There was a recent discussion on X about how, to this day, Gwyneth Paltrow’s Donna Karan plays out of the film Great expectations still needs to be renewed to the exact fit and quality of the original. Look no further than Sarah Staudinger’s spring collection. Although the film wasn’t the designer’s inspiration, this season she used the simple jersey fabric to create perfectly styled looks that deliver the ’90s touch the world craves. “The jersey group was all about the pre-styled pieces that make layering easy. It’s not just black and white; instead you get a pop of color,” she explained. “We did variations on color blocking, and you can actually just wear these pieces and make them dress up or down, and it’s really easy.”
It wasn’t just the jersey pieces that were effortless in Staudinger’s collection, but also the leather trousers that were loose and roomy, perfect for summer evenings. They can be styled with a chic knit, as in the lookbook, or with a vintage T-shirt. Staud’s swimwear even appeared in the form of board shorts. As with any Staud collection, the accessories were the highlights. The classic Timmy shoulder bag was given a beaded rework and a new mesh tote was added to the club. It even has an inside pocket for the stuff you want to hide, and magnet details so you can keep it in place.