TREND FORECAST: sheer pants

hermes, style

Something I love seeing this (and last) spring- and hope to see more of on the street: layer upon layer of filmy blacks and whites, varying in opacity, length, and movement. While textures not the focus in these monochromatic looks, interest is created on the building of layers upon layers. It reminds of me of an ink wash drawing, layering from light to dark. I love the slightly grungy, rock-n-roll feel-- but totally clean, finished, and polished.

givenchy, style

My favorite piece from runways are the sheer pants used as a layering piece. It is a refreshing transition from the legging, but light and airy, and while sheer, doesn't hug all of the curves. Though in sharp blacks and whites, these clothes whisper of their strength without shouting.

 

From top: Balenciaga, Dries Van Noten, Givenchy (both), Narcisco Rodriguez, Hussein Chalayan. Style

TREND FORECAST: the long skirt

 lanvin, style

Runway shows are a place where designers can indulge in their dramatic, showstopping fantasies. Project Runway is a perfect example, where the designer with the floor-sweeping gown is often the winner of the challenge (or at least highly praised). This season, after a long run of minimalism and focus on wearability, designers got to play designer- and many didn't hold back, freely using yards of fabric for long, flowing full skirts and dresses.

The interesting take on all of these pieces is that they are all still...wearable. Unlike a big, over-the-top evening gown, these pieces all have a light, casual air about them. It was a refreshing sight after many seasons of "HARD" fashion: short, constructed tulip skirts, sparse (clean) pantsuits, crisp suiting fabrics- and too-tight-too-short body-conscious leggings and bodysuits.

Detailed patterns were printed onto sheer chiffons, and skirts were cut in full, floor-sweeping lengths in fabrics with gorgeous drape. Everything was cut to move freely, gracefully, and breezily. It was a visual breath of fresh air. We'll be seeing more of the long skirt!

 From Top: Alexander McQueen, Derek Lam, Emilio Pucci, Christian Dior, Lanvin. All images: Style

LIFE: vote for me! paradise hunter

I've entered a contest to become the next Paradise Hunter travel host, and am reaching out for your support! I know I don't post many pictures of myself here on the blog, but I figure this more than makes up for it!



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TREND FORECAST: links links links!

 

 i've been linked!

How cool is that? Thanks everyone, and especially Patty of havingstar! I have been linked to a Taiwanese fashion blog for my fashion forecasting! Too bad I have no idea what it says- but here is my original post.

You can see the link here at this site: http://tw.myblog.yahoo.com/havingstar-2006