Marni clothing was especially popular at recent Milan fashion shows. The line of clothing offers British women a look that works especially well for the spring and summer months. New favourites featured at the shows included bright pastel colours. They make an impressive statement in a way that broadly appeals to women of various age groups. Coat dresses and A-line dresses are some of the most popular new looks in this line.
What to Expect
The dresses are some of the most popular items in the line’s collections. Bold colours and patterns are used on many of the dresses. There are also find dresses in this line that use solid colours that can be paired with a jacket or cardigan. Many of the jackets are available in darker tones that compliment dresses of any colour. You can also buy bold-looking jackets that use leather in bright colours or fleece material. Skirts and trousers are available in several styles to match the tops available.
Exciting Accessories
The Marni look will be complete with some of the available accessories. Shoes are available in several colours, and many feature wedge heels for additional height. Some are in a sandal style that looks great during the warmer months. Lace-up shoes are perfect for the cooler seasons of autumn and winter. Outfits can be teamed with Marni wallets or bags, which are available in typical leather colours, such as brown, black and white, as well as brighter colours. There are also several belt designs available that are designed to go with the current dresses.
Marni Spring/Summer 2012 Collection
The denim jacket, one of the most popular forms of clothing in the 80′s, has recently been making a comeback in the world of men’s fashion. In recent years the denim jacket has been making appearances in both the catwalk and on high streets. Partly responsible for this recent fashion trend are Doctor Who actor, Matt Smith and Kills’ guitarist, Jamie Hince, both of whom have been spotted wearing stone washed denim jackets.
Wearing a Denim Jacket
The best way to wear a denim jacket is with a retro t-shirt and a pair of shorts or chinos. Contrast is obviously a very important aspect of the denim look. It is recommended that you try to avoid the double-denim style, unless you are sporting two very different washes. Usually dark trousers will work better with light denim and vice versa. You can either go for a full casual look with a printed tee or opt for a smarter style with Republic shirts, which would be ideal for a night out.
Another great way to wear denim is to go for the all white look. This can be great if you have a beige or cream jacket and trousers. The added edition of sunglasses and black shoes makes for a great combination and is sure to make you stand out in a crowd. It’s good to have a selection of jackets and coats in your wardrobe and a denim jacket makes for a nice change especially when you’re not wearing jeans.
Denim Jackets
Designers continued to go retro this season by pushing the high-waist pants trend onto the runways for their autumn/winter collections. Impeccably chic and very seventies, the high-waist pants are both loved and hated, but can definitely not be ignored as they hit the ramps this season.
Retro-Style
High-waist pants, hitting the highs of one’s figure and flattering the waist, bring a sleek new look to one’s wardrobe. For an absolutely stunning look, combine high-waist flares with the same coloured turtleneck blouse to give the impression of really long legs, then accessorize with a tiny belt.
Trend-setting designers experimented with pinstripes and flares, combining the high-waist pants with silk blouses and technicolour shirts to create figure-flattering outfits that are kind to even not-so-slim waists. These pants are great for women with small tummies, as well-tailored high-waist pants serve as amazing tummy-cinchers. Dressed up with chunky heeled shoes, the high-waist pants create a sleek, sophisticated look.
A tip for the winter season is to pair these pants with woollens rather than silk and ultra-soft fabrics. Also consider wearing the high-waist pants with a jacket as these pants tend to make hips look wider than they actually are. For women with more athletic figures, however, the high-waist can be worn with a tucked-in top minus the jacket.
While choosing a pair of high-waist pants, make sure your pair fits perfectly. The key is to have the waistband sit snugly against your middle. This makes for the tailored fit that truly flatters the figure and creates an hourglass impression.
The high-waist has always been a controversial style, but fashion experts are praising the trend as one to be embraced this year. High-waist denims are also seeing a surge in retail stores with jeans manufacturers stocking stores with the seventies inspired flares. Complimented perfectly with a tank top or a peasant blouse, the high-waist denims create a flawless retro look. The style is about tucking the top in so as to appear taller and thinner, so choose your blouse or top carefully. Accessorize with bangles and rings and a pair of sunglasses for a look that is pure chic.
High Waisted jeans
Paisley prints, traditionally associated with class and style are currently seeing resurgence this autumn and winter. Paisley‘s popularity among designers has seen this pretty pink appear on everything from dresses to accessories like bags and scarves, making it one of the coolest looks of the season.
Distinctive Prints
The paisley print looks good and fits nicely this autumn and winter season with combinations like jeans, dressy pants, skinny jeans, leggings and even corduroy. Paisley prints are versatile enough to lend themselves to a variety of outfit styles. Drape a paisley scarf around a neutral shade dress and achieve instant style, or combine a paisley print dress with high-heeled sandals and a monochrome bag to get a super chic look. Paisley adds a generous dose of class to any wardrobe.
From colourful, florid to elegant coloured patterns, paisley stoles and scarves stand out with their patterns. Popular this season is the Kashmiri paisley print, most notably the pashmina paisley. Kashmiri paisley, also known as block print paisley, is especially popular because of its classic design. Candy-coloured Kashmiri paisley pants, teamed up with flat sandals and a simple cotton shirt are just what you need to create a relaxed, laidback look this season.
Paisley print shawls are also big this season, with bold prints in neutral colours creating a distinctive look. Designers have also experimented with women’s jackets. Especially popular is the reversible paisley printed jacket, available in a number of colours. Loose-fitting and stylishly cut, the paisley jacket is an ultra-cool combination of modern design and traditional prints and looks great with evening wear.
Paisley has also found its way into accessories like bags and ladies socks, making a pretty statement in both neutral shades and bolder colours like green and blue. This pretty print is a great alternative to bolder, louder prints. If you prefer something more subtle and classy, paisley is the way to go. For a Bohemian look, popular this season, slip on some bangles and Birkenstocks with a paisley dress. Go paisley this season and take advantage of the print’s classy, stylish look to enhance your wardrobe.
Paisley
For many, autumn is a great season for fashion. With the onset of cooler weather comes the opportunity for layers and rich colours to make a return appearance. Autumn 2011 sportswear trends are full of opportunities for men to indulge in rich tones such as merlot, dark blue and chocolate. You will find no shortage of layers in this season’s sportswear either, where the emphasis is on volume. Autumn 2011 sportswear is also full of unexpected materials and touches that make even the most classic of pieces look new and fresh plus a number of brands have picked up on this, this season, none more so than American College brand Franklin and Marshall. One recurring sportswear trend that pops up in many shows is panels of leather, neoprene and nylon showing up on jackets and coats.
This season’s sportswear puts an emphasis on sophisticated grown-up casual. Gone are the days of grunge and sloppy chic Gio Goi have a cool selection of sportswear which has a great fashion edge. Today’s Fall Sportswear is more tailored, buttoned up and put together. Jil Sander and Burberry’s takes on grown-up casual is inspired by the military. Jil Sander puts their vintage spin on this Fall’s hottest trend while Burberry takes their cue from a modern military look with army green hued coats and Royal Airforce flying jackets. YSL put their focus on volume this season showing many layered looks including oversized draped jackets over vests and jersey like knits. To contrast these highly masculine themes, Hermes, always known for the edgy fashion sense, showcases a line heavy in velvet.
Sportswear styles
Just when it seemed that the skinny jean had hit its zenith and may soon be making an exit, designers such as Calvin Klein are continuing to show this hard to wear trend. Slim fit trousers present a style challenge to the heavy set or conservative male proving that although the style may be widespread on runways and in fashion magazines, not all trends are right for everyone. Men are not immune to the desire to keep up with what’s new in fashion, but certain trends require an assessment of one’s body type and personal style before jumping in with both feet. There are variations within the slim fit trend that will flatter every shape while staying within the main concept.
One of the big pushes this autumn was for slim fit jeans and trousers in a variety of unexpected colours such as bright blue and grey denim. Some designers pair bright blue slim trousers with a more conservative knee length grey coat to make the look wearable for the masses. Others show that grey hued denim brings the slim fit pant a more masculine look when paired with sneakers and tee shirts. Instead of the waif-like models seen on the runways, some designers prove that a man with a more muscular physique can pull off the trend just as well by allowing the skinny jean to compliment a defined pair of legs.
If you’re looking to add some chic daytime pieces to your wardrobe, luxury lightweight knitwear, relaxed fit dresses and statement tops and tees then you can’t go wrong with clothing from Vila. The fashion brand offers clothing for the Adventurous Girl who is not a fashion victim but instead is graceful and fashion conscious. Following fashion trends you can easily pick key pieces out to complete your looks for every season.
Vila clothes have a wide range of shops around Europe including Scandinavia, Netherland, Ireland, Germany, plus they also sell wholesale to customers in Scandinavia, Iceland, Benelux, France, UK, Netherland and Ireland. Here in the UK you can buy Vila clothing from a number of retailers including Republic.
If you like fashion and the freedom what to wear what you want and when to wear it when you want then Vila clothing is for you. Reasonably priced latest trends and key style pieces you can’t go wrong.
Vila clothing
Olympic fever has already gripped the nation and it is not surprising that the up-and-coming London Olympic Games have inspired many of the looks for spring/summer 2012. At Paris Fashion Week, Givenchy’s Wimbledon-green suit won over the crowd faster than Usain Bolt can sprint his way to medal success, but while sport is the overarching trend on spring/summer menswear, the trend is associated with varying degrees of success. Turn to designer Dries Van Noten, whose Paris collection consisted of desirable yet minimalist sportswear-inspired looks, for an insight into how this trend can work for the not-so-sporty among us.
In spring 2012, expect to snap up a sporty parka or mac in navy, wet-look brown or upbeat yellow – perfectly practical for British weather. Dig out your old rugby shorts and embrace the look envisaged on the catwalks by Margaret Howell. If you don’t want to be missed or if you get caught in the rain, try a red nylon cape for size, as brought to the table by Martin Margiela. Perhaps the best way in which to rock the sportswear look – without forking out for a gym membership – is to dust down your old-school footwear. Think Nike and New Balance – but without the socks.
Olympic Logo
The famous dress worn by Amy Winehouse on her Back to Black album cover will auctioned to raise money for the charity created in her memory. It is expected to raise up to £20,000 for the Amy Winehouse Foundation which is a charitable trust set up by the late singer’s family.
The memorable printed chiffon dress was returned to Thailand-based designer Disaya after the album cover shoot in 2006 and now the designer has decided to put it up for auction at La Galleria, London, on November 29. All the proceeds will go to the foundation which has been set up to support charitable activities for vulnerable young people after the death of Amy Winehouse in July.
Fashion auctioneer Kerry Taylor said: “In my opinion, what makes this particular dress so special is that it is an emblematic reminder of the magic voice and sublime talent of Amy Winehouse – a sound that resonates with an entire generation, and always will.”
The Back to Black was a multi-platinum-selling album and sold at least 3.2 million copies to date and features chart hits Rehab and You Know I’m No Good.
Amt WInehouse Back to Black Album cover
Loose cut, voluminous jackets are the trend of autumn/winter 2011. If you were prone to trying on your father’s jackets when you were younger, this trend is for you. Of course, like many trends, the loose cut jacket can be difficult to pull off with confidence.
There are many types of loose cut jackets rocking it out in clothes stores this season. There’s the more conservative loose cut jacket. This jacket has been inspired by the 1960s and takes the appearance of a single breasted jacket that looks like it’s a several sizes too large. It’s great if you want a casual relaxed look worn with a t-shirt and 883 Police jeans or cord trousers. Look out for jackets with volume in the torso and seamlessness in the shoulders. When the shoulders are tailored in, the jacket still appears to fit and won’t fall off the shoulders. This makes the “statement” look easier to pull off as it doesn’t look like you have taken the wrong jacket home with you following a trip to the pub.
Loose cut jackets are best worn with skinny suit trousers or skinny Voi jeans. Slim trousers and jeans will accentuate the size of the jacket yet ensure that the overall look is aesthetically pleasing. Pay close attention to peaked lapel jackets from Raf Simons – these will help you to create the catwalk look.