Baroque

The days of minimalism are over. In with baroque, embroidery and anything else artistic and intricate. This may not be the most wearable fashion, but it isn't only for the runway. Right now, right there on the runway, baroque and anything intricate is the big thing. So if you want to be on top of the trends, remember: don't be afraid to over-do it, eventually you will get the right balance.

This is from Dolce&Gabbana's 2012 fall show.WHY THIS WORKS:

on the left: The top has gorgeous frills and layers with sheer in-between them, and it has a high neck.The high neckline adds a lot to this outfit, it adds more craftsmanship. It is paired with a black pencil skirt, which balances the outfit perfectly....but that is because it isn't your average pencil skirt; it has EXTRAORDINARY embroidery on the sides. This is good because it doesn't make the shirt seem out of place, it makes the pieces work together as one. If you haven't noticed, the model is wearing sheer socks with embroidery - on the runway you can't wear normal socks?! Can you? Well, obviously Dolce&Gabbana did a good job of noticing every tiny detail, because I really love those socks. You may not notice them at first, but once you do, you can't take your eye off them! They add an amazing element to the outfit by adding to the styling (old fashioned becoming new-age) so perfectly. Besides the socks, the jewelry is my favorite part. The headband is another part where this trend comes in - it is intricately woven together, and the earrings also have a lot of detail. Right now, in case you haven't noticed(:D) DETAILS ARE IMPORTANT! whether it is just your jewelry or the beading on your shirt...you can easily become just as fashionable as these gals if you add the right details.

on the right: This is my favorite (as of right now)... The long, sheer black vail with the baroque detail on the end, the golden flower embroidery/artistry done on the dress and the "egyptian earrings" are ALL the necessary  details to make this the new FAB! Dolce&Gabbana has added to the max, but it works, and of course many other designers have also been trying to do it...maybe you can give them a "run for their money"?

A few tips from moi: First things first, you don't have to own a hand embroidered runway dress to be on top of this trend. Fabrics are key! Do you own anything with an interesting texture?velvet, corduroy, tulle, sheer, lace, baroque, vinyl etc....

Even if you are a cotton-lover you can make this work: take a look at your jewelry! Who says you can't wear 2 necklaces, or a scarf and a necklace with bracelets? Nobody, that's who...you are in charge of putting balance into it.

If all else fails, pick up a thread and needle and buy cheap buttons, beads, or other fabric, and sew it on to your shirt, pants, skirt, dress (well, any garment really). Good luck!

Before I forget: Is there any trend, idea or ANYTHING you want me to blog on? Let me know!

xoxo,

Chantal

one last image to enjoy-BAROQUE TO THE MAX OF GORGEOUS_NESS!