Up here in Queensland we had a little bit of a “Spring-tease” at the weekend. It was all very lovely and warm but it did cause me to have a little wardrobe conniption (not least because I’ve not had a spray tan since donning tights back in May) but because I had planned an outfit for a friend’s girly birthday lunch around it being crispy and fresh.
And it was anything but. It was 27 degrees … way too hot for killer boots and a trench coat. I did find a flowy kaftan dress that worked but it got me thinking. What will I want to wear in just one month’s time when winter is well and truly over anywhere north of the Tweed River?
According to Country Road, it will be one of three hot trends:
TRIBAL LUXE: Tribal embellishments meet cargo cool as animal inspired prints and khaki sportswear define the new urban bohemian. Accessorise with a studded pouch bag or textured clutch.
Wardrobe must: a dress with a graphic or digital print design
Country Road Tribal Luxe - August 2010
MODERN NAUTICAL: Dip into an ocean of blues in the urban nautical story. Take leave in washed denim, striped cardigans and relaxed piped blazers, paired with authentic cotton chinos or vintage shorts. Time out should be as cool as it is comfortable.
Wardrobe must: a loose-fitting striped tee
Country Road Urban Nautical - August 2010
BOOT CAMP: Kick off summer with the spirit of adventure. Modern military influences call for an urban safari sojourn as flap pocket anoraks, fine mesh knits and cargo fatigues form the new metropolitan uniform.
Wardrobe must: soft-tailored shorts in olive or stone
Country Road Boot Camp - August 2010
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Oh, that is a gorgeous dress, Kellie. I’ve already got this one from Verily: http://verily.com.au/index.php?page=shop.product_details&flypage=vmj_estore.tpl&product_id=39&category_id=1&option=com_virtuemart&Itemid=63
And I’ll be selling it in my store soon too! With a sleeveless swing vest that sits over the top for a great layering look.
I’m a HUGE fan of the nautical look. I’ve already got my eye on a navy and white batwing top at David Lawrence and these cute dresses from Birdsnest http://www.birdsnest.com.au/shop/product/8891-la-vie-stripe-pocket-dress
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I agree, Jade … it’s definitely my fave of the trends, although I’ve always got a soft spot for nautical!
Oooh loving tribal luxe, very sexy without looking over done 🙂
What have you got your fashion eye on for spring? @countryroad has 3 themes for you to explore. My pick: Tribal Luxe http://bit.ly/90oAp1
Who got caught out by the weekend's Spring-tease? Time to think about new-season trends. Country Road has some… http://fb.me/ELJk98PS
New season, new trends. What's your pick? http://bit.ly/9W3Vn3