NEW YORK FASHION WEEK: PERRY ELLIS SIGNATURE COLLECTION FALL/WINTER 2008/2009 MENSWEAR RUNWAY REVIEW

For Fall Winter 2008-2009, the Perry Ellis collection was rooted in tradition.

Creative director John Crocco told us after the show he wanted a “return to tradition” which came through in a collection he referred to as “American Lodge”. Classic fabrics and patterns grounded the collection while tech fabrics of poly nylon added a touch of irreverence to tradition.

Brown suedes and chunky knits added a grandfatherly element to turtlenecks, cardigans and scarves, while improvements in textiles will prevent the bittersweet memories of itchy sweaters.

Traditional looks like wool scouting pants contrasted with poly nylon windbreakers. The use of poly nylon updated the collection’s traditional vibe by being used in pants, shirts and ties.

Meanwhile, lambskin added a touch of luxury to poacher jackets, field coats and stable pants.  Reversible purple puffer vests added a bit of disregard to formal looks of pinstripe dinner suits.

Standout looks were a cashmere donegal cardigan with striped shawl collar, an exploded fairisle belted cardigan, and a lambswool cardigans which had it’s shawl collar resting on the lapels of a wool blazer.

The color palette included dark chocalates, burgundies, charcoals, and deep forest greens accented with purples and limes.

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