Tommy Hilfiger eyeing Pippa Middleton to be face of the brand

Anydesigner would love to have Kate Middleton wear one of their pieces includingtop designer Tommy Hilfiger. "Catherine has a very classic yet modern style," Tommy told Vogue in 2011. "I would love to dress her, and I think she already hasthe makings of the perfect preppy!"

Whileshe hasn't worn any of his items yet, it seems the fashion mogul has his eye onanother Middleton. "I was with her sister Pippa last night in London," Tommytold HELLO! at the Fragrance Foundation Awards in New York City Wednesdaynight. "And she’s a candidate for Tommy Hilfiger."

Tommy Hilfiger is hoping Pippa Middleton will be the face of his brand Photo: Getty Images

Beforebecoming the face of the brand, Tommy admitted that he started by sendingher some clothes first. "I sent the preppy casual summer dresses andthings like that," he said. "I hope she wears them."

Pippa would follow in the footsteps of stars like Katie Holmes, whowas a brand ambassador, and Kendall Jenner who walked in a recent Tommy fashionshow. And while Kate has stricter rules when it comes to endorsing anyproducts, Pippa has a bit freer reign on what she wears. "She’s not as under themicroscope," Tommy added about the 31-year-old.

In the meantime, the designer, known for his country club chic looks is excited about his latest celeb to sign on. "We just signed Rafael Nadal," he shared. "He just became the headliner for my scent that we are launching this fall."

Rafael Nadal was named the new brand ambassador for Tommy Hilfiger Photo: Getty Images

Rafael is equally as excited saying in a statement, "I've alwaysadmired Tommy Hilfiger's cool, all-American designs which are sophisticated andeasy to wear, and I'm excited to be partnering with the brand."

This is the second major fashion modeling gig for the tennis great. In 2011, he appeared with Megan Fox in ads for EmporioArmani Underwear and Armani Jeans.