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The transparent look was all over the Spring 2008 runways at Jil Sander, Alessandro Dell'Aqua, Stella McCartney and Christian Dior.Delicate fabrics like chiffon were mixed with muted colours and pastels to create a fairy-tale inspired looks that was ultra feminine. It’s really whimsical, ethereal, and not to mention sexy without being trashy.
Unless you were a supermodel, or a fashion daredevil like Tilda Swinton, Madonna or Eva Green, this look was not for you, as it was very hard to pull off.
Full skirts were very much a trend of Spring 2008. Skirts were clinched at the waist and voluminous of varying lengths.This type of skirt was very easy to wear because the cut covers all imperfections, whilst also defining a waist. It was fun, feminine and flirty.
This trend worked best with a tight fitting top, to further emphasis the waist, which all the celebs above adopted.Diane Kruger was one of the few celebs, to dare to wear this trend in a mini.The best thing about this trend, is that it worked for any body shape.
As a beautiful but heartless thief, Tippi Hedren's Marnieexuded an air of chilly, monied fabulousness Hitchcock loved in his leading ladies - complete with an elegant wardrobe fit for riding horses and other activities partaken by a lovely lady of leisure. To get the look, shimmy into this Balmain skinny cargo pant and pair with an elegant puff sleeve turtleneck under a natty equestrian-chic Smythe Herringbone jacket. Appropriately snobby finishing touches include mysterious shades, elegant accessories, and classic trench...which can all be bought at Net-a-Porter
Fashion and art collided in an explosion of painted prints on the Spring 2008 runways. Leading the charge were Dolce & Gabbana.The nature of the artistic prints trends had us wondering if we should wear it, or hang it on the wall.
Celebs took to the red carpet, mostly in Dolce & Gabbana, which just went to prove how right the designer got this trend.
Looking back on Spring 2008, the most beautiful ruffled dresses this season were from Lanvin, Ralph Lauren and Giambattista Valli. If money was no object I would have spent heavily on Lanvin.Romantic blouses, flirty dresses, and filmy skirts showcased the lady-like look
Celebrities embraced the ruffles look, which was seen as the hot romantic trend, and they were everywhere.Rihanna surprised everyone when she wore a yellow Giambattista Valli gown to this years BET Awards
It was Natalie Portman who embraced this trend more than any other celebrity, wearing 3 Lanvin ruffled dresses in one week at the Cannes Film Festival.
On Friday, Spring 2009 Fashion Week kicks off in New York.I will be excitedly glued to my computer studying each outfit that hits the runway via Style.com, like I am revising for an exam.The schedule has me excitedly waiting to seem designers like Monique Lhuillier, Brian Reyes, Marc Jacobs, 3.1 Philip Lim, Naeem Khan, and many more.Everyday this week, I will be looking back at the many Spring 2008 trends as we say goodbye to them to them and hello to Spring 2009.First off florals.There were flowers all over the runways, everything was coming up roses, tulips, peonies, and poppies.Ralph Lauren did formal florals, Stella McCartney had laid-back wildflower prints and Balenciaga had graphic blooms.
Celebrities loved this trend, as it was bold, bright, sweet and ultra feminine.Strapless, maxi, sheaths, jumpsuits all got the floral touch.
Miuccia Prada revamped lace's musty image by creating surprisingly modern full-lace ensembles in brown, powder blue, nude, orange and of course black.The collection was shown back in February, but now we've seen the lace everywhere. In editorials, to the red carpet to high street versions. It seems like everyone has fallen in love with lace.
What starts on the runway, is advertised, then it appears in editorials, then it hits the red carpet.Charlize Theron showed us all how lace can be worn, and how fantastic it looks for those who had doubts.Tilda Swinton did not fair as well in her dress, which she wore to the Costume Institute Gala, in my opinion, as I think there were edgier pieces from this collection, which would have suited her style better.Campaign girl Linda Evangelista, opted to mix nude with black. As beautiful as Linda is, she struggled to pull it off. In fact I think anyone would struggle to pull this off, but kudos to her for trying.English actress Rebecca Hall opted for a very safe lace dress, which she wore to the Vicky Cristina Barcelona LA premiere with Prada peep-toes.We have not seen many celebs dare to try this trend, but I am sure we will see more after they have seen Charlize's spectacular results.This trend is not just for celebs. We can already find this trend in our stores.
Nothing says I enjoy being a girl like wearing a pair of pretty pink shoes. These three very different gals showed their feminine sides in pink-hued lovelies. While Selma and Ashley used the color for pop with black on top, the ever-experimental Katy Perry wore pink flats with her bubbly Falls halter dress. If I had to pick a favorite, though, it would be Selma's baby pink Louboutins. After all her dark looks promoting Hellboy II, she does look like she's enjoying being a girl.
PVC leggings aren't a new trend but they're a left over item from the fetish trend from last autumn which have carried through to this season. They have been spotted on celebrities on both sides of the Atlantic. From Kate Moss at Glastonbury 2007, to Mary Kate Olsen, to Rihanna at the Much Music awards they're always a great statement item. Obviously they're pretty unforgiving but I think most girls would be surprised at how flattering they can look.
Unless you have supermodel-esque legs I would team the leggings with a longish top or coat dress (as seen on Nicky Hilton). I would also avoid wearing them with boots as your risk looking like a dominatrix! A soft knit (seen here on Mary Kate) is a great way to offset the harshness of the leggings. Most of the celebs have invested in a pair of KOVA&T black oxy leggings (pre order here for £85) but American Apparel offer a great alternative with these shiny high-waisted leggings (£32). Have you dared to try this trend yet?
The mad plaider is coming but fear not, plaid doesn't have to look '90s grungy (unless you want it to). Take these Thakoon Mao Pants ($595), for example. Refined, tailored, and perfect for those chilly Fall days, but at half a grand, I think it's better that I save that money for my heating bill . . .
The transparent look was all over the Spring 2008 runways at Jil Sander, Alessandro Dell'Aqua, Stella McCartney and Christian Dior.Delicate fabrics like chiffon were mixed with muted colours and pastels to create a fairy-tale inspired looks that was ultra feminine. It’s really whimsical, ethereal, and not to mention sexy without being trashy.
Unless you were a supermodel, or a fashion daredevil like Tilda Swinton, Madonna or Eva Green, this look was not for you, as it was very hard to pull off.
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