Fashion Trends 2011 – A Look Forward

October 19th, 2011 by admin No comments »

A new year means a look forward to the fashion trends for 2011! If you don’t know the cycle, Fashion Week for Fall 2011 takes place in February. Spring fashion 2011 was held back in September. So, we have pretty much everything we need to know the upcoming climate of fashion!

We are still very stuck in winter right now, so what is the point of looking forward already? I just want to provide an short overview in case you feel the need to go shopping! That way you can look for things that will carry you over to the new seasons as they come.

Let’s just talk about shopping now for a minute. People often wonder why there are swim suits in the stores and the winter coats have moved to the clearance area – and we still have at least three more months of winter! Well, resort wear is for warm weather vacationers and people who want to get a head start on spring fashion. The clothing is to bridge the gap between fall and spring. The nice thing about the resort lines are that it does still contain elements of winter clothing – just a little more lightweight. This line does have it’s benefits! The actual winter clothes are now on sale! If you are a bargain shopper, now is a great time to get those high priced clothing items on sale.

Which brings us to looking forward for fashion trends this year. Knowing what is coming around in the next couple of seasons, you can buy the discount item now if it is available! So, keep these few things in mind when shopping.

  • The next logical style trends after the 60′s Mad Men of last fall is the 70′s reinterpretation! Think tunics and bohemian. This matches perfectly with resort wear and will definitely go into the spring and fall.
  • You will see pleats in tops and skirts for spring – not to be confused with pleated pants! Stick with the flat front unless you are really tall and thin.
  • Skirt hemlines are getting longer! Last fall they were below the knee. Now, you will start to find ankle length skirts. Choose the longer skirts carefully. They can add length as long as you get the print and fit right. But how exciting and comfy!
  • Fur is not going anywhere so keep your eye out for deals now and it will last you for at least another season.
  • If you don’t have your denim yet, get it – jacket? Dress? The sky is the limit with denim! Of course this is for casual wear.
  • Skinny’s here to stay and has switched from a trend to a classic according to experts. So, keep buying those skinny jeans – and how cute with a tunic or drop waist top!
  • If you are looking for a handbag, the slouchy bag has switched to a more structured bag. It is much more professional for day.
  • Textures will vary but you will notice a lot of lace and ruffles. Great pieces for dressing up!
  • We can’t talk about fashion trends unless we talk about color! Cream is definitely eye catching – especially as a different neutral. Bold colors like orange and pink will be available in many different shades. Pantone’s color of the year is Honeysuckle! I have already found this color in many different clothing items already – including a turtleneck! I love it to add a punch to my winter neutrals! » Read more: Fashion Trends 2011 – A Look Forward

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London Fashion Week Report – Top 5 Collections for Autumn Winter 2011-2012

October 18th, 2011 by admin No comments »

Burberry Prorsum

It was the show that got everyone talking, Burberry Prorsum. Christopher Bailey took Burberry Prorsum in a new direction with new shapes, colours and looks that he has not created for a while. The collection was very clear and working well together with yet another new direction for the trench coat. The catwalk was held in a tent by Albert Memorial in Kensington Gardens with a captivating soundtrack including Adele ‘Someone Like You’. Colours at Burberry Prorsum included orange, teal, red and olive. Details included chunky fastenings and tall collars on trench coats. A black and white look made an appearance which complimented the previous bright colours and meant commercially there was something for everyone. Models wore black platform high heel leather shoes with a continued influence of Spring Summer 2011 trend of wedges.The finale of Burberry Prorsum was spectacular with fake snow raining down on the catwalk. Models walked the finale in transparent macs – these are what are on everybody’s wishlist for Autumn Winter 2011-2012!

Christopher Kane

Christopher Kane’s Autumn Winter 2011 2012 collection showcased at London Fashion Week was inspired by school nostalgia from pencil cases to lollipops. The collection is to be known at the ‘liquid collection’ which is about wearable and sophisticated clothes. The first looks included greens, browns and turquoise with pencil skirts and cardigans and the inclusive of crochet pieces. The liquid influence appeared in the form of pockets and parts of collars made from strips of plastic and waistbands emphasized with wave shaped strips of plastic. Accessories included plastic clutch bags matching the fluid plastic effects. The final looks were more transparent and delicate with softer tones being used.

Holly Fulton

Displaying the best of new British fashion talent at London Fashion week was Holly Fulton winner of NEWGEN sponsorship. Holly Fulton quickly became a trending topic on Twitter with people complimenting her first yellow and black tweed look, art deco inspired dresses and her signature geometric prints. Models did struggle to walk in their uber high heels with one model having to take hers off during the catwalk. The use of chunky accessories and jewellery with studded detailing was gorgeous. Holly Fulton prints included baroque swirls, art deco cityscapes on silk trousers and maxi dresses. Trousers and a maxi dress featuring a repeat ‘lip print’ pattern got fashion followers talking. However Holly Fulton’s simple black velvet dress was just as captivating. With Samantha Cameron in the front row, Holly Fulton’s Autumn Winter 2011 2012 catwalk got everyone’s seal of approval.

House Of Holland

With everyone remembering last season’s pompom earrings we couldn’t wait to see what Henry Holland had created this Autumn Winter 2011 2012 season. House Of Holland is always loud and statement making yet it always has a sexy twist and somehow Holland has done it again with Granny Chic! The pompom earrings were replaced with big pearl hoops by Katie Hillier. Holland stated “Our girl is too young to wear a pearl necklace so we beaded them on to her dress and made it sexy”. To add to the pearls were tweeds and bingo ball prints! Every item had Holland’s signature style and humour. Bold, block colours were styled together including fuscia pink mid length skirt with box pleats (a glimpse of a silk slip underneath), orange blazer and purple shirt. Like Christopher Kane, Henry Holland also included crochet pieces into his Autumn Winter 2011 2012 collection but in a different way. Holland styled crochet cami tops with printed crochet tights. Holland continued the socks and shoes trend with high heel court shoes and stripy ankle socks.

Matthew Williamson

The London Fashion Week Autumn Winter 2011 2012 collection by Matthew Williamson was inspired by Francisco Infante-Arana who is a premier Russian avant-garde artist. Francisco combines innovative creations and photographs them in natural landscapes. Williamson commented “I’ve tried to take the quite nomadic DNA of our brand and combine it with a technical aspect, really fusing the two extremes.” Williamson chose Philips de Pury building to enable viewers to see the detail that went into all the pieces – Battersea Power Station was last year’s venue choice. Beads and sequins were intricately layered onto one another. The colours within the catwalk show were stunning with pinks, greys and nudes being used. Chunky knit socks were styled with heavy duty wooden wedges. Leather skirts and jackets with padded textures added a feminine attitude to the styling. The slouchy silk trousers are a favorite of ours. The combination of textures including sheer shirts, silk trousers and leather jackets added a feminine touch to soft tailored looks. » Read more: London Fashion Week Report – Top 5 Collections for Autumn Winter 2011-2012

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Top 5 Collections at Paris Fashion Week

October 17th, 2011 by admin No comments »

Celine Autumn Winter 2011 2012

Phoebe Philo’s collection for Celine incorporated minimalism, craft, sportswear and inspirations from automotive interiors with streamline cuts. The overal simplicity of this collection caught our eye. Trousers played an important roll in this Autumn Winter collection which was refreshing. Two toned troousers were a favourite which used both tweed and leather fabrics. Celine Autumn Winter 2011 2012 collection could show the return of the polo neck. The chevron stripe jumper gave a true statement to what the collection was about, laidback sophistication. The use of panels within the construction of pieces complimented the block colour trends that came from London Fashion Week this season. Panelling in shirts to the panelled cream leather dress showed this collection complimented the figure.

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  • Colours: Olive, brown, cream and pink
  • Must have items: Slim fitted trousers and panelled dress
  • Footwear: Pointed loafers and low ankle boots

Jean Paul Gaultier Autumn Winter 2011 2012

Jean Paul Gaultier Autumn Winter 2011 2012 collection was all about making a statement. Not necessarily of outlandish fashion but more of a statement of society. Jean Paul Gaultier collection at Paris Fashion Week included a witty take on age, Jean Paul Gaultier stated, “how to look young – without Botox”. Models were styled with grey wigs that had been backcombed and given exaggerated French pleat styles. Before his show in Paris on Saturday Jean Paul Gaultier evaluated his collection, “no corsets, no flesh! It’s quite ladylike. I can’t believe it”. Here at Kindred Sole we love the grown up elegance of Jean Paul Gaultier’s collection but love even more how a theatrical style was involved including models stripping off layers of clothing, leaving a pile at the end of the runway. The collection embraced Parisian chic with the use of prints, trouser suits and belted trench coats. The tailoring at Jean Paul Gaultier was so chic and with pieces including pussy cat bow blouses and tweed skirts and jackets, the collection was wearable.

Facts:

  • Colours: Camel, brown, black and cream
  • Must have items: Belted trench coat and trouser suit
  • Footwear: Smart black and brown high heel shoes

Vivienne Westwood Gold Label Autumn Winter 2011 2012

Vivienne Westwood is a name synonymous with fashion. Her shows are guaranteed to get people talking as a statement is always at the heart of the collection. Vivienne Westwood Gold Label collection at Paris Fashion Week encapsulated a ‘Woman as Warrior’ theme. “I can’t keep banging on about climate change, so I decided to express my thoughts about the planet through strong women, and the fact women are the guardians of culture,” said Dame Vivienne Westwood after her show. Her inspirations from around the world were captivating. Prints and patterns created the fabulous looks of the show including batik prints, country florals, pinstripes and British plaids. The statement making geometric prints balanced with Victorian blouses with puff sleeves meant a balance between warrior and femininity. The tousled hair styled with face paint complimented the collection. » Read more: Top 5 Collections at Paris Fashion Week

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