lila, 2003 Launch of a new contemporary line.

lila, a contemporary sportswear collection for women who are seeking quality, fit and casual American style. For the Fall 2003 launch, separates prevail. The collection merges masculine with feminine to create a sexy, fresh take on casual classics." Edgy basics born of clean lines create a modern look.

lila, a contemporary sportswear collection for women who are seeking quality, fit and casual American style. The design teams focus is on the customer, a woman who is modern, contemporary and confident in her fashion choices. The customer is 23 to 50, and she will always find something that works for her.

For the Fall 2003 launch, separates prevail. The collection merges masculine with feminine to create a sexy, fresh take on casual classics." Edgy basics born of clean lines create a modern look. Attention to detail in the cut - Menswear inspired pants kept feminine, cut close to the body, sexy knit tops, chunky sweaters, trouser style mini skirts, slim fitting duffle inspired coats, shrunken jackets, each piece is designed to flatter a womans body. Detailed stitching and soft flattering colors in dusty pink, lavender, off white and earth tones compliment everyones personal sense of style.

lilas Fall 2003 collection will be available in leading department stores,
Specialty and Boutique stores this July, with prices ranging from $160 for pants, $120 for sweaters to $345 for coats.

FALL KEY ITEMS         

•Distressed twill lycra trouser   
•Cotton stretch trouser mini      
•Stretch corduroy mens inspired pants   
•Knit rib tank top         
•Light weight baby cable cardigan   
•Shrunken close fit jackets
•Moleskin short duffle coat
•Sweatshirt inspired sweaters
•Chunky hooded sweater
•Pointelle baby tees
•Keyhole long sleeve top

FABRIC

•Suiting stretch
•Moleskin/lycra
•Wool/cotton
•Chunky knit
•Laundered corduroy
•Distressed twill with stretch

Gals Group/Gals New York

Gals Group is a Turkish based internationally diversified manufacturer and wholesale marketer of private label apparel for ladies, men and children. Established in 1989 by Dr A Kesci, Gals Group continues to grow by offering high quality items to leading brands i.e. Ines de La Fressange, Cerruti, Calvin Klein, Tommy Hilfiger, Levis, The Gap, Anna Sui and many more. Gals New York, a subsidiary of Gals Group, holds the licensee for the successfully New York based men and womens denim line, Buz Jones. Going forward, Gals New York decided to use their extensive experience and expertise to launching their own label, lila. Infusing Pamela Capones contemporary designs with their factories latest technology, Gals New York are creating a product of the highest standard. lilas design office and showroom are located in the heart of the fashion district in NYC.

Biography

Pamela Capone, contemporary designer, brings her fashion expertise and keen trend-spotting ability to lila as Creative Director of Design. Capone joined Gals New York, the parent company of lila, in 2002, after several successful design ventures. The highlight of which was her own label, Chaiken & Capone and the Pamela Capone line. Previously, Capone held positions at esteemed brands such as Ralph Lauren, J Crew and Easel.

Capone has built an exceptional new concept that together has infused lilas vision of a fashion-forward image with sleek clean lines, and with a high level of quality – in fabric, cut and design.

Press contact:    
Deborah Sullivan
212-997-8571 x212

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