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Winter fashion trend update: 10 ways to shake up your look in 2013
From gothic statement jewellery to kimonos inspired by the Orient, here are 10 ways to update your wardrobe with the best fashion trends from the Fall/Winter 2012-13 runways.
by : Ava Baccari- Jan 31st, 2013
Fashion trend update: Black and white—and leather all over
Fall/Winter 2012-13 runway looks: Three-quarter-length sleeve leather blouses at Michael Kors; shiny, embossed skirts at Lanvin.
Your move: Search for your office wardrobe basics with black patent embellishments: leather shoulder caps, collars, elbow patches—we’re in.
TRY: Saint Laurent leather and cotton-jersey sweater ($750), at net-a-porter.com.
Fashion trend update: Crowning jewels
Fall/Winter 2012-13 runway looks: Ornate crystal and gold-tone filigree headbands at Dolce & Gabanna; gold stars peaking out of piled-high bouffants at Rodarte.
Your move: Slip a sleek gold hairband over messy chignons for a classic baroque finish to an all-black ensemble. How regal!
TRY: BCBG Max Azria metal leaf headband ($18), at bcbg.com.
Fashion trend update: Teen angst gone haute
Fall/Winter 2012-13 runway looks: Silk-embroidered crucifixes at Versace; underworld-inspired detailing with beaded and embroidered flowers at Christopher Kane.
Your move: Anything that would look at home on Rooney Mara—choppy bangs, metal embellishments—is your gateway to trying out the gothic trend. Your next best accessory this season? A moody scowl.
TRY: Eddie Borgo Silver-plated stone spike necklace ($117), at theoutnet.com.
Fashion trend update: Statement belt
Fall/Winter 2012-13 runway looks: Matching tangerine belt and pantsuit at Prada; waist-cinching leather corset belt at Haider Ackermann.
Your move: Wrap a cloth belt around your winter trench and tie into a bow at the waist—because “everything belted is automatically better” has become our motto this season.
TRY: MICHAEL Michael Kors python belt in black ($73.50), at eluxe.ca.
Fashion trend update: Royal blues
Fall/Winter 2012-13 runway looks: A mix of sheer and silk royal blue pieces at Alberta Ferretti; midnight embroidered jacquard pantsuit at Stella McCartney.
Your move: Go for bold in a statement sapphire coat; or take a more non-committal approach by trying the cobalt-winged eyeliner look seen at Anna Sui.
TRY: Hannah Trench ($298), at clubmonaco.ca.
Fashion trend lesson: 4 ways to wear the Fall/Winter 2012-13 graphic look
For a fashion trend update with a crimson or graphic twist, read on to the next page…
Fashion trend update: East meets west
Fall/Winter 2012-13 runway looks: Flower-patterned, boxy kimonos at Proenza Schouler; silk-printed dragon robes at Dries Van Noten.
Your move: Keep your look sleek yet subtle when donning matching brocaded prints with black stacked platform heels.
TRY: Print kimono by Oh My Love ($60), at topshop.com.
Fashion trend update: Layers upon layers—upon layers
Fall/Winter 2012-13 runway looks: Mixed-knits (including tinsel) for a theatrical style at Marc Jacobs; a pillowy turtleneck worn under a silk collared shirt at 3.1 Phillip Lim.
Your move: Cozy up to the softest fabrics of the winter season –cashmere, merino wool, knit—all in one chalet chic look.
TRY: Reed Krakoff honeycomb merino wool turtleneck sweater ($486.50), at theoutnet.com.
Fashion trend update: En pointe with the ‘50s
Fall/Winter 2012-13 runway looks: Gold metal pointy-toed pumps at Marni; sleek pencil skirts paired with close-fitting sweaters and shimmering statement necklaces at Bottega Veneta.
Your move: Pair slim black pencil skirt with pointy toe pumps and sheer socks. No bare ankles here!
TRY: Nicholas Kirkwood Block Heel Pump ($725), at modaoperandi.com.
Fashion trend update: Crimson corner
Fall/Winter 2012-13 runway looks: Red fur boas and matching leather opera gloves at Lanvin; shiny black leather coats with pops of crimson at Givenchy.
Your move: As an accent or whole-body ensemble (see mix of plush tomato scarves and coats at Haider Ackermann), a flush of red will liven up any day or night ensemble this season.
TRY: Kate Spade New York retro sunglasses ($143.25), at nordstrom.com.
Fashion trend update: Graphic warning
Fall/Winter 2012-13 runway looks: Boxy, oversized coats with OTT prints at Viktor & Rolf; structured (and sequined) peplum at Roberto Cavalli.
Your move: Literally any ensemble that defies your natural shape—whether with XXL coats or ruched detailing on a flared top—brings a playful update to your winter wardrobe.
TRY: H&M sleeveless top ($59.99), at hm.com./ca.
Read more:
Fall/Winter 2012 Trend Report
Fashion trend lesson: Four ways to wear leather
10 stylish ways to freshen up your office wardrobe
Fall 2012 fashion trend: Cobalt
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