Trend Report SS2018: Socks in Sandals

It’s the ultimate in-between-seasons trend. When it’s still just a little too cold to rock your summer shoes, yet you’re so over your fall booties too. It’s about time to set up some stylish sock-in-shoe combinations. And Italian brands like Fendi, Gucci, Prada and Miu Miu show you just how it’s done. Ankle socks, knee socks or stay ups; they all suit this spring trend perfectly and will help you prevent getting cold feet ;-). Some suggestions: a pop of color (Prada, Burberry, Miu Miu), some argyle prints (Burberry), stripes (Fendi) or polka dots ( Gucci). Just have a little fun with it and don’t hold back. Let those statement socks try and beat your fanciest spring shoes in the battle of most jaw dropping / show stopping. Great shoes can take you great places but combined with a cool pair of socks you can conquer to world (or at least spring season 2018).

Trend Report SS2018: Statement Sunglasses

When it comes to sunnies you basically have two great style options this summer. You either go big & bold like Coach, Lanvin and Fendi. Or you go sharply shaped/cateye-ish like the ones we spotted at Acne, Prada, MSGM, Gurung, Rochas and Rykiel. Either way you’re bound to get tons of comments throughout the day. These sunglasses aren’t called statement makers for no reason! So it’s up to you to decide. Will you go dreamy and retro of fierce and futuristic? Whatever style you choose these glasses can make your #ootd and are sure to get you some extra likes on the gram. Sunny side up!

Trend Report SS2018: Metallic Make-up

It’s been one of the biggest growing make-up trends and it’s here to stay (FW2018 is already further elaborating on this trend): metallics! And we don’t jus mean a shiny eye shadow we’re talking Kira Kira, bling bling! So this comes down to chunky, shiny beads, glitters and sequins on eyes (Undercover), cheeks (Jeremy Scott), lips (Dries van Noten) and hands (Scognamiglio). It’s like wearing a new piece of jewelry, on your face! So don’t hold back and live your metallic make-up moment to the fullest. Sparkle, shimmer and shine bright like a diamond!

Trend Report SS2018: Out of the (hat) box

Forget fisherman’s hats and flat caps, if your hat game is going to be anything this season it’s bold and out of the box! No rules, no restrictions; if you want to give this hat trend a good chance you go all out! So start vintage shopping and market strolling for the craziest, most ridiculous and extraordinary hat or head piece and rock it like your life’s depending on it. A big (Easter bunny) bow as seen at Delpozo perhaps? A funky cap in the brightest pink (see Area and Byblos)? A safari hat (Loewe) or the floppiest of all hats out there (Missoni)? A sporty sun cap (Fenty), an extra elegant braided hat (Comey) or a simple scarf tied around the head in the most classic way. Hats off to this trend for making dress up styles become (somewhat) everyday pieces.

Trend Report SS2018: Aloha

Aloha! No matter the temperature; SS2018 is going to be exotic. Marc Jacobs went all out with kaftans and turbans in the most colorful and tropical prints. At Versace skirts and bikini tops were just as bright and poppy. Gucci sent out the ultimate Hawaiian inspired skirt suit (paired with glittery gloves and a pile of necklaces). As Dries van Noten created the chicest flora and fauna print mix. At Elie Saab we witnessed a complete line-up of palm tree inspired/printed dresses. And then Peter Pilotto and Delpozo joined in on the foreign fun. If this image gallery doesn’t get you in the mood for hot summer days and long summer nights, we don’t know what will. Be Palm Beach ready whatever beach you’ll be flaunting around on.

Trend Report SS2018: Ear Party

Whoever ditched her earrings for season after season (like we did) is now in for a treat. Time to change up the accessory game and stack up on some fresh ear pieces. Right, it’s not just rings or studs anymore. A good ear party requires some out of the box thinking. Who doesn’t want a pink horse (like Gigi at Maxwell) in her ears? Or why not go all out with the loveliest, asymmetrical flower pieces? Speaking of asymmetry, Missoni and Zimmerman painted a pretty one statement piece picture. We spotted life size pearls at Undercover as well as the chunkiest metallic hoops at Fenty. Chandelier inspired designs made their way onto the Dries van Noten and Etro runway. As Acne went for something quite arty. Lots of style options for a good game of ear accessorizing. And might you think this is all still a little too subtle? The combination of powerful eye make-up and a stunner ear game worked pretty well at Comey, Undercover, Marni and Antonio Marras. So. join in on the fun while it lasts and have a great ear party!

Trend Report SS2018: Summer Plaid

From perfect picnic plaids to subtle tweed patterns; the summer check is here. From grey colored head to toe suit up looks (Ralph Lauren) to vibrant dresses (Marni) the summer plaid comes in enough shapes and sizes to have just about everyone joining in on the fun. A waist belt (McQueen) and/or bare legs (Versus) add for some sexiness. Although Rykiel proves you can look just as feminine in an oversized, checked kaftan. Clown meets cool might be the perfect description for this look. And your number one go to shop destination for this look? Burberry will have you checked up with the coolest summer looks. Now let’s start stacking up on some checks!

 

Trend Report SS2018: Suits (you perfectly)

Never though you’d be wearing a suit off duty? Think again. This summer you’re bound to suit up for just about any occasion given the fact that this business chic look comes in many different options. From pastel colored (Victoria Beckham, Gucci, MaxMara) and striped (Dolce & Gabbana, Emporio Armani) to denim (Dior) and extra vibrant (Versace, Marc Jacobs). Have your pick and start casualizing (if that was ever a word). Just add sneakers, a fanny pack, brooches (Dries van Noten), a beret (Dior), a good pair of sunnies (Gucci) as well as a good pair of loafers (Galliano) and you can go from desk to dinner (or dawn). Office proof meets street chic. Let’s suit up for summer!

 

Trend Report SS2018: Pastel Party

If you’d had to pick the ultimate Easter brunch look this trend offers you all the inspiration you might need. Besides, nothing says ‘spring’ like a pastel perfect ensemble. Just ask Bottega Veneta, Dries van Noten and Marni, to name just a few. From baby blue and peach to lavender and lemon; your favorite sorbet flavour might just make the ultimate on trend look. Whether fringe (Bottega Veneta) or fur (Burberry), shiny (Tom Ford) or sheer (Carolina Herrera) this flirty and feminine look matches any style. Yet we’re mostly crushing the pink + yellow Céline, a color combination we’re probably going to see a lottt this summer. Are you feeling the soft color palette? And if so, which pastel party will you be attending?

 

Paris Fashion Week FW2018 Trend Recap

Spring is in the air and fashion month is over. Time to elaborate on everything we’ve seen. You’ve seen our Milan Recap now let’s summ up some of the Paris Fashion Week highlights. In terms of beauty the sky was the limit as gold colored hair, rainbow eyeshadow and extraordinary frizz made it’s way onto the runway. Fashion wise big themes were protective (layers) of clothing), futuristic, shiny designs, the eighties, cinched waists, logomania, crazy headpieces, plaids and a good mixing game of street and chic. And while you probably don’t want to wear anything else but your pj’s now, after a month filled with fashion, here’s what to look forward to. Five trends you’ll be rocking a year from now.

Romanctic & dreamy dresses (for days)

All wrapped up (toss on blankets) – as seen in Milan

Wild thoughts

Layering game

High shine

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