Monday, August 14, 2006

NEW & NOTEWORTHY

PANTS FOR ALL


Fresh styles in denim hit Roots stores coast-to-coast

A range of denims have recently hit stores as part of the early fall jeans line for men and women.

For Women
Designed by Julie Power, Designer, Women’s wear, the denims for women come in different washed and unwashed styles. Made from 98% cotton and 2% spandex, good-quality stretch denim fabric, the pants come in different styles spanning the new style trends of the fall season. Featured below are the styles that hit stores recently:

APHRODITE JEAN - This triple dark women’s denim (meaning extra dark colour, no wash) features a slim fit. It includes narrow cut legs, and is often referred to as the Roots ‘skinny fit jean’. The style comes with a low rise and is sold in select Roots stores across Canada. Retail Price: $88

VENUS JEAN - This slim fit women’s jeans style is made from stretch denim and comes with a straight leg. It features a medium low rise and a subtle
wash giving it a distressed look. These details make this style a great alternative to the super skinny Aphrodite jean. Available in select stores in Canada, the Athena Jean is sold at retail price: $88

ATHENA JEAN - These medium dark rinse women’s jeans pants come with a subtle wash, a boot cut flare and a relaxed easy fit suiting all body types. It features a medium rise and is made from stretch denim. Sold in select stores a across Canada, the Athena Jean is available for: $88

For Men
The new clean cut and stylish Roots Echo Jeans, set to hit stores next week, are designed to add classic style to the fashion denim line for men in stores now. Created by Menswear Designer Rita Shulman, the pants are made from 100% cotton denim fabric. The design includes classic straight cut leg and clean back pockets with no ornamentation. The jeans also come with a large classic leather patch on the back and are currently available in a medium-dark-coloured wash. More choices in washes are expected in the upcoming fall months. The Echo Lake Jeans will be available in all Roots stores in Canada and select stores in the US. Made in sizes 28-38, they are sold at $88