Reformation, Spring & Clifton collaborate

It was while vacationing on the shores of Montauk, N.Y., that designers Michelle Zacks (Spring & Clifton) and Yael Aflalo (Reformation) tapped into their Southern California roots to get inspired for a collaborative resort collection. After coming across a vintage Baja jacket (or Drug Rug) at a local surf shop, they were inspired to rework the oversized shape into colorful fitted silhouettes, mixed with denim, leather and cashmere.

The result is a collection with a streetwise vibe that puts a modern spin on '80s skate and surf wear.

“I would say that our collective teenage years spent in Southern California played a role in the look of the collaboration," Zacks says. “References include surf and skate culture, music, art and downtown New York City meets SoCal.”

There’s a worn-in, punky look to each of the pieces, particularly the Baja jacket with leather sleeves and the leather short shorts with a panel of bright, woven fabric running down the front.

It’s a different approach to the typically airy and juicy-hued look of resort -- beachy vacation pieces for the cool downtown girl.

Reformation x Spring & Clifton pieces range from $85 to $300 and are available at Reformation Los Angeles and www.thereformation.com.

Reformation L.A: 8117 W. 3rd St. Los Angeles, CA 90015

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Photo: A look from Reformation x Spring & Clifton. Credit: Reformation