If
the thought of buying a new season wardrobe has you tied up in knots, if you’re
not sure which trends to embrace, which will suit you, which have longevity or
what the trends even are, then fear not! I'm here to help guide you through the
AW12 maze. Follow my new season guide to keep your look stylish, on-trend and
above all, fabulous!
Brocade:
Combine baroque opulence with rich brocades, embellishment, beadwork and damask with sumptuous colours to achieve this on-trend look.
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| Balmain AW12 |
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| Marni AW12 |
Leather:
Fashion has turned to leather for AW12. Tough black leather and severe
cuts were seen all over the runways, thanks in particular to Rooney Mara’s
character in The Girl With The Dragon Tattoo
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| Gareth Pugh AW12 |
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| Givenchy AW12 |
Peplums
and curves:
Designer’s celebrated the female shape
for AW12, showcasing the waist and emphasising the hips, by adding peplums,
pannier and padding.
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| Lanvin AW12 |
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| Stella McCartney |
Great
British Heritage:
Downton Abbey had an effect on the
runway this season. To achieve this heritage look, think checks and plaids in
rich, earthy tones and sweeping coats, which would look perfect on a windswept
moor.
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| Burberry Prorsum AW12 |
Gothic
Romance:
Silks, lace, tulle and other stunning fabrics were seen in dark yet
oddly romantic colours– deep black, rich blues, lavish purples and beautiful
maroons.
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| Gucci AW12 |
New
Military:
Khaki, army coats, epaulettes, big pockets and gold hardware make this
trend pop. Mix these elements plus shiny black boots and tailored detailing and
you have the AW12 military look in the bag.
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| Maxmara AW12 |
Purple
Haze:
If there’s one colour to be seen in this season, it’s purple. Glamorous
and feminine, wear this colour as a block or as a print and choose to go either
head to toe or simply opt for purple details.
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| Erdem AW12 |
