CHRISTINE ALCALAY

Christine Alcalay Suiting, Knitwear and Occasion Wear

Christine Alcalay designs womenswear around tailoring, and wool suiting is the center of every collection. Double-breasted and peak-lapel blazers come in wool and tropical wool, cut to match tailored suit vests and trousers in the same pinstripes and plaids. Wide-leg wool trousers and flared and tapered pants can be worn as half of a full suit or as separates, so one jacket works across several outfits.

Alpaca does the work in colder months. Baby alpaca sweaters in tee shapes and crew necks are light enough to layer under a blazer, popcorn-knit cardigans add texture, and ribbed alpaca knit pants turn a sweater into a matching set. Brushed alpaca also goes into heavier coats meant for full winter.

Silk carries the evening and occasion side of the collection. Charmeuse blouses pair with matching charmeuse pants for a fluid set, silk velvet dresses hang with real weight, and the label's signature Audubon print appears on silk twill and organza. Chantilly lace and tapestry brocade bring texture to blouses and palazzo pants, while gloss faux leather gives midi skirts and dresses a sharper finish.

Weddings draw on both sides. A bridal pantsuit in wool suiting or matched silk separates gives a bride a formal look that moves easily through a long day, and Christine Alcalay's jumpsuits serve the same purpose as an alternative to the dress. Guests get the same option, since velvet palazzo pants with a lace blouse read as formally as a gown.

Christine Alcalay is one of our best-selling labels at KIWI, and its pieces cross easily between workwear and occasion dressing. A wool blazer that handles a week of workwear goes to a wedding with a silk blouse underneath, and the alpaca knits layer under the same tailoring when temperatures drop.