Fashion

[Snoopp]

I didn't like anything.  

[Glittergal]

I don't like the prices.   

[Alter Ego]

Draper James has collaborated before with Lands End and Eloqui. Wonder if this is similar. I don’t remember if the items sold on those sites were also on the actual Draper James site.

I did laugh a little because the items I originally saw were sweats and other leisure items as my impression of Draper James is a little dressier (think dresses that Q would never sell as there would be too many returns due to fit! I think it’s always better to shop direct for designers like this, rather than Q.)

[jonbon]

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@Alter Ego wrote:
Draper James has collaborated before with Lands End and Eloqui. Wonder if this is similar. I don’t remember if the items sold on those sites were also on the actual Draper James site.

I did laugh a little because the items I originally saw were sweats and other leisure items as my impression of Draper James is a little dressier (think dresses that Q would never sell as there would be too many returns due to fit! I think it’s always better to shop direct for designers like this, rather than Q.)

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Yes, the Draper James x Lands' End swimwear is on the Draper James website. I actually purchased a linen utility shirt swimsuit coverup from Lands' End (ditsy floral in colors I love), but it's on the DJ site as well. Not everything on the website is dressy -- there are sweatshirts and things like that as well as quite a few dresses.

Here are a couple of snippets by Reese Witherspoon from the website:

I started this company to honor my Southern heritage and in particular my grandparents who were, and still are, the greatest influences in my life: my grandmother, Dorothea Draper and my grandfather, William James Witherspoon. My grandparents taught me everything I know about gracious Southern living. From them I learned to dress and act like a lady, to take pride in my home, to reach out to help a neighbor, and to always invite everyone in for a visit.

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Whether it’s Nashville or New Orleans, Beaufort or Birmingham, there is a special breed of charm and grace that’s signature to the American South. With Draper James, our goal is to bring contemporary, yet timeless Southern style to your wardrobe and your home, no matter where you live. We hope you will stop in to see us often—our door is always open. 

Founded in 2015. Looks as though there are three brick-and-mortar locations (Nashville, Lexington, and Atlanta).

[PINKdogWOOD]

Who knows this designer? I don't, never heard this name before. @KingstonsMom   You said 'celeb', is she? I'm just saying I haven't heard of her.

[KingstonsMom]

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@PINKdogWOOD wrote:

Who knows this designer? I don't, never heard this name before. @KingstonsMom   You said 'celeb', is she? I'm just saying I haven't heard of her.

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You've never heard of the actress Reese Witherspoon?

Reese Witherspoon - Wikipedia

[jonbon]

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@PINKdogWOOD wrote:

Who knows this designer? I don't, never heard this name before. @KingstonsMom   You said 'celeb', is she? I'm just saying I haven't heard of her.

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BTW, I don't think she claims to be the "designer." She started the business as a lifestyle brand.

[candyagain]

I had A462416 Draper James Chambray Ruffle Shift Dress for $115 in high school. It was longer and had straight long sleeves. By The Villager.

[Andreatoo]

Didn't this southern charmer pull a Mel Gibson when she was pulled over for DUI?

[Alter Ego]

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@Andreatoo wrote:

Didn't this southern charmer pull a Mel Gibson when she was pulled over for DUI?

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Absolutely NOT.  Yes, she was arrested and her husband charged with DUI. She said some things that went against her goody two shoes persona.  But, in no way should her comments be compared to what Mel said.