY IN MENSWEAR The menswear influence is no stranger to women's fashion with its knack for clean lines and impeccable tailoring reinforced by a fondness for orderly, no-nonsense patterns - usually of the stripe and check variety. Menswear touches are everywhere, often marked by a singular feminine flourish or pop of girlish girl·ish adj. Characteristic of or befitting a girl: girlish charm. girl  ish·ly adv. color to add a sense of
pretty to an otherwise serious mix. For work, the choices have a
polished edge softened by a romantic flourish - e.g., pinstripe pin·stripe also pin stripe n. 1. A very thin stripe, especially on a fabric. 2. a. A fabric with very thin stripes, often used for suits. b. A suit made of such fabric. Often used in the plural. vest, matching trousers and a delicate blouse with voluminous sleeves, or a sharp houndstooth Houndstooth or houndstooth check is a duotone textile pattern, characterized by broken checks or abstract four-pointed shapes. Houndstooth checks originated in woven wool cloth of the Scottish Lowlands,[1] but are now used in many other materials. pantsuit offset by a ruffled ruf·fle 1 n. 1. A strip of frilled or closely pleated fabric used for trimming or decoration. 2. A ruff on a bird. 3. a. A ruckus or fray. b. Annoyance; vexation. 4. blouse and well-heeled platform pumps. More casual finds include a herringbone blazer in ladylike la·dy·like adj. 1. Characteristic of a lady; well-bred. 2. Appropriate for or becoming to a lady. See Synonyms at female. 3. Unduly sensitive to matters of propriety or decorum. 4. shades of peacock blue, cinnamon or pomegranate pomegranate (pŏm`grănĭt, pŏm`ə–), handsome deciduous and somewhat thorny large shrub or small tree (Punica granatum , study hall sweater vests and crisp shirts that are pressed, never starched. GREY'S INFINITY The infinite possibilities of grey make it "the" color of the season. Grey is a canvas that looks rich and lustrous lus·trous adj. 1. Having a sheen or glow. 2. Gleaming with or as if with brilliant light; radiant. See Synonyms at bright. lus worn in varying shades from head-to-toe. From platinum to charcoal, grey blends with ready ease - leathered neutrals, spicy brights and subdued jewel tones. For women accustomed to wearing lots of black, a shift to grey does not require a leap of faith. Talbots is showing grey throughout its assortment - in tweedy separates, chic belted dresses, classic cable cardigans and plaid walking shorts. Not to be missed in sophisticated grey - suede ankle boots, tailored satchel, metallic envelope clutch, spectator pumps, kilt-pinned houndstooth wrap, cabled tights, leggings leg·ging n. 1. A leg covering usually extending from the ankle to the knee and often made of material such as leather or canvas, worn especially by soldiers and workers. 2. leggings a. and more. ON-OFF LAYERS Layering continues with good reason - women dress for varying temperatures indoors, outdoors and within. The ability to add and subtract a layer is a practical plus; the fact that you can look great in the process is a bonus. The look is all about providing a glimpse of other layers, not covering them up like old wallpaper. Tops in light fabrics with varying necklines are essential components. It's best to wear smooth knits closest to the body, adding texture and dimension for outer layers. Key pieces include camis (ultimate underlayer), tailed shirts and menswear-esque vests plus simple tees, sweaters and cardigans in differing necklines and lengths. New this season - a short cape or knit capelet as a jacket alternative. MIXED PROPORTIONS Many of fall's looks reveal a sense of architecture - a calculated mix of shapes, proportions and end uses. Swingy jackets add dimension and drama to lean sheaths, wide leg pants and cuffed, cropped jeans. Also this season, a long fluid cardigan adds a modern touch to slim ankle pants, while a cropped pea coat looks fresh with trim bootlegs in comfy corduroy corduroy, a cut filling-pile fabric with lengthwise ridges, or wales, that may vary from fine (pinwale) to wide. Extra filling yarns float over a number of warp yarns that form either a plain-weave or twill-weave ground. . Related to layering, this trend is focused on the juxtaposition of shape and length against a three-dimensional form. This sounds complicated but it's really about bringing visual balance to a woman's figure - e.g., accentuating the positive, offsetting any spots earning less than positive praise. STYLISH NUANCES For the 35+ woman, the "who are you wearing?" question at cocktail parties and PTA PTA or parent-teacher association: see parent education. meetings has been replaced by "where did you get that?" pleas. She wants distinctive finds that reflect her sense of style and ignite a hint of shopper's envy. Fall's noteworthy nuances include texture (lush chunky knits, cabled tights, colorful quilted vests and belted jackets), unexpected sheen (patent satchel or shoes or a metallic envelope clutch) and a lady's touch (a bow here, a ruffle there). Other talked about updates include: platform boots and platform loafers “Penny loafer” redirects here. For the collegiate a cappella group, see Penny Loafers. Loafers or penny loafers are low, leather step-in shoes usually with moccasin construction, with broad flat heels. They first appeared in the mid 1930s. , heeled booties, wraparound Wraparound A financing device that permits an existing loan to be refinanced and new money to be advanced at an interest rate between the rate charged on the old loan and the current market interest rate. belts, long gloves, quilted bags, tweedy newsboy caps and unleashed animal prints. ABOUT TALBOTS With 60 years of experience dressing women 35 and older, Talbots is the leading specialty retailer of classic apparel, shoes and accessories. The Company offers an extensive assortment of clothing in four different size ranges, including: * Misses 2-20 (with select styles in long sizes) * Petite 0-16P * Woman's or Plus 12W-24W * Woman's Petite 12WP-24WP Talbots private-label fashions are available in Talbots stores, catalog and online at www.talbots.com. To find a store, call 1-800-TALBOTS (1-800-825-2687), or click on the store locator link at www.talbots.com. For additional information or high-resolution images contact: Betsy Thompson 1-781-741-4066 betsy.thompson@talbots.com |
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