FASHION UPDATE FOR SPRING / SUMMER 2011
Natural Dramatic
For a relaxed, yet striking version of this look combine sweeping trench coats, stylish biker jackets, rugged safari/prairie jackets and boyfriend blazers with sleek fitted shirts, wide leg trousers, slinky suede jeans, streamlined maxi skirts and sexy pencil skirts, along with sinuous tunic tops, oversized T-shirts, textured rustic knits and macramé designs; sculptural sheath dresses and slinky halter neck dresses will also work well. Achieve a mix of textures with expensive suedes, textured leathers, slubby silks, crêpe de chines, crunchy linens, washed canvas, cotton/lycra jersey, crinkle/plissé fabrics and woven/plaited effects. Add a touch of ‘savannah style’ with bold animal prints, chic snakeskin designs and mock ‘croc’ effects – all in large scale. Details are important so look out for controlled draping, gathers, pleated/plissé effects, macramé designs, fringing, tassels, feathers and lacing, along with distinctive ethnic embroideries, geometric appliqués, decorative cut work and natural beading. Complete your look with bold ethnic jewellery, wide cinching belts and large-scale accessories in a mix of textured leathers and squashy suedes, with fringing and tassel trims.
Dramatic Natural
For a striking, yet laid back version of this look combine sweeping trench coats, stylish biker jackets, relaxed safari/prairie jackets and boyfriend blazers with fluid shirts, wide leg trousers, slinky suede jeans and billowing maxi skirts, along with unstructured tunic tops, oversized T-shirts, slinky vest tops, textured rustic knits and macramé designs; fluid sheath dresses and slinky halter neck dresses will also work well. Achieve a mix of textures with expensive suedes, natural leathers, slubby silks, crêpe de chines, crunchy linens, washed canvas, heavy jersey, crinkle/plissé fabrics and woven/plaited effects. Add a touch of ‘savannah style’ with bold animal prints, chic snakeskin designs and mock ‘croc’ motifs – all in large scale. Details are important so look out for draping, gathers, pleated/plissé effects, macramé designs, fringing, tassels, feathers and lacing, along with bold ethnic embroideries, geometric appliqués, decorative cut work and natural beading. Complete your look with bold ethnic jewellery, wide cinching belts and large-scale accessories in a mix of textured leathers and squashy suedes, with fringing and tassel trims.
Natural Classic
For a chic, upmarket version of this look, combine elegant trench coats, sophisticated biker jackets and relaxed boyfriend blazers with wide leg trousers, slinky suede jeans, cropped pyjama pants, fluid long line skirts and slim pencil skirts, along with crisp shirts, refined shell tops, smock tops, textured macramé knits and rustic crochet styles; fluid tunic dresses, drapy tea dresses and slinky halter necks styles will also work well. Achieve an essential mix of textures with expensive suedes, supple leathers, slubby silks, crêpe de chines, crunchy linens, canvas, silk jersey, crinkle/plissé fabrics and woven/plaited effects; adding soft floral prints, refined animal prints and chic snakeskin designs – all in medium scale. Focus on controlled draping, gathers, pleated/plissé effects, macramé designs, lacing and tassels, along with subtle ethnic embroideries and natural beading. Complete your look with elegant organic jewellery, chic belts and medium-scale accessories in a mix of expensive leathers, suede and canvas.
Natural
For a laidback, sporty version of this look, choose relaxed trench coats, easy biker/prairie jackets, fluid boyfriend blazers and fringed waistcoats teamed with wide leg trousers, suede jeans, cropped pyjama pants, fluid long line skirts and floaty gathered skirts, along with rugged shirts, gathered smock tops, textured macramé knits and rustic crochet styles; unstructured tunic dresses, drapy tea dresses and summery halter neck styles will also work well. Achieve a natural mix of textures with buttery suedes, supple leathers, slubby silks, crêpe de chines, crunchy linens, washed canvas, heavy jersey, crinkle/plissé fabrics and woven/plaited effects; adding splashy florals, blurred animal prints and mock ‘croc’ impressions – all in medium scale. Also focus on fluid draping, ruching, gathers, pleated/plissé effects, textural macramé designs, fringing, tassels and lacing, along with ethnic embroideries, appliqués and natural beading. Complete your look with natural ethnic jewellery, wide belts and medium-scale accessories, in a mix of textured leathers and squashy suedes, with fringing and tassel trims.
Natural Gamine
For a chic, stylish version of this look choose neat trench coats, cute biker/prairie jackets, fitted boyish blazers and natty waistcoats teamed with sleek narrow trousers, suede jeans and slim pencil skirts, along with lean shell tops, crisp shirts, macramé style knits, structured tunic dresses and fitted sheath dresses. Achieve a dainty mix of textures with fine leathers, suede, slubby silks, crêpe de chine, crunchy linens, washed canvas, cotton jersey, crinkle/plissé fabrics and woven/plaited effects; adding dainty leopard prints and snakeskin impressions - all in small/medium scale. Focus on fun, snappy details, fine pleats, pin tucks, plissé effects and pleated frills, along with dainty ethnic embroideries, naïve appliqués, decorative cut work, macramé touches, lacing, feathers, fringing and tassels. Complete your look with cute ethnic jewellery, narrow belts and neat accessories in a mix of suede, leather and canvas, with funky tassel trims.
Ingénue
For a thoroughly feminine version of this look focus on delicate pretty styles and lingerie inspired pieces, including puff sleeve jackets, high neck ‘Edwardian’ blouses, lace trimmed camisoles, ruffled peasant tops, lace smocks, dainty macramé knits and lacy crochet styles, teamed with tiered petticoat skirts and floaty gathered skirts; pretty slip dresses, ethereal chiffon ballet dresses and delicately draped tea dresses will also work well. Focus on lightweight frothy fabrics, floaty chiffons, crinkle muslins, silk crêpe de chine and cotton voile, along with Broderie Anglaise, dainty tablecloth lace and crochet effects, adding crisp small scale sprig prints and ditsy floral designs. Also look out for delicate draping, ruching, gathers, frills, dainty pin tucks, fine plissé/crinkle effects, lace trims and picot edges, along with sweet embroideries, intricate cut work and delicate beading. Complete your look with small-scale pretty jewellery, chokers, feathery corsages and pretty accessories with an essential touch of sparkle.
Natural Ingénue & Ingénue Natural
For a relaxed, yet pretty version of this look focus on pretty lingerie inspired pieces and sporty feminine styles with delicate details. Combine suede prairie jackets, puff sleeve jackets, high neck ‘Edwardian’ blouses, pin-tucked camisoles, ruffled peasant tops, lace trimmed smocks, dainty macramé knits and lacy crochet styles with petticoat skirts, floaty gathered skirts and skinny jeans; dainty slip dresses, ethereal chiffon ballet dresses and delicately draped tea dresses will also work well. Achieve a mix of frothy, natural textures with buttery suedes, fine leathers, washed canvas, fine linens, slubby silks, crêpe de chines, floaty chiffons, cotton voile and crinkle/ plissé fabrics, along with Broderie Anglaise, dainty tablecloth lace and crochet effects. Add crisp sprig prints, ditsy floral designs and dainty snakeskin impressions – all in small scale. Also look out for delicate draping, ruching, gathers, frills, dainty pin tucks, fine plissé/crinkle effects, macramé, lace trims and picot edges, along with sweet embroideries, intricate cut work and dainty beading. Complete your look with small-scale ethnic jewellery, chokers, feathery corsages and pretty accessories in a mix of natural textures.
Ingénue Romantic
For a pretty, yet glamorous version of this look focus on pretty lingerie inspired pieces and with delicate details. Combine curvy puff sleeve jackets, high neck ‘Edwardian’ blouses, lace trimmed camisoles, ruffled peasant tops, ruched/draped tops, dainty macramé knits and lacy crochet styles with slinky pencil skirts, tiered petticoat skirts and floaty gathered skirts; gauzy halter necks, chiffon ballet dresses and ethereal tea dresses will also work well. Achieve a mix of frothy textures with floaty chiffons, silk crêpe de chines, silk jersey, cotton voile and lawn, along with Broderie Anglaise, dainty tablecloth lace and crochet effects. Add crisp sprig prints, delicate chintzy florals and romantic rosebud designs – all in small/medium scale. Also look out for delicate draping, ruching, gathers, frills, ruffles, dainty pin tucks, fine plissé/crinkle effects, macramé, lace trims and picot edges, along with sweet embroideries, intricate cut work, appliqués and dainty beading. Complete your look with small-scale pretty jewellery, chokers, feathery corsages and pretty accessories with a touch of sheen and sparkle.
Romantic Natural
For a bold, glamorous version of this look focus on sexy, feminine styles with a raunchy, natural feel. Combine sweeping trench coats, curvy prairie jackets, suede biker jackets and fringed waistcoats with slinky suede jeans, tiered petticoats, floaty maxi skirts and sexy pencil skirts, along with ruffled shirts, lace trimmed smocks, off-the shoulder peasant tops, camisole tops, textured macramé knits and ornate crochet styles; draped/pleated tea dresses, sinuous ruched Grecian gowns and slinky halter neck styles will also work well. Achieve a mix of sumptuous textures with buttery suedes, supple leathers, crêpe de chines, drapy silk jersey, slubby silks, crunchy linens, crinkle/plissé fabrics and woven/plaited effects, along with textured lace and crochet designs. Add a touch of ‘savannah style’ with bold animal prints, chic snakeskin designs and mock ‘croc’ effects, along with flamboyant florals and romantic chintz prints – all in large scale. Details are important, so focus on sinuous draping, ruching, gathers, frills, ruffles, crunchy crinkle/plissé effects, textural macramé designs, fringing, tassels, feathers and lacing along with lace inserts, distinctive ethnic embroideries, appliqués, decorative cut work and natural beading. Complete your look with glamorous ethnic jewellery, cinching belts and bold accessories, in a mix of textured leathers and squashy suedes, with fringing and tassel trims.
Natural Romantic
For a naturally glamorous version of this look, focus on lingerie inspired styles and feminine prairie pieces with pretty details. Combine suede prairie jackets, curvy puff sleeve jackets, lace trimmed camisoles, ruched/draped tops, ruffled peasant blouses, textured macramé knits and rustic crochet styles with lacy petticoat skirts and floaty gathered skirts; sinuous Grecian gowns and drapy tea dresses will also work well. Achieve a mix of textures with buttery suedes, supple leathers, slubby silks, crêpe de chines, silk jersey, crunchy linens, washed canvas, crinkle/plissé fabrics and woven/plaited effects, along with cotton voiles, textured lace, tablecloth lace and crochet designs; adding blurred animal prints, splashy florals and romantic roses - all in medium scale. Look out for feminine draping, ruching, gathers, frills, ruffles, plissé/crinkle effects, textural macramé designs, pin tucks, rustic lace trims and crochet edges, along with naïve embroidery, cut work, appliqués and natural beading. Complete your look with glamorous prairie style jewellery, pretty belts and medium scale accessories with an essential mix of texture and sparkle.
NATURALIST - Likely Stockists include:
Giorgio Armani, L.K. Bennett, Laura Biagiotti, Roberto Cavalli, Chloé, Paul Costello, Dolce and Gabbana, Gianfranco Ferré, Alberta Ferretti, Ghost, Givenchy, Gucci, Hermès, Joseph, Donna Karan, Lanvin, Ralph Lauren, Max Mara, Monsoon, Phase Eight, Emilio Pucci, John Richmond, Elie Saab, Anna Sui, Louis Vuitton, Whistles, Wrap and Zara, along with stylish boutiques and all good department stores.
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