// SPRINGS HOTTEST ACCESSORY \\

FUN FASHION FOR SPRING : PRADA's COLOURFUL FUR STOLE

Ok so this is obviously a passing fad that resembles a raccoons tail dipped in some brightly coloured paint but never-the-less it is a staple piece of many of the very fashionable peop's wardrobes and was the accessory of choice during last months fashion weeks with the likes of Marc Jacobs, Pop editor-at-large Shala Monroque & fashion risk-taker Anna dello Russo all donning one (or two).

Even if us normal folk won't be wearing one anytime soon, you have to admit it is fun to look at from the safety of our own laptops ;)

Prada Spring/Summer 2011

// GOLD METALLICA \\

I saw this image on Elle.com & was instantly drawn her eye catching skirt.

This girl makes a real statement in this outfit with her fabulously indulgent gold metallic pleated skirt & I know some people may look at this picture & think there are waaay too many trends going on - polka dots, pleats, metallic, backpack, fur coat - but I think she portrays the shall we say 'je ne sais quoi'  to pull it off effortlessly!!!

// THE COLOUR-POP SOCK \\

Definition:

sock |säk|noun a garment for the foot and lower part of the leg, typically knitted from wool, cotton, or nylon.• a removable inner sole placed inside a shoe or boot for added warmth or to improve the fit.

Whilst having my weekly browse through the elite street style blogs 'The Sartorialist' & 'Stockholm Street Style', I noticed a little reoccurring trend that I wanted to share with you, which is the delightfully bright burst of colour via le sock. In this cold weather it is definitely one necessary item of clothing. The trend has been around since the summer where the trousers/jeans are a little above the ankle, teamed with the brogue sans le sock but now with the transition into the cold winter months all you have to do is add warm cotton socks with a pop of bright colours &/or patterns, perfect for winter style.

The fashion conscious all over are jazzing their outfits up a bit by going this one step further & picking a colour other than black or navy for a change & I like it!!!

 (All images courtesy of The Sartorialist & Stockholm Street Style)

// SPRING/SUMMER TREND 2011 \\

Trend Report For Sheer Maxi Skirts

Pioneered by the likes of Mary Kate Olsen and Abbey Lee Kershaw, the sheer maxi skirt trend is going to see it through this summer. The transparency of the sheer skirt gives the perfect amount of skin (just enough for summer) without showing too much. Referencing a little bit of a boudoir imagery, this trend is something a little different, a little showy but still able to be pulled off by all.

As with all trends, the sheer maxi trend originated from the runways, namely Fendi in a more Parisian boudoir chic sort of way, Dolce & Gabbana exhibited mesh skirts and dresses and sheer white vintage-esque dresses and Chloé sent out models in black and nude sheer tulle skirts.

The sheer maxi skirt trend has been flogged by many a model & celebrity, and it has been around the streets for a little while now. This trend is great for layering if you’re not wanting to attract too much attention. With a variety of styles, the sheer maxi style can can show alot of skin, or a little dependant upon your own style and extremity of self expression.

(Images courtesy of Refinery 29 & Stockholm Street Style)

// RIVER ISLAND PRESS DAY S/S 11 \\

On Wednesday last January 12th, I excitedly popped in to the River Island head office on Grafton Street during my lunch to see what they had in store for us for the Spring/Summer seasons ahead. Obviously we all have an idea already of what kind of trends are in store for SS 11 but I always love to see how different brands incorporate the trends into their collections & what little twists they inject into them to make make the current trends more in tune with their specific brand. 

From walking into the River Island press studio I found myself surrounded by at least 5 rails all offering a different trend to choose from: 

From the 70's inspired glamour (think halterneck dresses with thick high chunky sandals Charlies Angels style), the Margot collection which is all about the vibrant side of the 70's with bold bright block colouring pieces to the Comune trend which is prints mixed in with denim for a more casual look. These pieces would be perfect for the festival season.  

They also had a Marrakesh theme which had lots of garments with embellished prints on light & floaty chiffon materials, perfect for the beach or your yacht moored in St. Tropez if you're one of the few lucke ones ;) There was also the the 'Retro Geek' collection which is basically a clash of all kinds of prints from stripes to florals to polka dot to animal prints all consisting of a kaleidoscope of colours.

My front runner favourites though had to be the Beach Comber All White style trend with lots of super cute crochet detailing pieces, the Mollie trend which has taken inspiration from my best-loved tv series of the moment 'Mad Men' - so think 60's style shapes, gorgeous applique all with a lovely sugary/pastel colour palette to go with & if you didn't think you already had enough choice from all those there is the trend de resistánce for this coming spring/summer & that is the once again 70's inspired 'Nomad Trend'. The earthy colour palette has all my favourite colours of the moment from burnt orange & toffees to the white/creams & tans. There was a mix of fabrics from high waisted suede trousers to peasant style chiffon blouses. The collection had a fabulous feathered print chiffon long skirt which all the super models have been wearing of late.

So as you can see River Island seem to have covered All areas for us this season & you'll be glad to know that the clothes are filtering into stores now as I type. Below are some images I took at the press day & I will be posting some of my favourite lookbook images & stills from their S/S 2011 collection tomorrow.

Hope you enjoy the rest of your Sunday & Happy shopping!!!! xoxo

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