While some trends fade away as quickly as they appear, others are so popular, amazing, and/or versatile, that they stick around for quite some time. Here are some of the rollover trends from 2011 that seem to have just as much staying power as the latest and greatest.
My point with all of this? Don't be afraid to invest in a few of these pieces for your 2012 wardrobe.
1. Platforms
Platforms took center stage last year, with designers like Jeffrey Campbell creating everything, from chunky clogs to sky-high lace up booties. Again this year, platform heels dominated the runway.
Alexander McQueen had two very defined styles that I loved--the strappy platform heels covered in floral decorations and the gladiator style platforms that went up the calf. I think we will be seeing many more designers steering away from the clunky platforms and moving into a more refined, strappy style, much like these displayed at the McQueen show.
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| Designer: Alexander McQueen, Spring 2012 rtw Image from style.com |
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| Designer: Alexander McQueen, Spring 2012 rtw Image from style.com |
2. Leather trend
The "leather and lace" trend we saw last year was a huge hit. The feminine meets masculine vibe, has always been a favorite and most definitely appears in one form or another every season. This year appears to be more of the same from 2011, with no shortage of leather walking down the runway. Everything from skinny leather pants, to mini-dresses and shorts. We saw it all. A slightly different take was seen in the form of shorter lengths for pants and quite a few pairs of leather shorts, in preparation for the warmer months to come.
A.L.C. had one of my favorite takes on this trend. With these amazing skin-tight crop leather leggings paired with a bright colored blazer, and high-waisted shorts styled to perfection in a structured shoulder blazer. If I could afford either of these items, I would be out purchasing them immediately. But for ethical and financial reasons, I will be scouting out their less expensive counter parts in the form of vegan leather. I will, of course, be letting you know what I find ;).
Alexander Wang took a page out of last years runway book by sending out a little leather mini-dress in a color that was nothing short of amazing. While the idea isn't all too groundbreaking-ly creative, it's still an affirmation that this look is here to stay. So if you're struggling with whether or not to make that purchase, you might want to take this into consideration:
The "leather and lace" trend we saw last year was a huge hit. The feminine meets masculine vibe, has always been a favorite and most definitely appears in one form or another every season. This year appears to be more of the same from 2011, with no shortage of leather walking down the runway. Everything from skinny leather pants, to mini-dresses and shorts. We saw it all. A slightly different take was seen in the form of shorter lengths for pants and quite a few pairs of leather shorts, in preparation for the warmer months to come.
A.L.C. had one of my favorite takes on this trend. With these amazing skin-tight crop leather leggings paired with a bright colored blazer, and high-waisted shorts styled to perfection in a structured shoulder blazer. If I could afford either of these items, I would be out purchasing them immediately. But for ethical and financial reasons, I will be scouting out their less expensive counter parts in the form of vegan leather. I will, of course, be letting you know what I find ;).
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| Designer: A.L.C., Spring 2012 rtw Image from style.com |
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| Designer: A.L.C., Spring 2012 rtw Image from style.com |
Alexander Wang took a page out of last years runway book by sending out a little leather mini-dress in a color that was nothing short of amazing. While the idea isn't all too groundbreaking-ly creative, it's still an affirmation that this look is here to stay. So if you're struggling with whether or not to make that purchase, you might want to take this into consideration:
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| Designer: Alexander Wang, Spring 2012 rtw Image from style.com |
3. 70s high-waist
Last year we saw the high-waisted flare jeans from 70s make their way back into rotation. While we are seeing less of the denim flares in 2012, we're seeing the high-waist take shape in shorts (like the A.L.C. shorts above), skirts and dresses. We aren't ruling out pants altogether however, designers like Rachel Zoe have some amazing high-waisted flare pants that are to die for:
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| Designer: Rachel Zoe, Spring 2012 rtw Image from style.com |
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| Designer: Rachel Zoe, Spring 2012 rtw Image from style.com |
Blazers with structured shoulders had some serious power last year. Everyone, from the high-end fashionistas, to celebrities, to your average lover of fashion like you and i, were seen wearing them. As proof of their power, they've returned on the runways yet again for 2012. Take a look:
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| Designer: Alexander McQueen, Spring 2012 rtw Image from style.com |
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| Designer: Roberto Cavalli, Spring 2012 rtw Image from style.com |
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| Designer: Emilio Pucci, Spring 2012 rtw Image from style.com |
5. Bright colors
Nothing says Spring like bright colors. While neon gained popularity late last year, many designers are continuing that trend well into 2012. In addition to the bright, flashy, neon colors, designers are also shifting to bold and bright pastel colors. Opulent oranges and bright baby blues seem to be two shades that are very popular this year.
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| Designer: Burberry, Spring 2012 rtw Image from style.com |
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| Designer: D&G, Spring 2012 rtw Image from style.com |
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| Designer: Nanette Lepore, Spring 2012 rtw Image from style.com |
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| Designer: Alice + Olivia, Spring 2012 rtw Image from style.com |
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| Designer: Versace, Spring 2012 rtw Image from style.com |
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