Simply Abu Dhabi Magazine XVIII

2 7 2 S I M P LY A B U DH A B I Polo F or spring 2015, Polo Ralph Lauren is debuting modern suiting silhouettes, unexpected fusions of vintage varsity with downtown denim and racy leather, and new fully seam-sealed waterproof outerwear from RLX. Capturing the complete Polo lifestyle, inspirations range from classic Ivy League athletics to preppy New England boating to the great American outdoors. Polo tailored clothing is reimagined this season, merging new, slimmed-down silhouettes featuring three distinctive shoulder shapes and a much narrower pant, with vintage-quality fabrications, contrast club collars and heritage details. Handsome suits are cut from lightweight fresco wool, linen and silk, and range from charcoal pinstripes to classic navy to brown and tan tickweave. Modern, trim-fitting double-breasted suits and sport coats, hallmarks of quintessentially masculine dressing, are especially prominent throughout the collection. Vintage-inspired neckwear boasts classic rep stripes, hand- blocked foulard prints and heraldic crests. Perfect for an afternoon at the races or the tennis club, fresh seersucker and bleeding madras sport coats with soft, natural shoulders are updated with contemporary cuts and worn with airy linen and lightweight wool gabardine trousers. Varsity-inspired rugbys, tees and fleece, designed with a hip, urban aesthetic, come together with slim- fitting denim, luxe cashmere, and chic leather jackets in a focused palette of black, cream and grey. Featherweight cashmere hoodies and crewnecks are worn with resin-coasted denim and a sharp double-breasted sport coat in black cotton poplin. Distressed graphics and old-school crests lend a sporty vibe to letterman sweaters, hoodies and fleece sweatpants, while nylon utility outerwear and leather bike jackets with quilted shoulders add a modern touch of international sophistication. Inspired by the great outdoors and expertly designed for an active lifestyle, Polo showcases a vibrant selection. Crafted in a full spectrum of moody blues, heavily distressed denim, camo, vintage nautical motifs and rugged cotton sweaters define a collection of distinctive spring pieces. Indigo-dyed tees and polos are washed and weathered for a timeworn bohemian look, pairing naturally with cutoff shorts and jeans. Sunwashed chambrays are worn with a medley of novelty layering pieces, including patchwork cardigans, Aran-knit fisherman sweaters and unconstructed indigo-dyed sport coats. A balanced assortment of outerwear ranges from classic naval silhouettes reimagined in lightweight bonded cotton and garment-dyed nylon, to a reversible bomber jacket hand-embroidered with a colourful military-inspired dragon motif, from a bright yellow seam-sealed anorak to the ultimate navy toggle coat. Sporty swimwear emblazoned with oversized floral and nautical prints and multi-coloured boat shoes round off the air of classic preppy style, whilst a full breadth of functional nylon and leather bags, rugged hiking boots and American-made moccasins complete the collection. Polo reinterprets colourful preppy sportswear for today’s man, blending casual classics with modern haberdashery pieces and bold technical outerwear – the quintessential summer wardrobe. Ralph Lauren f o r S p r i n g / S umme r 2 0 1 5