Saturday, November 12, 2011

Deciphering the Runways- Winter 2011 Style

All over the runways, thousands of outfits have been paraded across the catwalk. Here's what'll be big this winter:

Color- Normally, for colder seasons, designers prefer to use darker colors, such as grey and black. This winter, vivid colors will be showcased in daring combinations.


40's Elegance- Elegance never really goes out of style, but this year it's playing a major role in fashion's line up. Fashion repeats itself!


Midi and Maxi skirts- No, I didn't make a typo, a midi skirt is the term for a middle length skirt. Midi and Maxi skirts this season are a seriously hot trend, so it's time to ditch the mini skirts you were planning to pair with leggings for winter, and go get some of these instead:)

Midi's

Maxi's

Chunky Knit Sweaters- Winter is a cold season, so it's no surprise that designers have included these warm but still fashionable pieces into their wardrobes.


Pleats and Frills- This is the romantic statement this season, perfect for keeping a bit of fun femininity in your wardrobe. 



Prints- By far the biggest, most prominent trend this winter is prints. Designers are offering everything from flowers to polka dots to broken glass, and even feathers and panthers. 







Also big this winter are Zoological styles, layered looks, and bold statement coats.


A Note on Fur
  Winters arrival brings out a lot of fur on the runways. Increasingly, many designers are switching to faux fur, in order to prevent cruelty to animals who have to die so that the fur can be obtained. Though the no-fur campaign is gaining momentum throughout the fashion world, still only 1/3 of high fashion designers use faux fur instead of real fur. Fur should stay on animals, not on people's backs. Next time you reach for that fur coat that caught your eye on the rack, think about the animal that had to die so that coat could be made. Switch to faux fur, and look stylish while feeling confident that your outfit is 100% cruelty free. High fashion doesn't always mean fur- Stella McCartney doesn't use any leather or fur in any of her design's.

xoxo- HeadOverHeelsForHorses