New Resources Guide: Mr. Larkin
New label Mr. Larkin combines an organic aesthetic with eco-#8232;friendly fabrics and fashion-forward architectural shapes.
“I’m really inspired by architecture and architectural clothing, but I find that sometimes it’s extremely hard to wear,” said designer Casey Larkin. “So I wanted to put a feminine touch to it.”
The San Francisco–based designer created a mixture of salable, easy-to-wear pieces, such as off-the-shoulder knit tops and stirrup leggings, and more avant-garde fashion pieces, such as a jumper made with inverted pleats that create an exaggerated silhouette. She incorporated vintage bugle beads into neck pieces and used vintage metal paillettes for embellishments.The collection includes organic cotton, silk, bamboo and a soybean/cashmere blend. The designer also uses Cupro, a cotton byproduct, and milk fiber, which has antibacterial properties, a gauze-like hand and a beautiful drape. Natural dyes are made from berries, seeds and leaves.
Boutiques including Feature, Whispers, H. Lorenzo and Maxine in the Los Angeles area and Clary Sage Organics in San Francisco have picked up the line. The collection is also sold on the Internet at eco boutique Beklina (www.beklina.com). —N. Jayne Seward
Contact: sales@mrlarkin.net
Wholesale Price Points: $38–$362
