“You guys ready? Spring into 2016-“
CUT. None of those “spring into” puns/analogies, etc. Nah. Here’s the deal:
I’m gonna drop some real quick knowledge on you guys about Spring 2016 trends, so get those pens and notebooks out and take some notes!
Firstly, I’ve provided you all with the current color wheel for Spring 2016, which features colors from various runway looks so you all can see which colors you currently have in your wardrobe and which ones you might be missing. There are four main themes for Spring 2016 to play with, so have fun creating your own looks!
Theme #1: Kitsch Maximalism
This theme speaks to the playful side of the styling spectrum, with a dose of bookish charm accelerating a quirky mash-up of retro-skewed pieces. Layering works in conjunction with print, texture and colour. Whimsical cross-era juxtapositions are key, with a nod to the 1950s pushing a faux-thrifted granny-chic to the fore. Get crazy with accessories, loud prints/patterns, and make sure to have a “more is more” attitude when playing with this eccentric theme!
Theme #2: Girl Gang
A youthful wave of street attitude is outfitted in slouchy jeans and baggy Bermudas with an emphasis on the midriff. The waist begins to fall on all items within the bottoms category. Nostalgic hints surface with the boob tube and bra top layered underneath active-inspired jackets with decorative finishes. Think early 90s!
Theme #3: Romantic Rebellion
Romantic Rebellion acts as a darker, more youthful point of view to the New Romanticism story outlined in the womenswear Key Trends report. A juxtaposition of hard and soft drives the trend, in terms of texture and silhouette, with looks defined by a collaborative spirit between sheer materials, tough textures and fabrics. Bust out the black eyeliner and mascara girls.
Theme #4: Glamping
Spring just wouldn’t be spring if we didn’t have festival-inspired styles to play with! Festival-ready pieces such as the army jacket, Baja pullover and crochet midi-dress emerge on the S/S 16 catwalks. A jet-setting element is grounded by earthy connotations, with delicate lace coordinating sets acting as an overlay to summer swimwear. Bohemian and nomadic vibes appear in tonal suede crop tops and oversized jackets.
And there you have it, my fashionistas! Which themes do you like the best and which themes are you saying “Bye Felicia!” to? Let a girl know!
XOXO,
The Curl Talk
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