Off late, my curiosity for retail fashion segment has escalated like never before. It’s an industry where designers are thrust into an environment of controlled creativity; constraints that offer an unparalleled opportunity for innovation in quality and design. Louis Philippe is one of those few Indian retail brands which have consistently delivered for the evolving Indian gentleman’s quality and aesthetic preferences. I recently walked into the Louis Philippe store in Oberoi Mall, Goregaon for a preview of their latest AW13 collection and was greatly enthused with the contemporary, expressive and flamboyant clothing that was offered.

TRENDY

From tonal outfitting to bright details, the collection integrates the hottest trends of the season. The collection comes alive in cutaway shirt collars, speckled turtle neck sweaters and woollen scarves that are printed and woven in ethnic motifs. The colour palette consists of rich Bordeaux, ivy green, electric blue, mellow yellows and purples to jewel tones and classic greys.

AN EYE FOR DETAILS

Be it a simple highlight stitch on a subdued fabric or a strategically placed logo or a functional pocket or an elbow patch – the actual essence of any piece of clothing lies in details. Louis Philippe AW 2013 garments ranks high on quirky details that’ll make you want to own one.

SPORTY

One of the inspirations of Louis Philippe AW 2013 collection is circuit of the Americas, a motor racing circuit near Austin, Texas. This particular range is my personal favourite. The collection offers young and energetic sport shirts, racing inspired polo shirts, sport chinos and accessories in unpretentious vintage motorsport style.

DIVERSE WARDROBE

From classic suits to urban shirts inspired by active wear, Louis Philippe AW13 collection has something to offer for everybody. The collection boasts four different inspirations –

ACESSORIES

No look is complete without the right accessories. Louis Philippe offers a wide range of shoes, bags, ties, socks and other mens accessories thereby giving you an absolute shopping experience.

On that note, here is a bonus 6th point on why you should shop from Louis Philippe this season,

NO STALKERS

I was amused to not find those annoying store assistants who follow me everywhere like I’ve come to plant a bomb in their store! I could move around freely, take a good look at the collection and could always ask for help from the assistants when required.