……………………Separates are pieces that stand alone, and can be worn with other items of clothing you may already own…….When those separates pieces are all in the same fabric and color, in this case the EVERY NEED RIB WHISPER KNIT, and can be worn together…..it’s a BONUS! There are THREE NEW WHISPER KNIT items coming to you……..a SHORT OPEN FRONT CARDIGAN, a SLEEVELESS MOCK NECK TUNIC, and a new PENCIL SKIRT.These three pieces add up to the “Layering Game”. Layering clothes is a tricky thing. It has to be well thought out, and the proportions have to be RIGHT……When layering a short piece over a longer piece….then over a bottom, the LENGTH and SHAPE of each piece must be precise. The fact that they are all in the same color helps a lot, and enables many women, who could find this challenging, a much easier way to wear it. On top of all that I will be offering a new CONTROL TOP TIGHT, A343938, in colors to complete the look, and give you that column of color…..Do NOT let these tights slip through your fingers!!!! They are ESSENTIAL to complete many looks that are still to come….Remember, you can wear these pieces as a complete outfit, or separate the pieces and wear them with other things…….I have tried to illustrate this by showing you the matching outfit on the left, and then separating the pieces using Ivory garments many of you have in your closets…..an ivory tank, skirt and pant…….Think of all the possibilities this one Navy Cardigan will afford you wearing it over all of the shirts, tops, tanks, and dresses, both long and short, you already own……This cardigan is the piece you are always looking for, but can never quite find the right one……This may solve many of you dressing problems…….I WOULD LIKE TO SAY THAT ALL THREE PIECE WILL BE OFFERED AT ONCE, but unfortunately that is not happening, so as they appear on different shows please remember that they are THREE COORDINATING PIECES. The MOCK NECK TUNIC will be the first to appear on my August 22nd, QVC2 1:00pm show. Even though the three pieces won’t be offered at this time I will be showing them all together so you can see them. All the pieces should be avail. this month and will probably be on my August 29th, 10am QVC1 show, but I’m not sure of that either?????………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..
A343029, The SLEEVELESS MOCK NECK TUNIC, will be the first item of the trio to be sold on my August 22nd, 1:00pm QVC2 show……This is a great layering piece! I can think of so many jackets and cardigans, and outwear this will work under that, for me, it’s an essential……It is made in my MED. WEIGHT ENR WK as all the pieces are…..so it lays and skims over the body PERFECTLY….The tunic is approx. 28 inches long for the xxs. It has a PERFECT HEIGHT MOCK NECK……..not too high and not too low…….It has generous side slits, that due to the ENR, lay PERFECTLY. We made sure that the armhole was just right. If for some reason some of you find the armhole bigger then you would like…..consider this….If you are large on top it may be your bosom that is pushing the stretchy “ribbed knit” forward making the armhole look big…..just a thought…..We are always so careful when fitting sleeveless garments to make sure there is enough coverage for bras etc.
A343031, is the OPEN FRONT CARDIGAN, shown above in LINEA NAVY. It has long sleeves and a band that goes around the neck and down the front KIMONO style. There are no buttons or pockets. I wanted the cardigan to be CLEAN, and not conflict with any accessories you may choose……It is a blank canvass….Above, I have chosen the new “HARP” necklace. It is approx. 23 inches long for the XXS. It lays on the body beautifully and is very well balanced……….This is a must have piece, not only to complete the SOFT SUIT above, but it can take on double duty as the perfect cover up for so many pieces you already own. Think of ALL THE DRESSES [like the new WK dress, A343147/A343149, already getting GREAT REVIEWS] and tops, both printed and solid, that you could use a simple cardigan over. The length of this cardigan makes it perfect to wear over dresses with out being overwhelming, and not covering the entire dress. Over all of your sleeveless tops it’s a must have…..Of course over the longer Mock Neck sleeveless tunic it is a wonderfully MODERN look……The LINEA NAVY is the perfect year round cardigan………
A343131/A343133, is the new WK, ENR PENCIL SKIRT……a must have. The lengths will be approx. 25 inches for the Reg. This is a standard length for pencil skirts. All of my Anne Klein basic pencil skirts were always done at 25 inches. The PETITE skirt will be approx. 22 inches. Now, that isn’t to say a taller women can’t buy the shorter skirt and likewise the shorter woman can’t buy the longer skirt for two totally different looks. I know Jac would have bought the 22 inch skirt. That’s the length Jac liked, and had the legs to wear it. If you don’t have the legs….that is what the OPAQUE CONTROL TOP TIGHTS ARE FOR!!!…..So, you may ask what is different about this WK pencil from all the others? Really….NOTHING, except this time we are offering a petite length which I PUSHED FOR!!!!!!!!! This skirt does have a back slit created with two narrow tubular strips going down the back on either side of the slit to give it a nice finish and enough substance so it always lays smoothly. It is a subtle finish, one that I have used on long WK skirts, like the reorder coming. This is a detail you only find on more expensive garments because it is an extra step……..more labor, and uses more yarn, but IMHO well worth it. It’s a sign of QUALITY…………….The skirt will be avail in NAVY and PORT ONLY! I wanted more colors, but this is a TRIAL because of the petite length. If it sells well be sure that more colors will come…………………enjoy……………………………much Love………………………………..Louis
Louis, You are so right about layering. It takes time and a critical eye to get it just right. You’ve made it easy with this fabulous group. What a fantastic silhouette too. Thank you for the kimmono style cardi. Seems to be something I just cannot get enough of, especially in WK. Now to stalk the Q ’till it is posted. The game is afoot! (Yeah, I’m watching too much Sherlock lately. 😀)
Hi Louis,
Is the open front cardigan also an ENR?
Regards,
Chris
Yes Chris….all of the pieces are ENR
Thank you, thank you, thank you!!! Love all of your classic whisper knits! These separates truly are spectacular. Thank you, Louis! You’re the best!!
NAVY…Swoon! Thank you for offering these pieces in this year-round color choice. I will buy the black and the port, of course, but I’m betting I wear that navy the most.
You really are a navy girl!
Dear Ceiei……at this point in our lives it’s not about what we need…..we really don’t need much but the basics…….it’s not what we need….it’s what makes us happy that’s truly important…..we all deserve it!
You are so right, Louis. Thank you for reminding me.
Louis, I absolutely LOVE your Whisper Knit! Will purchase the Tunic and Cardigan in all colours! The Skirt is too short for me – but have all the longer WK Skirts – and WK Pants! The colours you chose are perfect! I normally don’t wear Navy – but I love Linea Navy because it is a deep dark Navy.
Seka.
Seka…..how tall are you? A 25 inch skirt is a classic length, and with opaque tights it makes a difference. You can even wear it lower very comfortably……not pushing, just want to explore all bases.
Louis, I am 5’9” – the shortest length for a Skirt that I’ll wear is 27”. But you mention the following about the WK Skirt: “This skirt does have a back slit created with two narrow tubular strips going down the back on either side of the slit to give it a nice finish and enough substance so it always lays smoothly. It is a subtle finish, one that I have used on long WK skirts, like the reorder coming.”
What reorder is coming, please – and in what colours?
I have commented many times – I don’t buy Eileen Fisher anymore – I buy Linea – and Whisper Knit!
Seka.
Louis, you make use of the ivory wk skirt in so many presentations, but I ordered the wrong size and lost out even though I quickly tried to reorder.. It was gone that quick. It is an indispensable and we need another go at it! Meanwhile, thank you for more ENR whisper knits.
Dear Teri….I know it’s not Whisper Knit, but the new Ponte White skirt coming in Jan. will be perfect with everything!
I am speechless. I want it all. I think your fall collection is going one of your best. Just when I think I really don’t need anything, you out do yourself and I can’t resist.