TOMMY HILFIGER PRESENTS HIS FALL 2011 WOMEN'S COLLECTION

New Collection Inspired by a 1970s Rock Star Girlfriend!

February 2011— Tommy Hilfiger presented his Fall 2011 Women's Collection at Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week at Lincoln Center. Friends in attendance included Rosario Dawson, Wyclef Jean, Rose Byrne, Petra Nemcova, Bella Heathcote, Olivia Palermo, Russell Simmons and NY Knicks star forward Amare Stoudemire.

Fall 2011 Women's Collection

The Tommy Hilfiger Fall 2011 women's collection captures the nonchalant style of a 1970s rock star's girlfriend. Her style is based on a bohemian, feminine (re)interpretation of the brand's menswear heritage. She redefines preppy through her irreverent approach to classic silhouettes. Whether she's the subject of lyrics—or writing them herself—unstudied sexiness is her trademark.

Borrowing from the boys, authentic menswear patterns are executed in feminine fabrications like classic herringbone printed on silk and a traditional Foulard print with engineer stripes on a fluid shirtdress and pajama pants. A narrow pleated pant beneath a sleeveless double-breasted blazer creates new-shape suiting. Handcrafted chunky knits are updated and paired with silk shirtdresses; insets of burgundy (the new red) and splices of color unexpectedly pop up in classic pieces.

Preppy outerwear— a khaki mackintosh and a double-faced reversible canvas jacket sporting rubber touches—add texture on texture to layered-up ensembles. Accessories embrace twisted details in heeled penny loafers with needlepoint trim, a dop kit bag in ostrich, brogue-inspired belts in pop colors and the new duffle cape—a wide scarf secured in the back with a classic toggle. She dresses for herself—but she can't help it that her particular brand of chic seems to inspire everyone else.

The Tommy Women's Fall 2011 Collection is inspired by a woman who dresses for herself—but can't help it that her particular brand of chic seems to inspire everyone else.

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