In a move far more fitting for the current business climate Quiksilver has teamed up with Sydney-based fashion designer Sam Elsom to create a limited run of “luxurious, hand-tailored garments for men,” including a suit. When the market’s in shambles go upscale.
The elsom suit is expected to retail for about $1200. The elsom collection will be distributed for sale internationally via Quiksilver shops and will be available as of March 2009. . . Quiksilver’s Men’s designer Ryan Scanlon said he was excited about the collaboration.. . . “Sam (Elsom) is renowned for the understated beauty and simplicity he brings to fashion and his dedication to sourcing the highest quality sustainable textiles is unwavering,” he said.
Wonder what the margins are on this effort?
[Link: News.com.au]
