A for Akris

Akris is a European design label that offer long, chic clothing.  I don’t have any of their clothes yet, but what I’ve tried on are LONG.  The clothes are available at major retail stores, or online at Nordstrom or Bergdorf Goodman.

 Check out the 2008 Fall Collection at: http://www.style.com/fashionshows/collections/F2008RTW/review/AKRIS

 

In Theory… Tall is beautiful

That’s right, in Theory, Tall is Beautiful.  In reality, being tall can sometime be a major headache–especially when shopping.  Theory, the clothing design label offered in most of the top NY stores, takes away the headache.  They don’t offer “Long” sizes, but most of the pants will fit someone who is 5′10″ or 5′11″ (that leaves me out, unless the pants have cuffs–which they sometimes have). 

Theory’s web site is interesting.  You cannot buy from them directly online, although its clothes may be available at other online retailers.  At the Theory site you can see how the clothes look together with a drag and drop feature.  There is also a blog with such catagories as fashion, music, culture, green, lifestyle, design and media.  Check Theory out at:  www.theory.com

 

Hardtail, hard to resist…

 

Hardtail, the California-based, fashionable sportswear company, is well-known for its long inseam sweat pants. Their classic stretch-sweatpant design has a “roll” top, which folds at the waistband to accommodate any leg-length. In jeans, I need a 37-inch inseam, and Hardtail sweats fit me perfectly! They’re the perfect pants for a yoga class at the gym, a shopping day with the girls, or dashing around doing errands. The line is available at Bloomingdales.  Pants prices range from $40-$60, and come in a variety of colors. www.hardtailforever.com

 

Zara

Zara is a clothing store from Spain that offers stylish but reasonably-priced clothes.  It has several stores in New York City and keeps inventory levels low so that new styles can be brought in on a regular basis.  While Zara does not specifically offer tall sizes, the pant lengths tend to run long. 

I have to run.   I’m going to Zara for a weekend outfit.

Anthropologie gets A+

Anthropologie, the clothing retailer owned by “Urban Outfitters, Inc.” offers stylish, “high-end casual clothing.” The brand appeals to a wide demographic of women, offering affordably priced “unique” pieces; “bohemian,” “embroidered,” and “embellished” outfits that are suitable for work, shopping, errands, and lounging. The styles are modestly tailored, and are popular among teenagers and women through their thirties. Like Urban, Anthropologie, or “Anthro” as it is often referred to, sells pieces from several dozen brand, and often features up-and-comers. What’s more, is that Anthro now offers “Tall” sizes online, offering several pant cuts that have 36.5 inch inseams. The pants are available in several cuts and fabrics, and start at $88.   Check it out at:  www.anthropologie.com

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