American Riviera Pants.
In the struggle for status, the French have drubbed us
soundly around the ego with Cap D’Antibes and St. Tropez. The Italians with
Portofino. The Uruguayans with Punte del Este.
Shall I continue?
It’s time to
draw a line in the sand.
America has its own “riviera.” In fact, by Webster’s
definition, several. Newport. Palm Beach. La Jolla. Hilton Head. Balboa. Boca
Raton. The Hamptons.
Any woman who spends balmy days in such places will
appreciate how these American Riviera Pants address two very American
preoccupations: having long legs and a great tan.
The fabric is soft, cool
linen, lined in linen, with a net weight that hangs well. The cut is long and
clean, no pockets or other details to interrupt proceedings. This ingenious
combination emphasizes the length of a woman’s legs both in motion and in
delicious repose.
As for the tan business, let’s just say that the linen here
is so white, so luminous, that even if you only spend a sensible time in the
sun, you’ll look like someone who sails between Sachem Head and Sea
Island.
American Riviera Pants (No. 1328),
with long, thin drawstring and high-rising zip fly (a nautical look). Elastic
insets at back waist. Fetching V-notches at cuffs. The self-fabric lining not
only makes for beautiful flow and drape but cures the see-throughs without
resorting to sticky acetate.
Women’s sizes: XS, S, M, L.
Color: White,
White with Wheat stripe.
(NB: Pants are also legal to wear in St. Raphaël, if
you wish.)
