Justin Timberlake to Launch Clothing Line In Fall

(andPOP) - Simply being a multi-platinum-selling singer both as a member of boy band 'N Sync and as a solo artist isn't enough for Justin Timberlake, who is now planning to make his mark in the fashion world. If you ever wanted to look like the always-stylish JT, you'll be able to do so when his new clothing line debuts this fall.

Timberlake is launching the line, called William Rast, with his best friend, Trace Ayala, and Danny Guez, who has worked with hip hop stars Eve and Bow Wow on their respective apparel lines. The name is a combination of the first name of Timberlake's grandfather, William, and the last name of Ayala's grandfather, Rast.

The singer/actor (Timberlake will star in Edison with Morgan Freeman this fall) worked with designer Juan Cervantes to create a collection described as a bit of country with a dash of Hollywood, to reflect Timberlake?s southern roots. The 60-piece line, which includes jeans, T-shirts, polo shirts, cashmere sweaters, corduroy blazers and outerwear for both men and women, was inspired by some of Timberlake?s own personal designer favourites such as Marc Jacobs, Alexander McQueen and Tom Ford of Gucci.

The big emphasis seems to be on the jeans, which will come in three fits for women and four for men, with two fabrications and three washes. The upscale jeans will feature metal-trimmed wooden buttons for the ladies and leather buttons for men. Both will have drop pockets with a ?W? logo on the back, so it will be no secret who designed them.

Buyers will see the merchandise next week while the line is expected to hit Bloomingdale?s and high-end boutiques like Fred Segal, Kitson, and Atrium on November 3. If the launch goes well, William Rast will expand to include headwear, intimate apparel, and men?s suits. Timberlake and his team also have their eyes on one day opening their own stores, starting in Memphis and Timberlake?s hometown of Millington, Tenn.