Happy New Year!
With the arrival of 2017 comes a whole new bunch of glitzy, glamorous trends as well as bold innovative twists on old favorites. Finally, the fashion world will see a move away from the skinny jean, de rigueur for many seasons, and see the introduction of structured tailored trousers as well as loud stripes, cute sneakers and artistic prints. These pieces are perfect for relaxed lunches, casual catch ups with friends and laid back board meetings, you’ll be able to dress them up and down all year long as well as mixing them with some wardrobe staples.
J.Crew – Polka-dot Tulle-trimmed Striped Jersey Top
Stripes
Known in the industry as the ‘new white T-shirt’ stripes will continue to dominate the catwalks and thus the shop windows this year. A smart monochrome striped shirt dress paired with chunky silver accessories and black wedges is perfect for work, while you’ll feel casual yet fashionable in a simple striped T-shirt, boyfriend jeans and nude ballet flats out on a coffee run. If you’re cute and curvy avoid horizontal stripes as they can make you look bigger than you actually are, for those who wish they had a more defined waist chevron stripes will help to give the illusion of an hourglass figure.
Kate Spade S070276
Cute Sneakers
Long gone are the days of plain white pumps. This is the year of the glitter, colored, and even cartoon style emoji patterned sneaker so the busier the better. Think purple satin, wild leopard and jewel coloured tones as well as embracing your creativity by planning your outfits around you snazzy sneakers. Bring out your inner dancing queen with a tulle skirt, lace top and silver glitter sneakers for a twist on the date night LBD. When summer comes step out in your satin sneakers paired with gorgeous Maxi dresses for beautiful, boho looks and don’t forget your cat eye shades.
Elie Tahari York Sleeveless Watercolor Maxi Dress
Artistic Prints
Unleash your inner artist by wearing one of 2017’s best trends yet comprising of pastel colored prints, watercolor inspired dresses and swirling multi-colored patterns. Designers continue to be inspired by past masters, new contemporary painters and even student art shows when it comes to creating these artsy, flowing garments. Pair a gorgeous silk print blouse with a pair of wide leg white trousers and statement cherry red mules for the ultimate outfit of the day.
Prada Suede Bow Mule Flat
Magical Mules
This year 90’s favorite the mule is once again going to dominate the street with high heel mules, flat mules, low block mules, velvet mules, sneaker mules and print mules all fighting for our love. The mule started making a comeback late last year, taking over from the impossibly high stiletto heel and women everywhere breathed a sigh of relief. Over the next few months you’re going to see every style, color, and pattern of mule imaginable and you’re going to want every single pair!
Women’s Current/elliott Cable Knit Cardigan
Easy Elegance
We saw a glimpse of casual athletic wear on the runway last year and you’ll be pleased to know it’s making a welcome return. Structured shirts, slouchy cardigans and cropped trousers will be among the rise of easy elegance clothing which finally satisfies our desire to feel comfortable while looking gorgeous.
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