Marie Valois Launches
Spring Summer 2001 Collection

The Marie Valois collection is defined by the original use of technically sophisticated materials and colour themed co-ordination. Synonymous with elegance and chic French styling, the Marie Valois Spring Summer 2001 range is an aspirational collection of ladies golf and leisure clothing and accessories. The collection combines technical and quality fabrics with sophisticated designs to produce a fresh approach to golfing fashion.

This year sees the launch of M.V. de Marie Valois, a collection developed to target the younger lady golfer in a growing market segment. Utilising fresh new designs, styles and colour schemes, the M.V. de Marie Valois collection is expected to be well received during the Spring Summer 2001 season.

The Marie Valois Spring Summer 2001 collection is clearly defined into 4 distinct product categories:

• Classics – traditional Marie Valois classic golf styles - a statement of the ongoing integrity of the Marie Valois brand

• Contemporary – M.V. de Marie Valois has brand appeal for a younger consumer via product differentiation through fit, vibrant colour, new styles and exciting fabrics.

• Techline – clothing with a technical layering system that combines style with high performance utilising technically superb materials

• Essentials – timeless basics, good quality clothing at a competitive price

Trousers

The Classic style trouser range has 3 basic offerings; the Panda (£53, £62 & £67), a light-weight, classically shaped, fitted pant that is available in Havana, White, Sand, Ocean, Azure, Jade and Vanilla colours. The Pampa (£53) is an ankle length loose fit, style pant with a waist tie and cargo pant style pockets. Colours include; White, Sand, Havana, Atoll and Vanilla.

There are two Essential style trousers in the collection, the Passy (£50) which has classic slacks styling and is available in Sand, Azure, Jade and Shrimp, and the Paros (£50), a stretch jean available in Creole, Blue Jean, Vanilla and Sand colours.

The Contemporary M.V. de Marie Valois has 2 hipster style trousers, the Paris (£50 & £53) and the Pair (£53). The Paris boot leg trouser is available in a plain colour scheme or 2-colour check option, whilst the Pair, also available in the 2-colour check is a cropped calf-length trouser. The Paris has two horizontal front pockets and the Pair has a contemporary jean style pocket - both are stretch lycra and are available in Turquoise and Coral colours.

Shorts

Classic style shorts are available in various lengths, styles and colours. The Basque (£50), poplin Bermuda style short, available in White, Sand, Havana, Vanilla and Atoll options, is lightweight and retains a classic golf style.

The Essential style shorts are available in 3 options, the Balsa (£48-£50) and Baloise (£44-£46.50), 100% cotton bermudas with Marie Valois branding, and the Bastia (£44), an 80% cotton, 20% polyester shorter style short.

Polo shirts and T-shirts

The Classic range of polo shirts (£39 - £50) has 9 different styles with sleeved and sleeveless options, which all encompass a fitted style and have a cotton/lycra fabric composition. Colour schemes include; Havana, Ivory, Sand, Blue Jean, Vanilla and Coral.

Classic T-shirts are available in short-sleeved (Narita £31) and ¾ length (Naval £35) options. The Narita and Naval have a 60% cotton, 37% viscose and 3% lycra fabric composition to provide a fitted styling.

The Naples Contemporary polo shirt (£43 & £47 trade price) has two basic offerings, a one colour and a 3 colour striped option. M.V. branded collars and a fitted waist gives a sporty feel to this contemporary polo.

Gilets

The Classic Gilet, the Cajun (£54 trade price) has breast pockets, full-length press stud fastenings, a high fashion collar and is made from 65% cotton, 35% polyamide fabric composition. The Marie Valois breast pocket branding finishes off this Gilet to provide a stylish, classical waistcoat.

Techline

The Danae (£193) 2-piece full-length rain suit has a coated fabric to provide full waterproofing protection. A full-length zip and outer press-studs, pull-tie waistband and elasticated collars provide full protection from the elements. The Pant has an elasticated waistband and zips on the bottom of the pant to allow easy fitting/removal of the pant whilst wearing golf shoes, and are available in Sand, Pearl and Baltic.

The Dania (£74) is a pullover waterproof ski-style top. It has a single layer, ¼ zip with kangaroo pouch and a waist pull-cord. With a 61% polyamide, 27% polyurethane and 12% polyester fabric composition, the Dania is an essential piece of high-performance outerwear for any golfer.

All trousers and shorts are available in an extensive range of sizes from 36" to 46" waist and all dresses and tops are available in small (S) to extra large (XL). All garments are machine washable.

A variety of Marie Valois branded golfing accessories are also available including;

Marie Valois golf gloves, socks, belts, sun visor and new this year is a Marie Valois ladies designer golf bag.

For further information on the Marie Valois Spring/Summer 2001 range and a list of UK stockists, please call: PMG International Ltd, +44 (0) 1524 382251