Since moving to Los Angeles, partners Brad Parnell and Rodney Jones have refocused to better meet the needs and desires of the William Bradley woman. She is always concerned with the details of her look and meticulously plans her wardrobe to feel as sophisticated and chic as she is. The WB woman needs to feel special and confident in her clothing. William Bradley offers the ideal juxtaposition of American design and European sensibilities.
The Metropolitan Museum of Art held the beginnings of what would become the sole inspiration for our Spring | Summer 2015 collection. While on vacation in New York City, I observed Pablo Picasso’s “The Blind Man’s Meal” for the first time. There was an instant connection with the painting and I knew it would have an impact on the next season. The painting evoked such a powerful message of strength, and that’s exactly what the William Bradley customer represents. In a piece saturated with dark shades of blue, Picasso drew saddened attention to the man’s hands and ears while leaving his eyes dark. Pondering the question of what the blind man might actually see behind those dark eyes, we painted a refreshing pallet for spring. You can expect custom prints with flourishes of color and delicate silks that melt in your hands. Feast your eyes, as we share with Los Angeles for the first time, “The Blind Man’s Blessing.” Keep coming back as we post more photos from the wonderful SS15 collection. Enjoy for now!
