American archetypes collide with bold design sensibilities in the Tommy Hilfiger x Richard Quinn collaboration. Co-designed by American lifestyle brand Tommy Hilfiger and British designer Richard Quinn, recipient of the inaugural Queen Elizabeth II Award for British Design in 2018, the capsule collection fuses the codes of both brands.
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Quinn’s signature use of patterned textiles and exaggerated silhouettes meets Tommy Hilfiger’s interpretation of American classics, from the varsity jacket and five-pocket jeans to chinos and leather jackets. Inspired by an array of cultural subtypes including punks, explorers, cheerleaders, and jocks, the 40-piece collection is designed to serve as a celebration of individual style.
The newly launched TH Monogram, created by British illustrator and graphic designer Fergus Purcell, meets Quinn’s signature daisy design, with puffer jackets, pea coats, athletic backpacks, and hold-alls decked out in the resultant fusion print.
A varsity jacket blends collegiate style with Quinn’s daisy motif, while tailored pieces in Scottish tartan are adorned with English roses. Experimental mismatching and shifts in the scale of prints used work to create visual interest, while luxurious textiles like printed velour and high-density twill keep the collection elevated.
“I’ve always been inspired by working with creatives who push boundaries, and Richard is no exception,” said designer Tommy Hilfiger, founder of the eponymous brand. “We’ve brought together our two distinct aesthetics to create a rebellious take on modern Prep. It’s unexpected and optimistic, and reflects the playful spirit at the heart of both our brands.”
“Tommy and I share the same obsession for prints and textiles, so it was a natural joy to balance and combine our visions for this collaboration,” added Richard Quinn. “It was inspiring to dive into Tommy’s archives and find the iconic pieces that became the canvases for our co-creation.”
The Tommy Hilfiger x Richard Quinn capsule collection is available via the Tommy Hilfiger webstore.
Words by Esmé Duggan
