Horseware Ireland Unveils Rodrigo Pessoa Clothing Line

Horseware Ireland is at WEF during this week to introduce their newest clothing line for Fall 2011, The Rodrigo Pessoa collection.

Designed in collaboration with the Olympian, the line is inspired by Rodrigo's Brazilian heritage and celebrates his international appeal with looks that range from sporty vests to refined belted jackets, as well as competition clothing for both men and women.

The Pessoa line of clothing represents a continental flair in its cut, which is more fitted and streamlined. The collection incorporates the primary colors of Rodrigo's country flag – dramatic reds, blues, yellows and greens juxtaposed against the backdrop of a classic black and white palette. The line also features rich combinations of black and brown in sweaters, technical polo shirts and breeches. Further design elements include unexpected embellishments such as leather patches with metal buttons, swaths of bright color and oversized logos.

The line is a departure for Horseware who has become known for it's sporty takes on the traditional Newmarket stripe and high street versions of classic English country sportswear in their Lucinda Green collections.