There’s always been something undeniably sexy (and slightly subversive) about a woman in man’s suit. From Yves Saint Laurent’s introduction of “Le Smoking” suit, (which stopped the iconic Nam Kempner from being admitted entry to a swank restaurant in the ‘60s,) to Kelly Clarkson in the August issue of Elle. With that in mind, menswear served as the inspiration for a few runway shows this past week.

 

I’ve heard it said by many men that there is nothing sexier than seeing a woman wearing nothing but one of their shirts. Perhaps that’s why oversize blouses peppered the Spring 2008 runways. From Preen to Ralph Lauren, that whole “androgynous glam” thing was in full effect. Proenza Schouler’s structured pieces had a very military, safari feel to them (pictured left). While for Lauren’s 40^th anniversary, he chose to channel some of his best-known themes including haberdashery, equestrian, and his best-loved WASPy, New England prep look. Even the fun loving club kids down at Heatherette sent a gingham waistcoat down the catwalk. Frankly, I love it! And the best part is that you don’t have to skip out on a month’s rent, you can just raid your boyfriend’s closet.

 Posted by Virginia Jackson-Reed

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