Street Analysis Fall 2011: Twinkle, Twinkle December 9
Colour & Trends, Footwear
Sparkle, glitter, sequins, metallic sheen – fashion’s love affair with everything bling continues. And if there were prizes for the most popular shoe of the season, Miu Miu would certainly win with their glitter pumps on a banana heel. It was a silhouette favoured by many in the fashion capitals this fall. READ MORE +
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Street Analysis Fall 2011: Formal Affair December 7
Colour & Trends, Footwear
Tuxedo slippers, a staple of manor house drawing rooms in the 20s and later on men’s only footwear option for formal evening attire has found its way into modern daytime. The high-lipped, up-front flat provided fashion relief from high heels this season. Contemporary materials and treatments, such as spikes, crystals and animal patterns added a fresh spin besides the classic velvet, embroidered or monogram slipper. READ MORE +
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Street Analysis Fall 2011:Wrist Action December 6
Colour & Trends, Jewelry
Many created an individual trend statement this fall by layering multiple bracelets over a watch. Some preferred classic bangles; others combined chains or fabric friendship strings with colourful plastic beads. And then there was tough elegance with pyramid studs or lion head doorknockers on leather bracelets. An artsy crafty look was achieved via wooden beads and a tied kerchief layered under chains. READ MORE +
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Street Analysis Fall 2011: The Doctor Is In December 5
Colour & Trends, Handbags
Whether authentic thrift shop vintage or deceptively new, the old fashioned doctor’s satchel has been dusted off and was spotted in London and Paris being worn by young men and women alike. And since the look of structured bags is definitely on the rise these hard frame satchels are right on trend. READ MORE +
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Street Analysis Fall 2011:Fluo – Bring It On December 1
Colour & Trends, Footwear, Handbags, Jewelry
Fluorescent shades are no longer hovering in the background but have moved full front and center. Fashionistas in London, Paris and Milan went for the fluo challenge with transparent shirts, lace skirts, socks, clutches, bags and shoes. It’s a fluo moment – now and spring ’12 or never! READ MORE +


