It's In The Knit!

Proenza Schouler Fall 2011
Photo from Style.com

  I really like crochet clothing, and fortunately for me, it was all over the fall shows! I mean Christopher Kane did entire suits out of the crafty fabric, and at Proenza Schouler they mixed a few different handmade elements into their show, showing Native American wovens next to amazing bright crocheted skirts. When I was young a friend of mine had a crocheted bikini, and we went to the community pool in NYC, needless to say the vintage piece wasn't lined, and after small amount of time in the water, it started to stretch and sag. It was really funny, but lesson learned for her!
  I am sure the newer designer versions of the knit are more durable, and for fall, the pieces aren't swim wear! Even J. Crew has a couple pieces if you want to try the look out without the investment. A sweet little sweater, with a soft skirt would be super cute, and at $188 it is an easy way to dip your toes with out diving in, and coming out naked...