RUNWAY: Banana Republic S/S 2010

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To say I was impressed by Banana’s spring/summer collection would be an overstatement. Yet what it lacks in originality it makes up for in breezy classics that exude that effortless style. That aesthetic is best expressed in variated denim with deconstructed finishes and streamlined fits,  lightweight khaki in the form of slim cargo skirts and culottes, boyfriend blazers, and versatile  materials like japanese silk and organic cotton.

The relaxed vibe is also prevalent throughout the accessories: leather cross-body bags, heeled wooden clogs, suede desert boots and boat shoes. It’s a collection that definitely reads “refined American sportswear”, and is something I would look forward to wearing once spring comes back around. Although I would’ve like to see something more progressive, Banana does what it does best–trendy, modern classics that are easily intergratable into any wardrobe.