BEENE Geoffrey (Designer)

The model's pleated trousers are "not too wide, not too narrow" and the perfect coat to throw over it is a "trench coat in beige cotton". With their soft wrapping and pared-down functionality. Beene's creations were the epitome of simple elegance. While his dresses were sometimes seen as the American version of couture, Beene was ultimately a designer with a sportswear sensibility and a focus on comfort. Comfort was paramount and had been since his label was launched in 1963. His first collections used an easy fit for clothes designed for active women. He often worked with humble materials, including cotton piqué and sweatshirt fleece. Beene freely borrowed from menswear _collections included vests and ties_ whilst the West met the East in his use of quilting, obi belts and layering. In honour of his legacy, the Council of Fashion Designers of America created the Geoffrey Beene Lifetime Achievement Award. 

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