While not thought of as a summer fabric, tweed can add texture and breathe new life into traditional cuts, especially when worn off-season. In New York City over the weekend, designer Victoria Beckham demonstrated that the key to wearing the rich material is with a touch of whimsy.
Mrs. Beckham cut a lean figure in her tailored two-piece set and we appreciate the longer length of her jacket. Hitting just at the knee, it provides the ideal counterpoint for her cropped trousers, keeping things elegant and polished. A simple blouse acts as a neutralizing element to her vividly patterned palette. But the best part of Beckham s look is its versatility—we can t wait to see the designer slip the coat on with skinny jeans and a band tee for an off-duty moment, or amp up the femininity with a bow-blouse. Either way, this is one posh look.
Victoria Beckham finally tells us why she never smiles:
