Behind the Designs: DS x Erin Gates

We’ve teamed up with designer, author & tastemaker Erin Gates (@elementstyle) to bring her eye for vibrant pattern and approachable sophistication to our effortless-chic styles. 

With her bestselling books and Elements of Style blog, Erin is renowned for her signature blend of classic New England sensibility with a modern, styled-for-everyday point of view.

Erin’s love of chic animal prints inspired these exclusive designs, reimagining the pattern in versatile layers for women and girls. The pieces are timeless yet playful, polished yet easy, with a dash of the unexpected.

 

The first of two DS x Erin Gates drops, arriving tomorrow, 10/18 at 8 a.m. ET.

"I have worn Dudley for years and when they approached me about a collaboration I was thrilled not only to create pieces I felt were missing from my wardrobe, but also make it a family affair, with a stylish option for my daughter Emma. Anyone who has followed me knows I have a deep and true love for animal print—leopard specifically—so doing a fabulous pop-over Sherpa Fleece that felt elevated to wear with jeans, or just level-up your athleisure, felt obvious!" -Erin Gates

 

The Collection