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This week's best emerging trends.
SKIRTING THE ISSUE
Not the full skirts of Grease or any other Fifties cliché film you can think of. The new silhouette is more luxe. Bales of very fine silk chiffon perhaps beaded or embellished with a smattering of sequins or jewels. The most important thing to remember about this new shape of skirt that the sheer volume of fabric of the skirt must be balanced out by a very sleek, simple top half; for example, a delicate knit in a very neutral shade which allows the skirt to take the focus of the attention. Too much detail will inevitably kill this and you could end up looking more Helena Bottom Carter than is perhaps sensible.
SKIRTING THE ISSUE
Not the full skirts of Grease or any other Fifties cliché film you can think of. The new silhouette is more luxe. Bales of very fine silk chiffon perhaps beaded or embellished with a smattering of sequins or jewels. The most important thing to remember about this new shape of skirt that the sheer volume of fabric of the skirt must be balanced out by a very sleek, simple top half; for example, a delicate knit in a very neutral shade which allows the skirt to take the focus of the attention. Too much detail will inevitably kill this and you could end up looking more Helena Bottom Carter than is perhaps sensible.
Below from left: Topshop £75, Oscar de la Renta £1900, Coast £115
IN THE FRAME
Now before you simply scroll right by this entry, hear me out! I, as much as anyone, am slightly jaded and desensitised to the phenomenon of the ‘statement’ coloured frames of last summer. I felt they were a fad destined to be part of the ‘what were you thinking?’ bin within a month of their emergence last year. They are back, however, with an absolute vengeance. More grown up this season and less Lily Allen like, the statement frame is more fun and less elitist cool. With new shapes, more muted colours and a distinctly Seventies flavour, the statement frame comes into its own.
Now before you simply scroll right by this entry, hear me out! I, as much as anyone, am slightly jaded and desensitised to the phenomenon of the ‘statement’ coloured frames of last summer. I felt they were a fad destined to be part of the ‘what were you thinking?’ bin within a month of their emergence last year. They are back, however, with an absolute vengeance. More grown up this season and less Lily Allen like, the statement frame is more fun and less elitist cool. With new shapes, more muted colours and a distinctly Seventies flavour, the statement frame comes into its own.
Below from left: Pepe £45, Christian Dior £110, Chloe £165
FRENCH DRESSING
This year’s winner of the Best Actress Oscar, Marion Cotillard is at the very forefront of celebrity style. Her experimental French style has been the fashion talking point of the recent awards ceremony and her Jean Paul Gaultier couture gown which she wore at the Oscars was a perfect example of relaxed French perfection. Her look is easily distilled by adding some waist length, jewel encrusted chains, fresh make-up, a striped nautical style top and a Chanel-esque quilted handbag. Maqnifique.
This year’s winner of the Best Actress Oscar, Marion Cotillard is at the very forefront of celebrity style. Her experimental French style has been the fashion talking point of the recent awards ceremony and her Jean Paul Gaultier couture gown which she wore at the Oscars was a perfect example of relaxed French perfection. Her look is easily distilled by adding some waist length, jewel encrusted chains, fresh make-up, a striped nautical style top and a Chanel-esque quilted handbag. Maqnifique.
Below from left: Bag, Paul's Boutique £55, top, Topshop £30, multi long lenghth chain, £5 ASOS.com
COCKTAILS FOR TWO
It seems they have been all over the place for ages now; however, the allure of the ostentatious cocktail ring is as strong as ever. As the perfect foil for a simple daytime outfit, a cocktail ring adds sophistication and glamour to clean, chic separates. Some of the best examples can be seen on the high street, so keep your eyes peeled, particularly in Dorothy Perkins and Topshop who have some of the best this season.
It seems they have been all over the place for ages now; however, the allure of the ostentatious cocktail ring is as strong as ever. As the perfect foil for a simple daytime outfit, a cocktail ring adds sophistication and glamour to clean, chic separates. Some of the best examples can be seen on the high street, so keep your eyes peeled, particularly in Dorothy Perkins and Topshop who have some of the best this season.
Below from left: ASOS luxe £12, Topshop £6, Ted Baker £45, ASOS luxe £21
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1 comment:
Heyy,
Where can i get the black Paul's Boutique Bag from?
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