In the world of sportswear, impeccably-tailored woven shirts in contrasting electric colors could only mean one thing: Robert Graham. Drawn to fashion at a young age, especially by the detailed Savile Row style of his father’s dress shirts Robert Stock (creator of Robert Graham), is no fashion novice. 2008 marks the 8th anniversary of the launch of Robert Graham, as well as Stock’s 40th year in the fashion industry (he was named the 1982 Knitwear Designer of the Year and 1989 American Men’s Sportswear Designer)!
For Robert Graham, “First came the shirt—then the buzz, and more shirts, and a groundswell of fans and admirers.” With distribution in high-end stores around the country, Robert Graham is expected to become one of the first iconic American fashion brands of the 21st century. How can you spot a Robert Graham? Easy. First, look for Stock’s signature (and single-handedly created) sand washed silk. Second, unique, unreserved juxtapositions of colors, patterns, and prints. Graham combines the finest imported fabrics to produce exquisite details on collars, cuffs, side V-tabs, and plackets. In addition to contrasting prints and solids, Graham employs stylized embroidery to tie together his aesthetic masterpieces. The overall effect? A totally cohesive fashion statement. Of his creations, Stock says, “I sense that the emotions I experience when designing Robert Graham products are similar to the emotions people have when wearing them. Expressing yourself without reservation, without explanation, just feeling confident.”
Lastly, Robert Graham inspires knowledge, wisdom, and truth—literally. Influenced by cultures around the world, as well as the global affairs that face us all, Graham items feature the message “Knowledge, Wisdom, Truth,” sewn into each garment (sometimes hidden and sometimes obvious). Like mini art instillations, these three words are meant to evoke individual meanings for each individual who reads and wears them.
For more information and store locator, visit robertgraham.us. Fall Men’s and Women’s collection available at shop.nordstrom.com. ~ Alexandra Goldstein
