THEYSKENS THEORY (New York) Printed Silk Dress

Stand out at your next party in Theyskens’ Theory’s sophisticated yet bold look. Expertly tailored from a luscious printed fabric, the well-placed partially split side seams offer just a slight peek of skin above the slant pockets.

Keep accessories simple to focus attention on the contemporary cut and abstract print — think black heeled sandals and a white clutch.

(RRP US$425)

THEYSKENS' THEORY (New York) Cutout Maxi Dress

Be the envy of every fashionista with Theyskens’ Theory printed silk maxi!

Along with a dynamic print, this alluring piece features cutout sides and a cape-like overlay— and handy pockets, too— that will make the fluid design a fresh and fabulous choice for your next event.

Simply add sleek black accessories (strappy heels, clutch) to ground the look.

(RRP US$695)



THEYSKENS' THEORY (New York) Printed Shorts

This season, printed tailored shorts are having a serious sartorial moment, so tap the trend with this elegant pair from NYC label Theyskens’ Theory.

Styled with a sharp blazer and skyscraper platforms, this pair will let you stand out from the cocktail crowd.

For a Saturday date with friends, they’ll add instant hip appeal to a white lace blouse and colour-pop sandals.

(RRP US$375)

Check out cool-girl model Colinne Michaelis taking a turn in the shorts (down the Theyskens’ Theory SS12 runway) at 2 minutes 3 seconds in:-

Whether subtle or graphic, printed shorts are making a strong statement this season.

Swoon Alert! THEYSKENS' THEORY Printed Silk Dress

We know, it’s been raining out lately -- what better way to brighten your day than with a little dress that’s utter perfection?

Loose-fitting with a tantilizing sheer back-panel and a nonchalant urban-cool aesthetic, this Theyskens’ Theory number is the outfit answer to any rainy day blahs!

(RRP US$595 / £405)

THEORY Printed Sleeveless Top

This season is all about fresh, fun, freeing pieces -- and this Theory look flaunts just that. Styled with an energetic, vintage-ish geometric print and a pretty pintucked bib, this lightweight top flutters gently away from your figure for a flattering fit. Wear it to work with a blazer and pumps, then ditch the layer and switch to capris and flat sandals for weekend brunch.
(RRP US$225)


Or team with bright shorts for a jolt of stylish colour!

THEYSKENS' THEORY Sheer Blouse

Representative of Theory's tried and true reputation of traditional contemporary wear, the sheer button-down cap sleeve blouse gets a punch-up with more fashion-forward touches by Olivier Theyskens, the Belgian design genius known for his sophistication and chic individualism. Team this Theyskens' Theory design -with its longer, curved hem at back- with slim-leg chinos and platform wedges for effortless Left Bank style at work, or wear it to parties with tailored shorts and super-high sandals.
(RRP US$250)

New Brand Alert! THEYSKENS' THEORY

Olivier Theyskens (the Belgian-born "dark angel of Paris fashion") shot to stardom at 21 when Madonna wore his epic coat-dress to the 1998 Oscars. After stints at Rochas and Nina Ricci (wildly acclaimed but didn't stick - the “demicouture” pieces were too pricey), the designer at long last reemerged to unveil a capsule collection for Theory, the massively successful, quintessential working-woman label that’s never had a designer personality spearheading it - and he just might finally have found his footing.
"My vision was to make a wardrobe of cool clothes to wear if I was a cool girl", is how Theyskens describes Theyskens' Theory. Living up to the hype, the designer has delivered a parade that contains practically all those pieces you have searched for, but probably rarely found: work-appropriate clothes with that cool, contemporary, comfortable and sexy factor.

Pieces from Theyskens’ Theory primarily use premium fabrics and display a clear knack for sharp, imaginative tailoring. The collection also retails for over 20% more than Theory’s main collection (still a fraction of what his designs once went for at Rochas and Nina Ricci), but it’s been such a sublime hit --customers reportedly blew through the Spring delivery at Bloomingdale's-- that Theyskens has now been appointed artistic director of the entire company.


Theyskens’ urbane take on the blouse features a notched back collar - a technique which gives the piece a unique shrugged shape. Worn with a demure camisole, there's nothing more posh. Then push up the tapered sleeves and loosely tuck in over skinny combat, denim or smartly tailored trousers. (RRP US$285)