Tory Sport: Spring/Summer 2021
“For Spring/Summer 2021, we thought about spending time outdoors: hiking, walks, tennis and golf. Classic American sportswear — its straightforward simplicity, ease and Seventies sensibility — is filtered through memories of my summers spent at sleepaway camp in Maine, surrounded by nature: color-blocked down vests, elevated fleece layers, all-weather jackets and badge details. Joyful colors reflect excitement for the new season, and a sense of levity and playfulness carry through. Artisanal craft is infused with performance technology: Tie-dye techniques, from shibori to sunburst, color mix-and-match seamless workout sets. A muted retro plaid and a new flared silhouette update our signature tracksuits, while sunny wallpaper-floral leggings and a basketweave-patterned golf dress round out the print mix. The collection is finished with a confident and calming touch of lilac, inspired by the palette of pioneering abstract artist Hilma af Klint.” — Tory Burch
Color Palette: Blues and greens inspired by Tory’s summers hiking in Maine — rich conifer, bright moss, lake blue and navy — contrast with warm notes of golden yellow, scarlet and persimmon. Earth tones and utilitarian hues — oatmeal, khaki, ochre and olive — are offset by soft washed colors like buttercup and lilac.
Engineered Prints: Brand iconography — stripes, chevrons, color-blocking and florals — grounds the collection. A geometric monogram-inspired T graphic brings energy to our weightless workout sets, while a basketweave pattern and new takes on our signature watercolor tie-dye, from sunburst to shibori, nod to Seventies-era craftwork.
Fabrics & Techniques: Retro nostalgia meets modern functional materials: A color-block storm shell is seam-sealed, engineered to be water-tight and finished with vents for breathability. Yarn-dyed stripes and plaid add dimension to our signature track knits, while a structured mesh brings a sportswear spirit to the classic midi skirt. Luxurious heathered cashmere sweaters feature placed embroidery — birdie shapes for a touch of golf humor.
Silhouettes: Classic shapes are made new. The iconic Seventies flare is introduced in our soft and slimming double-knit track fabric. A capsule of sweatshirts and boxy graphic tees nod to the brand’s tomboy spirit, with a ‘hike’ insignia inspired by trail signs. Tory’s favorite tissue-weight long-sleeve is reissued in a range of prints, and an expanded tie-dye collection includes a lightweight tank and French terry joggers. As always, there is a focus on mix-and-match layering.