Tory Burch Pre-Fall 2022 – WWD

“I really like to think about the concept of reality and then the dream,” explained Tory Burch during a preview of her pre-fall collection. “The reality of how women want to dress and versatility. I wanted to play with proportion through form and body with a combination of fabrics that block color and keep this very light and airy feel. Then there’s the versatility – just the idea of ​​wearing things in different ways. “

Spring picnic plaits with emphasis on the waist and uplifting, handcrafted and refined overalls on feminine wear continue to shine through the pre-fall in combinations. eerie between dreamy summer light and laid-back neutrals.

The modest cotton has been transformed into skirts and dresses complete with a corset-inspired printed halter waist. For example, there’s a one-shoulder black dress with delicate lacing detailing to reveal the lace-up, cut and dyed waist and shoulders, a lilac camisole with hooks and eyes or an overall pleated and plaid holiday dress. Feminine colors and print separations – structured, effortless skirts and plain blouses – are added to the idea with a versatile, mixable and matchable dress.

“I also wanted a subtle beauty of details where not everything was obvious. As you look at the outfits, you’ll notice more and more attention to detail,” she noted of the tightly edited outfit, adding, “Take the idea of ​​the classic and twist it. . For the last few years, I’ve become obsessed with the concept of these long-lived puzzle pieces. I really like to have things you can build and layer into your wardrobe. It doesn’t have to be about a specific time, but it has to be timeless.”

In a similar fashion, colorful technical knits are layered and twisted for look while a dye-dipped cashmere yarn crafted into a shape reminiscent of ruffles, is gathered and placed. in the architectural silver hardware bust, as seen on a linen and cotton poplin skirt with a mauve shirt, beige skirt, and slit belt with a plaid pattern.

The knit is also offered as a straight crew-neck or as a long, elevated dress, complementing the brand’s classic American sportswear, day and night appeal coupled with the fabrics. Lightweight preppy knit, notable graphics with melted logo motifs and contrasting knit dress colors. The ideas are equally familiar and fresh through the applied proportions and bold color scheme.

Accessories complete the collection with architectural and handcrafted touches on handbags (structured, collapsible leather bags and textured mushroom bags), belts, shoes (available with T-heels) and metal jewelry (playful toad earrings and pendants).

Overall, Burch’s before autumn the collection sent out a message of optimism and femininity, with a hands-on approach to dressing and the right amount of handcrafted, uplifting details.