(1 of 8) ThakoonFor spring, Thakoon zeroes in on details of the preppy aesthetic, then blows them up to show how elegant the look can be. His cleverest pieces—such as the scarf-like sweater, in the shape of a cardigan knotted over one’s shoulder—put an artful spin on classic country-club styles. On the runway, crumpled panama hats accented other ensembles, including batik shorts, high-waist navy trousers, and a tricolor striped dress—just the thing for a modern globetrotter. Thakoon Spring 2008
