I was stopped in my page flipping tracks when I saw this Fred Perry advertisement. Talk about preppy and androgyny at its editorial best. I don’t think I could have done any better myself.
I have to say that I love everything about this photo from the vintage Vespa to the espadrilles. And don’t get me started on the fabulous sideburns.
This 2012 collection is right up my alley. Well frankly most everything that comes from Fred Perry is right up my alley as I do like a bit of sportswear preppy in my wardrobe. I love a polo and look at how audacious this one is. I can’t imagine that Fred himself would have tried to make this work at Wimbledon but I would.
The company brands itself as the home of authentic British street fashion. I don’t know about all of that but I’ve always loved their shoes and this season is no different. Gotta love this brown suede half boot to go with your jeans or khaki’s and definitely paired with a fun pair of socks.
On a sad note Amy Winehouse had created a collection with Fred Perry before her death and the brand has decided to go ahead and sell her 2012 collection. It looks great but I can only imagine it will be worn with a little sadness of the heart.
photo’s courtesy of soulfulbeauty.com and ioffer.com
