Paul Smith: English Classics
By Michelle Taylor
(Photo by FW)
LONDON, Sep 22, 2003/ FW/ --- Sir Paul Smith still remains the best selling British designer of our time, proving that his clean cut crisp clothes are just as marketable today as they have ever been, and his 2004 spring summer collection is no exception.
A star studded VIP model cast swayed down the London catwalk as the mood swang from conservative to colourful, mixing stripes and prints influenced by the artworld, such as a reworked Union Jack, stylised writing and tanks over shirts instead of vests.
He made school uniforms appealing accompanied by colourful ankle and knee high socks and
placed his signature stripes and mens shirts on girls.
The boyish tie, V neck sweater and classic mens tailoring makes for an elegant woman.
An easily recognizable collection made up of knee length skirts and dresses, while pant hems
well above the ankle were almost reminiscent of the mod era, though not slim lined and
often with cuffs.
Other influences in subtle tones were those to South America and Carnevale through the
use of feathers, like his all white feather coat as sign of excessiveness which added a
touch of fun and flare to Smiths unwiltedness.
Tailored three quarter length sleeve jackets for summer in a range of colours, and mens
shirt stripes used on camisoles transformed the boy into girl.
Hence when the formula works, why change it, men's English classics are what Paul Smith
does best, so why not apply it to his women as well? If it isn’t broken then dont fix it.
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