Monday, April 11, 2011

The 70s are Back!

One of the hottest spring and summer fashion trends of 2011 has been 1970s glamour.  High waisted wide leg trousers, flowing maxi dresses, and floppy sun hats are catching our attention this spring.  This is not only because they are in sharp contrast to the leggings and skinny jeans that have been on trend for the past few years, but because they are things that we can often find in our mothers closets.
Here are some of the major looks hitting the runway right now:
Wide leg, high waisted trousers:  


 Stella McCartney Spring 2011                  Derek Lam RTW Spring 2011                             Akis Spring 2011

These trousers are skin tight at the top, and more than comfortably loose on the bottom.  This allows the natural waist (smallest part of the body hint hint) to maintain definition, while allowing the flared bottoms to balance the shoulders.  Can anyone say flattering?
Jumpsuits:
I really only have one thing to say:  1 piece of clothing=1 outfit.  Score!
                 
Max Mara RTW Spring 2011                                                   Elie Saab Summer 2011                                                Michalski Spring 2011

Maxi Dresses:
We fashionistas are no strangers to the maxi dress.  It has appeared time and again in summer wardrobes over the past few years.  This year’s maxis are different however.  They are not just cute cotton bathing suit cover ups.  They are embellished, they have bold bright prints, they are GLAMOUROUS.  Check it out.
                                                                       
Derek Lam SS 2011                                                       Emilio Pucci Spring 2011                                         Anthropologie Summer 2011

Other 70s trends to consider:
Floppy Sun hats
Hoop Earrings
Wedges
Peasant dresses
A-line and Circle skirts

Well now that you can see how prominent the 1970s have become in todays fashion, maybe you’ll think twice about throwing out your old flares.  OR, if you are in need of a wardrobe update, check out our shop (link).

Cristina
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