The Christmas decorations are just recently put away and in many areas of the country we’re still getting a few snowflakes falling from time to time but in the world of fashion, the Spring shows are history and the collections are already arriving in store. That means it’s a new year, time for new looks and a perfect opportunity to start transitioning your winter wardrobe with some fabulous spring style.
Ladylike elegance of the 1950s and 60s ruled the runway for Spring 11, probably having something to do with the continued popularity of the TV show Mad Men (pictured above). This continued into a stream of 1970s themes like Marc Jacobs vibrant collection and the ‘bohemian beachcomber done luxe’ of Emilio Pucci, Jacobs especially seeming to draw on powerhouses of the era like Missoni and YSL.
Free People Sheer Maxi Slipdress ($98). Pedro Garcia ‘Ibiza’ Satin espadrille flat ($325). Free People ‘Up in the Clouds’ Tunic Sweater ($108).
Styles are clean and crisp, even minimal in some cases. Nudes and neutrals, sheer fabric and layers dominate. In shoes: wedges, ballerinas, flat sandals and lace up oxfords were shown in leathers and satins with cork and woven detailing. Bling was replaced with glittering gold. Prints are back in a big way with botanical and florals. Stripes made a statement especially on the runways of Prada and Jil Sander.
Moody Mamas Maternity Ruched Stripe Tunic ($68). Maternal America Harem Pants ($68). Pedro Garcia ‘Rainia’ woven wedge platform sandal ($395). Proenza Schouler PS1 medium linen satchel ($1485). Turquoise & gold multi-strand necklace ($118). Gold & turquoise shell necklace ($78).
Kensie Faux Fur Vest ($59.90). Stripe jersey maxi dress ($24.95 – H&M in stores). Lanvin ‘Puzzle’ peep toe wedge ($1280).
More Spring ’11 styles for mama to come later. Check back tomorrow for baby’s Spring must-haves!
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