We’re in the thick of summer, yet it’s never too early to snag what will be the latest on-trend garb for those spectacular holiday soirées. Garnering a peek into the extensive showroom of Agentry PR, here’s a rundown of innovative brands and what you’ll want to wear now while on vacation and plan to for the fall. For the fashionable multi-tasker:
Helen Jon offers lovely women’s swim and resort wear, think perfect for socialites and ladies who lunch at their country clubs. Styles can be mature and definitely full coverage, but the patterns and warm colors will make you happy. And while others are wearing the predictable Lilly Pulitzer, you’ll be unique in affordable pretty Helen Jon. Available at Everything But Water, Zappos, Amazon, and others and at www.helenjon.com. Price range: $70 – $200.
Andre Assous is a heritage women’s footwear brand known for their espadrilles. Transitional wedges start at $139, loafers and low heels start at $149, and flats start at $128. The shoes are most wearable and can be paired with many summer outfits, from morning to night. They’re sold at Nordstrom, Bloomingdale’s and more e-tailors, including at andreassous.com. Price range: $139 – $278.
AKNVAS is sure to turn heads no matter what the crowd size at evening events. This is a line for the bold and colorful. Designer Christian Juul leads this advanced contemporary brand sold at Saks, Nordstrom, FWRD and at www.aknvas.com. Price range: $325 – $2,000.
Autumn Cashmere continues to boast fine cashmere sweaters and shirts for men, women and children in wonderful color combinations and earthy tones. Here’s a timeless brand that continues to remain fresh and cozy. You can find the line at Neiman Marcus, Nordstrom, Shopbop, Revolve and more, including at www.autumncashmere.com.
Mavi also remains venerable while true to its Turkish roots as a men’s and women’s contemporary and premium denim lifestyle brand. Indeed I still own (and wear!) my first pair of Mavi jeans and I really want the new corduroy bubble gum pink pants and jacket. This brand has staying power, continuing to produce covet-worthy pieces – consider I started wearing Mavi during my college days and now my teen daughter can. Mavi is available at Nordstrom, Bloomingdale’s, Zappos, Amazon, at mavi.com, and more. Price range: $78 – $138.
