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Incomparably preppy?? Some say no way!

It’s the Perry Ellis Spring 2009 Collection. Some say Creative Director John Crocco tried too hard and the collection of 40 looks, which featured a lot of wool, tried and failed to boast creativity. According to some the clothes fit the men better when they were played down and more conservative, but in other cases the colors and fabrics distracted and de-emphasized the wearer’s masculinity instead of playing it up. Several culprits included burgundy pants, purple velvet cardigans and puffer vests, and the use of green rain boots as accessories. Appropriate for fall, yes, but perhaps not appropriate at all.

“It’s more of a preppy without the privilege,” said Perry Ellis creative director John Crocco. “It’s not a New England prep school prep and it’s not British-inspired. It’s really American prep.” He says it’s a bit of West Coast prep actually – think Palm Springs. So come spring it’s all about casual cardigans, polos and pullovers. Looks that are rugged yet refined. Like the calm cool nights in the California dessert this colorful collection is easy breezy, but also bold. You decide.

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