luxury, simplfied

I like the idea of simplified luxury when it comes to anything, especially this upcoming new trend for accessories due Spring/ Summer 2011. Here are a few looks I found online that I am particularly fond of and looking forward to...

WGSN.com

Here is a bag by Heritage Leather that is casual with canvas, yet classically sructured.

...And here is one that is not-so-structured from Jill Sander Sring/Summer 2010.

style.com

Looks I like - Military Inspired

Just going through some images from the Fall 2010 shows on style.com for "research" and fell in love with this Military Look from Cynthia Steffe. This makes me want to pair a short, fitted leather jacket with some high-waisted, wide-leg trousers right now!

EMBELLISHED DETAILS

There is something so delightful about little embellishments. Rodarte gave us a preview this trend in this past Fall/Winter 09/10 Collection and to name a few, Prada and Givenchy incorporated dramatic use of sequins and beads in their Spring/ Summer 2010 collections.

RODARTE AUTUMN/WINTER 09-10

WGSN, my go-to guide for everything forecasted in the fashion industry, predicts we will see an update in the already current trend of sequins and beads in fresh, organic patterns. Next season, we will also see the use of embellishments in trousers and skirts.

Image found at WGSN

I think the idea of embellisments on skirts, dresses and trousers could spell tacky, over-done disaster, however, this dress works! It is organic, yet fresh and there is balance in both color and texture.