Trends
Spring/Summer 2009 trends report
Sexy, feminine, glamorous ... the top 33 trends for Spring/Summer 2009.
by : ELLE Canada- Jan 26th, 2009
Ready for your spring fashion fix? Our editors bring you the runways’ top looks, from statement baubles to far east inspiration to the season’s hot hues: electric blue, shocking pink and notice-me chartreuse.
Pictured left to right: Donna Karan, Louis Vuitton, Stella MCCartney
Chic glam: Donna Karan Grand entrance or fab exit? Dressing up takes its cues from red-carpet Hollywood styling, with couture details, bejewelled shine and sensual draping.
Jewellery: Louis Vuitton Big, bold jewellery takes centre stage, from stones and sparkle to beads and baubles that scream “Notice me!”
The new sexy: Stella McCartney Celebrate the female form with shorter lengths, hourglass silhouettes, transparency and skin-baring cutaways.
Pictured left to right: Dries Van Noten, Lanvin, DSquared2
Asymmetry: Dries Van Noten Designers worked a different angle, balancing proportions with a variety of one-shouldered styles, uneven hems and off-centred pleating.
C’est bow: Lanvin Using its feminine charm, the bow becomes the most stylishly seductive detail punctuating this season.
Jersey: DSquared2 Cascades of soft jersey dressing paraded down the catwalk, reliving a ’70s Halston moment at the legendary Studio 54.
Pictured left to right: Zac Posen, Dolce & Gabbana, Lanvin
Round silhouette Ballooning, lighter-than-air shapes – the new geometric
silhouette – will have everyone going in circles.
Pictured left to right: Prada, Marc Jacobs, Derek Lam
Metallica Gold lamé, iridescent fabrics and metallic touches shine through in boy-cut suits, skirts with simple tops and classic – but – sexy cocktail numbers.
All images courtesy of Marcio Madeira
Pictured left to right: Jil Sander, Donna Karan, Christian Dior String fever: Jil Sander Get stranded with some fabulous fringe: The motif was served up frontier-filly style at Hermès and glam flapper chic at Jil Sander. Deconstructed style: Donna Karan Say goodbye to sculpted structure. Tailoring is more relaxed, with a focus on gently deflated or softened-up volume. Japonism: Christian Dior Take a trip to the Far East and discover kimono
Satin glow Solid or print, day or night, slightly shimmery or all-out shine, satin charmeuse is thefabric for spring.
Nude awakening Get naked-or so it would seem, as designers flaunted delicate shades of rose, blush and buff.
Sheer delight: Christian Dior, Louis Vuitton Using layers and cut-outs, play a game of peekaboo with see-through chiffon, net and gauze. 1980s: Celine Exposed zippers, sharp-shouldered jackets, sky-high strappy sandals and deconstructed shapes: Love it or hate it, the bold ’80s are back! All images courtesy of Marcio Madeira |
Pictured left to right: Louis Vuitton, Proenza Schouler, Balmain Shoulder play Fashion’s in love with the new erogenous zone: Whether draped at Balenciaga, bump-peaked at Balmain or Minnie Moused at Dolce &
The band Jump on the bandwagon in body-con ’80s bandage dressing –
Cocktail dresses Ultra-feminine, chic and shoulder-baring, the It dress is ready for a season of seduction.
Romance Gossamer, flowing forms, floor-sweeping styles, washed-out hues and ruffles and lace all set the tone for a dreamy, fairy- tale summer. All images courtesy of Marcio Madeira |
Pictured left to right: Lanvin, Michael Kors, Celine Draping: Lanvin The star detail for spring! Designers worked fabric until it blossomed and billowed into soft folds of puffed, weightless volume. Graphic language: Michaels Kors Collections were punched up with bold prints and patterns, from basic stripes and polka dots to gilded mosaic squares. Ombre Dip-dye effects make for a pretty approach to spring dressing as colours fade from dark to light.
Pastel shades Summer colours take on a sweet softness in the faded, washed-out hues of pale rose, sky blue, mint green and jonquil yellow.
Mix ‘n’ match: Marc Jacobs Break all the rules! Play with patterns, colours and patchwork for a psychedelic, quirky cool. Rumple time: Prada Texture dominated the runways as designers went for undone chic in crinkled, crumpled and rumpled looks. Desert life: Ralph Lauren For a summer wardrobe update, explore your inner fashion tribe with a neutral colour palette of tan, sand and khaki.
Get sporty For movement and effortless style on and off the court, go for the volume-focused tailoring of drawstring details, cargo pants and shrunken anoraks. All images courtesy of Marcio Madeira |
Pictured left to right: D&G, Marc Jacobs, Michael Kors High seas Set sail on a nautical theme of red, white and blue with everything from retro striped sweaters and high-waist sailor pants to flag-print wedge sandals.
Pants Choose from boy-cut, dhoti, pyjama, harem, skinny or cargo, but remember: They should be cropped or rolled for an ankle-baring look.
BF jacket: DKNY Roomy, rectangular and with a whole lot of slouch, the boyfriend jacket is spring’s new topper. Crisp white: Dries Van Noten Short- or long-sleeved, tucked in or not, layered or on its own, the classic cotton shirt is a simplified, anytime solution to urban elegance. Jump-start: Chloe The onesie is all grown up: Whether it’s Stella McCartney’s sleek, tailored cuts or DKNY’s sporty, slouchy styles, dressing just got easier – and it’s so much fun!
Colourama Spin the colour wheel and dive into a kaleidoscope of happy hues: saffron, orange, yellow, chartreuse, coral, pink, fuchsia, turquoise, electric blue… All images courtesy of Marcio Madeira |
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