Russell Simmons Launches New Menswear Clothing Line!!!!!!!

by **J The Kidd** Thu Oct 09, 2008 12:29 am

Hip-hip pioneer Russell Simmons rolled out his new menswear
collection Friday at the Argyle Culture Fashion Show, which was held at
the Setai Hotel in South Beach, Fla.

The line of sporty suits, pinstriped shorts and argyle V-neck
sweaters caters to the 25-and-over urban crowd. The goal is to mix
urban aesthetics with traditionally professional and preppy attire.

"I want to create a line to reach out to those guys who are not young
men anymore but who want to still be part of that urban lifestyle,"
said Simmons, who turned 51 on Saturday.

Among other pieces in the show were plaid shorts, free-flowing jackets
and classic five-pocket pants created in materials like wool and cotton
blends, as reported by the Associated Press.

Celebs attending the show included "Idol" stars Ryan Seacrest, Simon
Cowell and Randy Jackson, as well as actress Gabrielle Union.

"Russell is so amazing and such an inspiration," said Union, who sat
near the runway. "I am just honored to be here in his support and to
celebrate his birthday."