// DARK FASHION \\

Even though we are now well and truly into the Spring and obviously the summer is just about within reach, everyone is finally starting to pack away their dark & dreary winter clothes for another year & opting for the refreshingly bright floral, neon & block colouring trends of Spring/ Summer 2011.

BUT......

I have to say I will still always be a firm believer & lover of All things black come Autumn/Winter/Spring or Summer. It is a colour that you can never go wrong with and is effortless, elegant & just plain and simply classic. Think the style of designers Acne/ Helmut Land & Alexander Wang that never opt too far from the monochromic colour palette.

Also the colour BLACK has so may added benefits to consider as well, such as:

- It is the colour that symbolises authority & power

-  It instantly makes you appear thinner

-  It is & always will be considered stylish & timeless

Now who can argue with that. Here are some images de 'inspiration' ;)

Róisín xoxo

 Images courtesy of Stockholm Street Style

// 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)

// THE FINER DETAILS \\

As I'm sure you are probably aware by now I do love a good trawl through all & any street style blogs that I happen to stumble upon but I have to say that what I love more is checking out the finer details that you might not have noticed @ first glance. From aran cardis cinched at the waist with a skinny belt or the amalgamation of patterns in any one outfit where the rule is there are NO rules... anyway you catch my drift!

I have selected a few from one of my fave street style websites: Stockholm Streetstyle & cropped them right down to the nitty gritty for your viewing & hopefully inspiring pleasure.

Bisous,

Róisín xoxo

- Belted Knits & Coats -

- The Amalgamation of Patterns & Fabrics -

- The Clutch -

- Legwear With A Twist -

- Footwear -

- Vibrant Colours -

- 100% Branded -

Images courtesy of Stockholm Streetstyle

// ALL THAT GLITTERS IS GOLD \\

Well silver in this case.... These bold show stopper Giuseppe Zanotti's glitter ankle boots certainly steal the show of this outfit (after the dog of course who is sporting a very on trend purple aran cardi), how aaaaadorable!!! ;)

 (Images courtesy of Stockholm Street Style, The Blonde Salad, Giuseppe Zanotti)

// PURPLE REIGN \\

In these outfits 'Purple' is undoubtedly the dominating colour.

And how fab n fun does this Miu Miu wool & mohair dress look, just like the rest of the Fall/Winter collection which you can have a peep here if you like: Miu Miu FW10

(Images courtesy of Stockholm Street Style)