Queen of Hearts February 7
Colour & Trends, Jewelry
It’s time to give Valentine’s Day hearts a new spin. The luck of the dice, a lucky break and handcrafted asymmetry are worked into fresh heart options. Plain or woven leather bracelets and whimsical charm earrings incorporate the classic motif in a casual way. Diamonds cascading over gold heart pendants are a modern update of the traditional. READ MORE +
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Summer Brass February 3
Colour & Trends, Jewelry
Metals are one of earth’s precious resources, and the alloy of zinc and copper creating shiny brass has been forged into jewelry ever since the antiquity. This spring will see a renaissance of this ancient favourite. It’s versatile, easy to work with and less expensive than gold but still providing golden sheen. There will be chains, filigree earrings, important pendant necklaces, jewel-encrusted bibs, and even decorative safety pins READ MORE +
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Street Fashion: Summer Down Under January 11
Colour & Trends
Fashion goes global with summer down under in full swing. Although key trends in Australia mirror U.S. and European fashions there was a little different spin on them. Vibrant shades of cobalt, royal, jade, coral and burnt orange were amply represented as well as primitive and ethnic prints, antique lace and feminine florals. READ MORE +
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Retail Analysis Fall 2011: Felt December 25
Accessories, Colour & Trends, Footwear, Handbags
It’s getting cold, and boiled wool and loden, favourite outerwear materials have ventured into accessories this fall in felted versions. Cloche hats and fedoras were obvious choices. Cold weather wraps in bold two-tones looked new, and shoes and bags got “felted” as well. READ MORE +
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Retail Analysis Fall 2011:Ponchos & Capes December 12
Accessories, Colour & Trends
Capes appeared on runways three years ago, and it has taken until this season for them to gain momentum. The three quarter “bobby cape” length was the most popular for juniors whereas knee-length options prevailed for a more sophisticated customer. Knitted ponchos were riding the cape wave as well with fur trimmed, fringed and capelet versions. READ MORE +
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