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It’s a new year, we haven fallin’ over the cliff….yet………… so lets hope this is an omen of good things to come! As you all know, through your clever detective work, and the help of GODFREAkos’ sneak peeks….. on Jan.7th, at the stroke of 12 midnight, I will be presenting my first TSV in quite a few years. I will be having two shows….at 12:00am [midnight] and 10:00am. The TSV is a jacket and along with the jacket there will be a scoop neck short sleeve sweater in all of the colors the jacket will be in…… plus a pencil skirt [in all of the colors] and a pant in ivory, black and navy to mix and match. However, before I sneak peek the TSV there are lots of new items that will be shown on both shows.

A231143, is the RAYON /SPAN tunic above. It has a draped cowl neck which is extremely flattering and showcases lots of necklaces such as the 18 inch LOVE KNOTS, the LINEA gold chain necklaces and new necklaces still to come. The top has long sleeves that are beautifully ruched and very appropriate for this design. There is a raised seam from which the asymmetrical skirt hangs. It is not as high as an empire seam, but it gives extra length to the skirt which creates an elongating effect. It is approx 31- 32 inches  to its’ longest point. The colors are saturated as only a rayon fabric can dye………………………they are………………..RUBY………………….LIMOGES BLUE……………………BLACK………… This is definitely a three seasons top for most and for some….even  four seasons. Wear it dressed up with a pencil skirt or slim plants, leggings, jeggings…..and if you are tall enough a long slim skirt and boots. Jeans look great with all three colors. Come spring, Capri leggings [I will have a pair coming] or Capri pants with wonderful sandals will look very chic. Again, for my travelers………..this will pack to nothing and is practically wash and wear. This top has a LOT OF GLAMOR and very little FUSS. It is super flattering on all sizes and the skirt covers exactly what needs to be or doesn’t need to be, which ever the case. I know this will find a place in many of your closets……………………………………………ENJOY….much Love….Louis

I hope 2013 is a WONDERFUL year for all of us………we are all over due for a good one!!!!

“December Sneak Peek #5”, is A230030, an ABSTRACT PRINT top. The jersey fabric is 96% RAYON  and 4% SPANDEX, and is very soft against the skin…….almost like powder. If you own my draped top in the Violet, Teal or Black….. you will know what I mean. Abstract as well as digital prints are the most CURRENT TRENDS in printing. For me it’s adding another texture to the mix of fabrics and colors. The top is 26 inches long and has long sleeves. The V-neck stars at the center back with stitched down pleats which release at the shoulder. This gives a beautiful drape down the front, but it is not overdone. It also gives a little extra room if you are larger on top. As you can see from the photos…..it looks great simply worn out, or belted. It also looks good tucked in if you should want to try it worn that way…..especially with the matching skirt [next Sneak Peek]. For my travelers…..this is easy to pack, and it is practically wash and wear. This is also for those among you who are not particularly “print people”, but are always looking for something to accent  your solid pieces………this is it……………The colors are ………………………GREY…………..CHOCOLATE……………COBALT……………….This piece will be on December 27th on Q Check with Amy Stran…………………………..enjoy…………much Love, Louis

“December Sneak Peek #6” is A230031,  the ABSTRACT PRINT SKIRT. The PRINT and RAYON/SPANDEX fabric is the same as A230030, which gives you the ability of wearing the two pieces as a DRESS. This is a pull-on skirt with a full elastic waist band. Please note that the waist band, though it does stretch, is kept flat where the front pleats are. The skirt is 34 inches long. The pleats lay very flat adding no bulk, but they do add drape and sweep to the skirt giving the skirt beautiful movement. As I said above, wear it with the matching top or with a variety of pieces you already own…..from the white cotton KATE shirt to any black or white top you have in the closet. I have paired the gray skirt with a sleeveless mock neck WK sweater and the matching WK cardigan [coming this early spring] worn over the shoulder for a great spring/summer look…..a pair of sandals, a great bag, big black sunglasses, a belt if you want,  a black tote….and you’re done. Again, the colors are………………………….GREY…………………..COBALT…………………….CHOCOLATE…………………..all are great colors……….and this skirt will also be on Dec. 27, on Q Check with Amy Stran………………………….enjoy, Love, Louis

“December Sneak Peek # 4” is A230028, a GAUZE CARDIGAN. This is a very SPECIAL PIECE for many reasons. First, look in your closet…..do you have anything like it? Chances are the answer is NO. A true BOUTIQUE item. This is a wonderful new fabric for me………it is a crepe gauze……sheer, but not too sheer. You can see in many of the above pictures the sheer effect at the hem of the garment. The photo in the lower left, of the black gauze, shows perfectly the texture and sheerness of the fabric. This cardigan has a V-neckline with one single fabric loop and DTM button. It has  an uneven hem…..longer in the front…..shorter in the back. The front….from the HPS to the front point measures 37 inches, while the back measures approx. 31 inches. It has long sleeves and the bodice has princess seams……front and back. The fabric is 99% polyester and 1 % span, but there is a lot of natural stretch to the fabric. I must say, I am constantly surprised at what is being accomplished with polyester yarns. The yarn can take on many different characters. I used a fabric very similar to this at Anne Klein, but it was 100% fine wool gauze….very expensive and had to be dry cleaned. There is very little difference between the two and this is washable. The colors are ……………COBALT…………..BLACK…………. You may look at this and say….this is a want…not a need…..maybe so, but isn’t it the “wants” that make your wardrobe interesting!!??………Also, this is a garment that is truly SEASON-LESS. Wear it as soon as you get it…..in a variety of ways and for any occasion. It dresses up a white shirt and jeans,….wear it open and flowing for a more casual attitude. Wear it with a turtle neck or jewel neck sweater and a pair of slim leg pants, and it becomes  a great outfit for work. Pair it with a tank and pencil skirt, some fabulous accessories, and it’s perfect for any special event. When spring and summer return, again wear it with a tank or a sleeveless mock neck [coming as part of the new WK group], and a pair of leggings or Capri pants ………. sandals……..big sunglasses and a woven shoulder bag…..can you look  any more chic than that? It is the ultimate cardigan to throw over a slim….. black….. sleeveless dress. For my petite ladies do not be afraid of the length…….because of the gauzy fabric….it is not overwhelming, but has a gossamer quality ……It is also an extremely flattering cardigan, because it just flows over the body and conceals the lower figure ………Just maybe….a garment like this should move from the WANT category to the NEED column!………………..This cardigan will be on the December 27th, morning show at 6am with Pat and Jane………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….

……………………………………….Enjoy your Christmas Eve………………..much Love, Louis