Media Preview/NYC
Lifestyle brand LACOSTE staged an inventive preview of apparel, footwear and accessories…a few weeks back, with a few thematic inspirations helping to visually (and editorially) set out the wearable, preppy chic-and cleanly sophisticated assortment of items…that really never date. We know many people, us included…who wear Lacoste labeled clothes-especially the polos--- for years and years...
The RTW men's and women's collections-tee off with "CITY GOLF'---which…are metro sleek silhouettes with the comfort and performance aspects expected from sports DNA company---in the details and the fabrications.
Tailored charcoal grey and black suits and separates, l/s button downs in solids and city plaid (vs lumberjack) prints, dress shoes ---that can work the walk on the weekends…plus accessories that go with the office to weekend warrior's wardrobe.
Clean lines…strong detailing, premium fabrics-with an urban edge.
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Always a Lacoste polo involved-here with solid collar on print |
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grey trench-like dress |
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grown-up take on a varsity jacket/sweater-with striped ribbed cuffs and hem |
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classic slip-ons driver style- in suede…with leather tab logo, white outsole with navy stripe trim keeps it fresh |
Dark and autumnal tones for the footwear---leather and suede uppers-with sport details like see em' on trend- rubber outsoles...
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dress shoes-guys can wear without socks---and with jeans…well made but not stuffy |
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quality stitching here…smooth leather upper, metal eyelets... |
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another example-of casual dress-mid cut all leather upper…with treaded outsole |
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Chelsea boot pull-on…in marbled deep tone leather…with stretchy insert panel…nice |
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grippy rubber outsole... |
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fringes and tassels-multi-toned outsole... |
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well made-note the welt stitching…white rubber outsole---punched out upper |
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Accessories---classic silhouettes for sunglasses…aviators+Wayfarers, and feminine cat-eyes with crystal details |
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Elena Collection---tote bag |
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Classic laptop/work/carry-on bag |
Watches-leather and silicone bands, knits hat/scarves...
Golf Mountain …might seem liked a mixed metaphor…but having played golf on high altitude golf courses (yup-the ball does go farther)…the same elegant relaxed sporty ensembles-for colder weather-fit the title.
This neutral toned collection includes includes knits, winter ready outerwear ---parkas, down bombers, cozy woolen sweaters and scarves…and terrific lace-up footwear…more lifestyle than hikers…but with durable rubber outsoles for mountain or city street strolls
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as easy to wear as an oversized tee…belt it or keep loose…cozy grey |
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love this color blocked funnel neck sweater…layer over turtleneck for serious warmth |
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great---men's leather/suede…metal eyelets-oxford toe cap in a lace-up mid-kinda like a high top version of the Sherbrooke lace-up |
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wedge suede/leather…joins the popular Bernelle and Adalyn styles…in a burgundy |
Lacoste Yachting aka Regate Collection-sailing heritage fused with urban polish…nautical stripes-solid crisp navy/white/red colors…in a season-less selection of boat neck maritime separates-with winter style parkas and jackets...
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red top inserts above iconic navy-white sailor stripes... |
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maritime flag colors in jackets, polos…with classic khaki pants |
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nautical stripes …contrasting navy/white sections elevate this look from been there to modern---fitted silhouette |
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cap sleeves---sweater---soft knit---wear year-round---feminine shape---one of our fav looks from this collection |
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men's tops---include long sleeve button downs…and polos with flag inspired panels…well done! |
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red scarves…make great gifts took |
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Deck shoe with gum rubber outsole-nautical sneaker mix... |
Footwear-all leather interpretations of lifestyle sneakers...
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pull-on blue suede boot-like the back tab for ez on/off |
LACOSTE SPORT-celebrates the WORLD CUP in the RIO COLLECTION…available now…Brazil flag colors…OLÉ OLÉ OLÉ OLÉ…OLÉ…OLÉ---and save them for the Olympics---2016.
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Rio Polo $85 |
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Light $100 |
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Tennis silhouettes-in prints, blush pink and crisp solid whites…matchready |
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cut for gals--- |
Other LACOSTE SPORT separates are actually technical pieces---really made for sports-going darker for Fall.
---Can't tell from pictures but these separates have moisture wicking comfort properties…
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men's tees get bold graphics |
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Tracksuit jacket... goes black and red... |
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Polo---men…slightly boxier cut... |
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women's separates we think would work on the golf or tennis court…in back with white piping details |
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mid solid sneakers... |
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love these-patent pin ballet flat with Ortholite footbeds---rubber outsoles... |
Lacoste lifestyle sneakers-in solid leather uppers with white logo croc...
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trainers... |
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digital almost camo print-with pink panels…white + treaded grey---cool take on sneaker |
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even the Eau De Lacoste L12.12 cologne bottles-masculine handsome shape. Available Now |
For more on the Lacoste Accessories for F/W 2014…