The James Long "Divine" Jumpers collection highlights a retro glam rock aesthetic. These pieces of expressive knitwear from the designer's Fall/Winter 2013 line pay tribute to legendary drag performer and John Waters' muse Harris Glenn Milstead who is also known as 'Divine'.
Featuring two different designs, this knitwear set includes a black hand-knitted sweater with a green and brown graphic motif while the other boasts a brown base color with geometric sleeves, leather accents and a hand-embroidered image of the iconic drag icon.
Both of these sweaters from the James Long "Divine" Jumpers collection pay tribute to inspirations from the edgy designer's past. The garments also introduce a new generation of fashion lovers to the revolutionary and talented performer.
Urban Glam-Rock Knitwear
The James Long Divine Jumpers Series Features Over-the-Top Graphics
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