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London Black and Bold
June 13, 2009 in London by admin
A strange phenomenon has occurred in London’s fashion trend forecast this spring: the weather seems to have dictated a fashion trend that is typically known of Paris—the sophistication and boldness of black. The industry was geared up for many spring trends: nude, lace, and bright colour, either as bold prints, or ‘colour blocking’. Yet the most stylish have stuck with the basic black; take Stella McCartney, Burberry Prorsum , D&G, for example. Granted, the weather in London didn’t become properly warm until the very end of May, but the fashionable are still sticking with black. Whether it be black with gold, on patent shoes, or from head to toe, this chic color will be seen throughout the season.
-Jill Carin Adams of streetstylelondon.blogspot.com
The trend of pairing black opaque tights with denim bottoms came from the street, rather than the industry. It’s a simple concept that celebrities and civilians have embraced. It’s been seen in London as far back as January and is still a lingering trend, and for good reason. Such a combination makes the legs look slender while staying stylish and warm. The look ranges from casual to slightly more sophisticated as these women wear denim and tights while meeting a friend for macaroons or walking across the park. As the London Times said recently, “Luckily for us, black opaques and shorts—particularly denim—go together like [rockers] and Kate Moss.”
Plenty of flirty, flowery frocks, dressed down with opaque tights are seen all over the streets of London. A popular choice is also to pair these ensembles with a black cardigan for a stylish addition. Designers like Chloe, Zac Posen, and Oscar de la Renta are showing the floral dresses in their collections, while high street versions are flying off the shelves. Matthew Williamson is also doing florals in much bolder patterns, which are available to the masses in his exclusive line for H&M. The layering of dresses and skirts with opaque tights, however, seems uniquely a part of street fashion. As the weather continues to warm up, it is expected that bolder flower patterns will be cropping up soon.
