Organic by John Patrick - Resort 2012

Organic by John Patrick was launched in Brooklyn, New York in 2007. John Patrick originally made a small collection in 2003 using organic bedsheets as his fabric, due to the lack of organic materials. So, Patricl developed fabrics, embroideries and accessories in Lima, Peru, and showcased his organic collection at the Vendome, Paris in 2005.  With a perspective that the collection must be durable to ensure longevity, John Patrick works with Vermont wool, flax and recycled natural materials, and has also experimented with Amazonian “jungle cotton” – a hit with his Japanese clientele, but too ‘rough’ for most Westerners. Patrick has a keen following in Japan, with a special affinity to the Japanese aesthetic. The latest collection launch in New York, invited attendees take an adventurous journey to the unknown, along with the designer.  According to John Patrick, the collection is a metaphor for the journey our planet is on.  Incorporating unexpected elements alongside the classic, timeless pieces he has become known for, the collection includes design made from repurposed vintage materials, drawing attention to the planets limited natural resources, and his long time commitment to sustainability and ethics.

(Top Left - Bottom Right)

• The first look involves a long sleeved crew neck top, with horizontal black and white stripes and leather elbow patches. Very effortless and shabby without the feeling of laziness. The model is also wearing matching tan leather hotpants, very simple and clean shape.
• The second model is seen wearing a brown long sleeved shirt underneath a cotten basic tee. The model is also wearing what looks like a pvc material shorts in lime yellow.
• The third model is wearing a light brown cotten tee with small splits up each side, with a lime yellow longsleeved top underneath with excess material towards the lower back. She is also wearing White straight leg cotten trousers.
• The final model is wearing a brown long sleeved shirt dress with extended lower back of material with an orange long sleeve cotten tee.

John Patrick manages to easily give the impression of effortless yet eco-friendly style. So you can look good, but also feel good about what you are wearing!