Fashion for 2011: James Perse Pre-Fall Collection
James Perse is known best for its casual Cali feel. The Malibu designer consistently delivers comfortable quality pieces for the style conscious woman. The James Perse label, first captured the Nordstrom audience and is now sold nationwide including 4 locations in New York and online at www.jamesperse.com . The label’s low maintenance high fashion design philosophy is quickly becoming popular amongst all genera of fashion connoisseurs. Influenced heavily by minimalist architecture and sporty beach culture James Perse has managed to creatively fuse these elements into the construction of each style. Oversized hoodies, baja ponchos, and beach cords are just a few distinctive themes that characterize the James Perse 2011 Pre-Fall collection.
Oversized Hoodie : This sporty jacket is a laid-back comfort garment. The oversized hoodie is perfect for wearing after a trip to the gym or just shopping at your local supermarket.
Contrast Silk Maxi Dress : This dress has an empire waistline that snitches just below the bust line and a favorite feature of ours, side pockets. This garment says it’s time to relax. The tank top is also a staple for warm weather. Oh yes and silk adds a bit of elegance to this piece.
Stripe Baja Knit Poncho : Instead of the basic trench that most fashion lines send down the runway, James Perse is coming out with a hooded poncho for the Fall. It appears to be a light cable knit-knee length-cover up with black trim. This piece looks ideal for sitting on the porch early evening with some light reading.
Linen Shirtdress : Another understated casual and comfy garment from the James Perse Fall Preview is this white linen shirt dress with a drawstring waist and rolled up sleeves. Another feature so subtle you could almost miss, is the micro collar. This is a nice touch for the simplistic garment.
Crepe Maxi Dress : This dress is totally James Perse. The understated simple design is relaxed and basic, yet comfortable chic. Playing with neutral clean colors is an admired trademark of the JP line.
Striped Cardigan , Beach Cord Utility Shorts : This chunky cable knit sweater is the perfect item to have handy once the weather starts to cool up. It just looks so cozy, don’t you agree? The cord utility shorts work for warm weather that’s just about to chill down on a cool Malibu evening.