2. "Don't you just love those long rainy afternoons in New Orleans when
an hour isn't just an hour - but a little piece of eternity dropped into
your hands - and who knows what to do with it?"
— Tennessee Williams (A Streetcar Named Desire)
In that spirit we come upon New Orleans, “The Crescent City," where
designer David Peck took a trip and returned filled with inspiration of
a city painted in vivid technicolor and accompanied by a live
soundtrack.
Photographs from the trip reflect the vibrant and clashing colors of
Mardi Gras, the humor and unexpected kaleidoscope of colors found
inside a Zapp’s potato chip bag, and the calligraphic letters of a faded
and century old invitation to a town event.
Such images, captured by artist and New Orleans native, Daniel Ortiz,
inspired CrOp SS12; following the basis for the line where each
collection is mirrored off of images that provide significance for
Peck. Here, it is the preserved beauty, undying spirit, and unified
community of a city that has endured disasters of both natural causes
and human error.
Bold plumes decorate the birds of Commanderʼs Palace, translated in
this collection as a bird “wallpaper” print. Flora and fauna come to
life as broad strokes of Spanish moss hang from outstretched limbs.
The peaceful lake in Audubon Park is streaked bold strokes of blue.
Classical friezes cast white shadows and delicate edges that are
almost floral with a soft sensuality, and small, narrow streets wind
their way through buildings that have lived through the layered
history. It is within these treasured walls that the heart of the city is
found beating.
About:
CrOp by David Peck is a line with a conscience. Based in Houston, TX, the
name “CrOp” is short for “creative opportunities,” something that
designer David Peck aims to develop by working with a network of
artists who can in turn generate greater opportunities by working
together. David designs in collaboration with creative minds who value
giving back and support a cause that in turn lands as the inspiration
behind each season’s collection.
Started in 2010 with a just a few pieces, CrOp utilizes socially
responsible and sustainable, eco-friendly materials including organic
merino wool knit, satin jersey, fine count organic pima cotton, fine
natural silks, organic wool twill, and fair trade textiles. A majority of
the fabrics are made in the United States and each fabric is selected
for its durability and low impact on the environment. All of CrOpʼs
custom prints are done with methods that have the least impact on the
environment.
A portion of sales from each season is donated to a charity tied to the
inspiration for that season. For SS12, revenue will be donated to the
Gulf Restoration Network (GRN) in an effort to unite and empower
people to protect and restore the natural resources of the Gulf
Region.
E-commerce was launched in July 2011 on the brandʼs website,
www.davidpeckcollection.com.
For more information or sample
requests, please contact:
Autumn PR
646.707.0497
crop@autumnpr.com
www.DavidPeckCollection.com | www.Facebook.com/DavidPeckCollection | @DPCFashion
For sales, please contact:
Parlor Showroom
(212) 226-8777
jessica@parlorshowroom.com
“Crescent Rising”

32. Model: Sydney Roper at Supreme Management
Photo: Christelle de Castro
Stylist: Annie Ladino
Hair: Sarajane Lynch for Ion Studio
Makeup: Lea Siegel
Location: Crosby Street Hotel NYC