Seventeenth Century dream } Baroque

upcoming trend : Baroque Prints.

Marchesa Fall 2012 catwalk

The Baroque is a period of artistic style that used exaggerated motion and distinct detail to produce drama, tension, exuberance, and grandeur in all categories of 17th century art. The style started around 1600 in Italy, spreading to most of Europe. Little did the 17th century artisans know, their intricately detailed Baroque way of life would reappear to become a chic and sophisticated statement for 21st century fashionistas everywhere.

 Dolce & Gabana 2012 catwalk.

baroque trend: street style

Oasis sleeveless shirt - pointed collar

my favorite - & UNDER thirty dollars.

ASOS Mango Scarf Print dress!

Printed skinnies are HUGE this season - Baroque printed skinnies are a must-have.

Collared Whimsy }

Trend alert - a WHIMSICAL twist on a CLASSIC look , this is one of my absolute favorites. Collars are back - the more whimsical and intricately detailed, the better. Collared shirts have always been a staple for a classy addition to an outfit - a lift of sophistication for any look. Except now it has been discovered that if you add little details to a collar like SPIKES. JEWELS. or LACE , not only do you get that added sophistication, but also an entirely new whimsy chic asthetic.

 

Collar detailed with Pearls - Classic meets Whimsical!

 

Jeweled Peter Pan Collar

LC's spin on the trend - SPIKES. Classic meets Edge