…………………….A New Year had begun! January was not considered a good month to bring in many new things, because women had just finished spending lots of money over the Holidays, and the credit card bills would be coming. It was also very early for women, even in the south, to think about “spring” dressing. However, this was the time slot I was given so that was that……..There were two reorders, the poet tunic shirt and the crepe blazer. Pale Sand and Pale Lavender were repeats and BLACK was the new added color to the blazer. To go along with the blazer a new tank and crepe pants were added to coordinate with the jacket…..The lace “embroidered” sweaters were introduced, and were to become a big hit. We tried using real lace, but the way the lace was positioned on the sweater it was impossible to find a lace that could conform to the shapes needed. Elaine had a brainstorm…”let’s do the lace in embroidery”. It worked beautifully, and each lace pattern and shape was designed by Elaine’s studio to fit the sweater perfectly. When I saw the sample I couldn’t tell it wasn’t real lace. It was actually better than using real lace! We initially did the sweater in black, blush and aqua……”WHISPER KNIT” had now become an official “REGISTERED” name. The ballet neck 3/4 sleeve was a wonderful flattering addition. It was done in ivory, navy and red……..The georgette paisley print came in two styles….a scoop neck peasant type blouse and a six gored skirt with inserted godets. It was avail. in nude pink, black and lavender multi, and looked great with the reorder blazer.
Those little lace cardigans are some of my very favorites. I have every color you made and, like all Linea, have withstood the test of time. The godet skirts look good with those sweaters, too.