Sweet Escape

MANILA, Philippines - Tory Burch lenses the world in a kaleidoscope of living color. Be it island sky blues, lush palm greens or a myriad of sunset hues — the designer always paints a vivid picture for her seasonal collections. Be it a snapshot of Marrakech or an ode to the seascapes of Tulum, the Tory Burch woman is guaranteed a slice of a fantasy, a fully realized narrative rendered in vivid hues. The woman relates to a story that speaks through the clothes; she can depend on a mood — a rare and highly-underrated aspect in fashion — when it comes to an industry that currently revolves around celebrity and flash-in-the-pan design.

Known as the woman who took East Coast prep and developed it as a pillar of modern American style, Tory Burch is a designer who has stuck to her guns and who lets her pieces speak for themselves.

For her recent cruise collection, Tory Burch offers a lineup of island-ready sportswear in graphic separates (think True Prep stripes and florals) and effortless lounge wear in a host of different textures. “Resort 2017 takes us back to Round Hill, Jamaica in its heyday and plays on the spirit of island living,” shares the designer. “We balance relaxed with refined, taking inspiration from Lauryn Hill, whose style epitomizes cool elegance.” Think fringed raffia adorned on a host of different knits, tunic dressing accessorized with fluid links and resort-ready passementerie, Tory’s signature floral prints in sportif jumpsuits and easy wrap dresses — there is a lot to digest; the look is eclectic but tied together with a bohemian undertone.

Think of it as our bid to inspire a November-December escape, a point of departure for travel inspiration. Where better to begin than a concise look at Tory Burch Resort 2017 and the lifestyle that surrounds the designer? YStyle dissects the collection to jumpstart your holiday planning.

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Little Twin Star

Tory Burch’s iconic Gemini Link comes cruise-ready in this tassel drop necklace fabricated in bungee cord, but finished with a beautiful fringe passementerie.

Tropic Thunder

Tory Burch Resort 2017 is a study in embellishment. Making for an easy riff on island motifs — lush greenery, tropical colors and tribal influences — this embroidered sandal can take your poolside crochet cover up from day to night.

Slap Dash

Geometric and modern, take the classic navy leather strapped timepiece from Tory Burch’s watch collection — with a navy face and the iconic double-T logo in gold, what’s not to love?

Drop It Like It’s Hot

A fresh pair of feather drop earrings, gilded with geometric shapes, make for an effortlessly glamorous statement. It can read: “I know I’m in the city but I just got back, fresh-from-summering-in-Tulum or another exotic locale.”

Designer Muse

Tory Burch cites Lauryn Hill in her show-notes for Resort 2017, the designer’s muse “whose cool style epitomizes cool elegance” and who made an appearance at the after-party of the label’s first flagship store in Paris. The renowned singer marked the occasion with a performance at the Hôtel de Sully late last year.

Electric Feel

A quintessential take on the industry obsession with shower slides — done up in raffia fringe and beaded bugle embroidery, the effect is classic Tory Burch. Totally modern and sportif; totally a must-have.

Full Bloom

Tory Burch: In Color is the designer’s first book, published in 2014 with a foreword written by Vogue’s Anna Wintour. The tome is a snapshot of Tory’s endless love affair with color — be it her label’s signature orange hue, canary yellow, Kelly green, a distinct Ming vase blue; each color is told through images, people and places that inspire Tory as a designer. The hardcover coffee table book gives great insight to the headspace and lifestyle that surrounds the Tory Burch brand.

Pompom Parade

An easy highlight from the accessory lineup, this pompom-adorned all-weather backpack is a must-have from Tory’s Resort 2017 collection. The abstract tribal print trimmed and tasseled in Tory’s iconic orange makes for a beach-ready carryall.

It’s A Stick Up

Easily the cutest and most accessible accessories in the collection, cop these playful parrot drop earrings for an easy riff on that island flair.

Clutch Game

A playful parrot motif runs through the entire collection for Resort 2017. This hard box clutch with a tassel detail makes for casual resort glamour. Finished with an abstract geometric strap, it makes for an effortless pair with either a caftan for poolside lounging or a dressy tunic for after-hours at the clubhouse.

Port Of Authority

Tory’s parents were obsessed with travel — from Italy, France, to Greece and Morocco, Buddy and Reva took their children to influential six-week retreats to different locations. With its lush beaches, abundance of different textures set on a former sugarcane plantation, Round Hill, Jamaica became a favorite of Tory growing up. Coming full circle as a point of inspiration for Resort 2017.

Shine Bright

Tory Burch pays tribute to the Chinese New Year tradition with this hi-shine flounced top and sequined skirt combination. In Tory’s playbook, shine can be subtle — peeking through on a rhinestone stripe border. But for this particular look? Tory goes all out, bold across the shimmering surface.

Easy Breezy

Island ease is reflected in the fluidity and movement of Tory’s cruise collection. Relaxed, elegant silhouettes — from hostess dresses to wide-legged pants — it all flows around the body, falling to the ankle or floor in long, lean lines. This particular ruffled tunic shift, in an easy A-line silhouette, easily makes the Tory grade.

Cut Flowers

Beach-y awning stripes and a colorful array of outsized tropical flowers and foliage give way to indigo tie-dye, reminiscent of ocean waves seen from above, and abstract stripes that evoke the watery ripples of a changing tide. Tory embraces her love for prints in this Resort 2017 collection, made notable in this dress-like jumpsuit in a punchy print and dark navy.

Under Cover

Variations on the classic stripe (or chevron) — through tie-dye, contrast piping or crochet, like in this beach-ready cover-up number — add a distinctive graphic interest to Tory’s Resort 2017 offerings.