Holland Cooper: 'Tweed with a Twist'

As Autumn/Winter 10 finally makes its way into our wardrobes, we see an infusion of bramble tones seep onto the hanging rail. Light linens are swept aside and replaced by cashmere and cable knits, whilst the. lorded over Chanel-esque clogs are kicked to the corner to make way for thigh-high leather wonders. As we prepare our armoires for the first glittering morning dews of the fall, we must make special place for this season’s essential. Tweed. No we’re not talking the matronly cuts of old; the jackets seemingly tailored for squat buxom little beings, the skirts that give even the most waif-like figure the illusion of hips you could fly with. No, this season’s tweed fits perfectly over the 50s curves of the moment. Of course designers such as Paul Smith and Ralph Lauren have already sent their tawny creations down the catwalks, but for a young, fresh take on the country tradition, look to new name Holland-Cooper.

Dubbed by its creator as ‘tweed with a twist’ Holland Cooper takes the textile and goes to town with it in a number of designs. Jackets create a long, elegant silhouette with Dandy-esque collars and synched in waists, whilst with the skirts offer a choice between sultry straight minis or more girly-fied ra-ras. Holland Cooper’s sophisticated collection evokes images of country house parties and Gatsby-esque glamour. Cheeky cuts and shocking pink trims give the line a pouting youthful edge.
For the all-out look team a skirt with a crisp white shirt, an über-fitted jacket and devastatingly kholed eyes.Alternatively use a single piece to spice up an outfit; try matching a pair of shorts (bottom hugging enough to redden the cheeks of any Hooray-Henry!) with a long classic knit cardigan, knee-socks and Hunters. Add a dash of sex-kitten bed hair and you’re all set to catch the eye of that country-weekend beau!

Holland Cooper Clothing injects a sassiness never before associated with tweed. It is the perfect blossoming brand to kick your wardrobe towards Autumn/Winter 2010. For more information, and for the full collection, visit www.hollandcooper.com.