Spring/Summer 2010 Cheatsheat

Just in case you wanted a quick reference sheet or new ideas on what to wear now for the sunny season, here's our take on must-haves this season:

Major themes
Lace and transparency and cut-outs/lingerie
Military and cadet
Americana – sports, denim, red, white & blue
Power 80’s – bandage/bondage dresses/body con
Fluidity/Loosely Tailored – relaxed menswear
Leather as sportswear – dresses, skirts, tops
Tribal – from Aztec and Africa to Native American
Nautical

Colors
Lipstick red
Denim or lake blue
Lavender/lilac
Blush/nude
Pale greys
Pastel yellow
Abstract graphic prints
Ikat

Shapes
Shorts
Mini skirts
Jumpers
Harem/relaxed trousers
Mini body con dresses
Crop tops and jackets

Accessories
Ethnic influences in African tribal or Navajo Indian
Manipulated pearls
Skins
Oversized masculine accessories (i.e. timepieces and chain bracelets)

Footwear
Black, strong statement shoes
Wood-grain heels/contrast heels and upper
Lace-up
Wrap-around styles on flats and heels a la amalgamated ballerina inspiration
Open-toe/cut-outs on platforms, heels, sandals, flats
Clogs
Stilettos