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………………….There were four new styles for Sept. 11 and some “essentials” sold on line only……The jacket at the lower left was an upscale sophisticated “Barn Jacket”…..more Burberry than Macy’s. It was in a casual fabric that had a dull sheen. I had the fabric quilted in a classic diamond pattern. .It had a stand collar and snaps down the front , on the sleeves and one at each side of the curved side seam. It had flap pockets and an optional tie belt. The jacket had body seams from the shoulder to the hem which gave the jacket a nice gentle shape. Another very special detail which really made this barn jacket special was the faux suede piping…..The shirt next to the barn jacket was in a faux charmuse It had a button stand collar and a button front with a classic sleeve and cuff. It came with a separate oblong scarf that could be used as an ascot……..The riding jacket above had beautiful detailing. It was made in a beautiful smooth gaberdine which was great for tailoring.It had a high notch collar and lapel. I can’t remember what the contrast collar was made of…..either velvet or faux suede. It had princess seams and body seams from the shoulder to the hem. The jacket had a four button front and a cut away bottom The jacket was shaped. On either side of all seams was a top stitch aprox 1/8 inch. This gave the jacket a super tailored look. It had button flaps , but the actual pockets were in the seams.. It came in RED and FAWN, a very pale riding beige. The collars were brown on the fawn and either brown or black in the red…….This was and is a great looking jacket!………..The next skirt was a two tier pull-on lurex skirt. It had fine ribs  that gave the illusion of micro pleats when it hung. The colors were gunmetal and antique gold. It was a terrific Holiday skirt that could be worn with so many things…..sweaters, blouses, embroidered or sequin tops etc. etc.  In the following month there would be a matching peasant top avail.