The (Un)Official Spring Trend Report
We haven’t even seen the highly anticipated Paris finale yet and already media is taking the cutthroat opportunity to place a well-styled shoe into next season’s biggest and best trends.
Enter NY Mag and their latest attempt to unveil what will be ‘hot’ next Spring. And is it such a hard task? We’ve already been introduced to well-rounded repetition and the Milan runways are just beginning to cool down. So when faced with, in some cases, acute duplication, why avoid the harsh reality of a visiting trend? And in a sense, we’ve already mentally slated several wavering assumptions. Why not take it to the next level, combine all of our thoughts, and put them down on a webpage?
To be perfectly honest, I found the trends featured in NY Mag’s Spring Trend Report rather general, which is what any guise-guesser should stick to. In addition, the article mentioned that perhaps their title was slightly misleading. Apparently, the writers were sticking to strictly New York Fashion Week ‘07 trends and highlights, with no European consideration. Of course, the mere thought that our fashion headquarters across seas has no influence on what we wear on a daily basis is beyond ludicrous, but let’s indulge writers Powell and Larocca for a moment anyway. The title was most likely unintentional and was given very little thought. And although NYFW was a major disappointment this year, none of us can bite our lips and testify that it meant nothing to the world of fashion because it meant something - even if not by much.
So we’ll rename it, ’Spring Trend Report: New York Addition’, and tuck away the drama.
Lesson One, rethink everything you thought you knew about acronyms, at least for Spring next year. Reportedly, it’ll all be about the LWD (Little White Dress), as opposed to the LBD. I agree with this theory, seeing how my senses have been assaulted by the simplicity of a white frock for the entirety of the S&S ‘07 Fashion Mass more times than I can count.
Lesson Two, cobalt is coming back to bite all the haters in their proverbial rumps. Remember when you laughed at the daily recreation of thinking up new colours? Remember comparing designers to Crayola factory workers? Well, don’t. Apparently, cobalt will now be recognized as not just a colour, but Spring’s hottest hue.
Lesson Three, consider buying a canary. If not for the purpose of having a friend around the house, you could always tie him around your neck to wear as Spring’s hottest accessory. Yellow will be a lot more than mellow, they say. Start scooping up sunshine garments, as they will be just as hot as those in a good blue.
Lesson Four, black and white patterns will be all the rage. Any old motif, whether it be floral or otherwise, will be right up a Fashionista’s alley.
Lesson Five, now that you’ve mastered the pattern, venture a bit further into the realm. Think 3-D floral, from faux petal sleeves to scrunchy tulle in the shapes of blossoming orchids.
Lesson Six, polka dots are back (NO, PLEASE, NEVER) with a vengeance, accordingly. Yes, the writers say that they are returning as a both mod and feminine staple. What the article failed to point out, but what this writer sees very clearly, is the fact that we seem to be seeing polka dots mostly as faded accents, which doesn’t seem to be as bad as a full-fledged polka NOT.
Lesson Seven, baggy, droopy pants will give skinny jeans a serious wedgie. This upsets me. I love the skinny jean. Unlike other trousers, people seem to be much more aware that they can either work them or they cannot. You don’t have to be a rail-thin model to sport them properly either. But then again, a baggy, slouching pant may be a little more forgiving on those off days.
Lesson Eight, oversized is here to say (THANK YOU, GOD). Although the colouring will differ, many Fall styles may possibly be recycled into next season. Voluminous skirts and dresses with lots of puff are what you want to start saving up for.
Lesson Nine, a softer shine will be present in our wardrobes next Spring, so if you’ve spent the money on expensive clothing that could light a small village, it won’t be wasted. The hues will be altered and the effects will be minimal, but an altogether shine will bring us through the next four months.
Lesson Ten, diving board shoes are what will bring you home at night. Those gladiator-style sandals, bred with the Ugly shoe and beach wedges, will no doubt create a hybrid ready for next year’s Springtime.
So there you have it, someone else’s opinion on what to wear next Spring. Some I fear, some I covet, some I can’t believe. But altogether, a rather accurate article targeting a rather easy prey. New York Fashion Week didn’t offer much. And by sifting through what it did give back to the world of fashion, trends have been uncovered. They’ll need some work, but they just might make it after all.
Credit: NYMag.com
Enter NY Mag and their latest attempt to unveil what will be ‘hot’ next Spring. And is it such a hard task? We’ve already been introduced to well-rounded repetition and the Milan runways are just beginning to cool down. So when faced with, in some cases, acute duplication, why avoid the harsh reality of a visiting trend? And in a sense, we’ve already mentally slated several wavering assumptions. Why not take it to the next level, combine all of our thoughts, and put them down on a webpage?
To be perfectly honest, I found the trends featured in NY Mag’s Spring Trend Report rather general, which is what any guise-guesser should stick to. In addition, the article mentioned that perhaps their title was slightly misleading. Apparently, the writers were sticking to strictly New York Fashion Week ‘07 trends and highlights, with no European consideration. Of course, the mere thought that our fashion headquarters across seas has no influence on what we wear on a daily basis is beyond ludicrous, but let’s indulge writers Powell and Larocca for a moment anyway. The title was most likely unintentional and was given very little thought. And although NYFW was a major disappointment this year, none of us can bite our lips and testify that it meant nothing to the world of fashion because it meant something - even if not by much.
So we’ll rename it, ’Spring Trend Report: New York Addition’, and tuck away the drama.
Lesson One, rethink everything you thought you knew about acronyms, at least for Spring next year. Reportedly, it’ll all be about the LWD (Little White Dress), as opposed to the LBD. I agree with this theory, seeing how my senses have been assaulted by the simplicity of a white frock for the entirety of the S&S ‘07 Fashion Mass more times than I can count.
Lesson Two, cobalt is coming back to bite all the haters in their proverbial rumps. Remember when you laughed at the daily recreation of thinking up new colours? Remember comparing designers to Crayola factory workers? Well, don’t. Apparently, cobalt will now be recognized as not just a colour, but Spring’s hottest hue.
Lesson Three, consider buying a canary. If not for the purpose of having a friend around the house, you could always tie him around your neck to wear as Spring’s hottest accessory. Yellow will be a lot more than mellow, they say. Start scooping up sunshine garments, as they will be just as hot as those in a good blue.
Lesson Four, black and white patterns will be all the rage. Any old motif, whether it be floral or otherwise, will be right up a Fashionista’s alley.
Lesson Five, now that you’ve mastered the pattern, venture a bit further into the realm. Think 3-D floral, from faux petal sleeves to scrunchy tulle in the shapes of blossoming orchids.
Lesson Six, polka dots are back (NO, PLEASE, NEVER) with a vengeance, accordingly. Yes, the writers say that they are returning as a both mod and feminine staple. What the article failed to point out, but what this writer sees very clearly, is the fact that we seem to be seeing polka dots mostly as faded accents, which doesn’t seem to be as bad as a full-fledged polka NOT.
Lesson Seven, baggy, droopy pants will give skinny jeans a serious wedgie. This upsets me. I love the skinny jean. Unlike other trousers, people seem to be much more aware that they can either work them or they cannot. You don’t have to be a rail-thin model to sport them properly either. But then again, a baggy, slouching pant may be a little more forgiving on those off days.
Lesson Eight, oversized is here to say (THANK YOU, GOD). Although the colouring will differ, many Fall styles may possibly be recycled into next season. Voluminous skirts and dresses with lots of puff are what you want to start saving up for.
Lesson Nine, a softer shine will be present in our wardrobes next Spring, so if you’ve spent the money on expensive clothing that could light a small village, it won’t be wasted. The hues will be altered and the effects will be minimal, but an altogether shine will bring us through the next four months.
Lesson Ten, diving board shoes are what will bring you home at night. Those gladiator-style sandals, bred with the Ugly shoe and beach wedges, will no doubt create a hybrid ready for next year’s Springtime.
So there you have it, someone else’s opinion on what to wear next Spring. Some I fear, some I covet, some I can’t believe. But altogether, a rather accurate article targeting a rather easy prey. New York Fashion Week didn’t offer much. And by sifting through what it did give back to the world of fashion, trends have been uncovered. They’ll need some work, but they just might make it after all.
Credit: NYMag.com
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