I've been asked to write about accessories which is a more daunting task than you would think. Generally, accessories are designed as an extension of the looks that are sent down the runway. When it comes to styling however, the best way to compliment a look is by choosing accessories that kind of work in the opposite direction of the clothes. If you do one look all over, it can look costume-y so it's important to choose accessories that go in some way but never that match too much.
This season, with all the minimalism that is taking over every artistic industry, it's interesting to see that accessories are actually moving towards a more natural, artisanal place.
Designers showed a lot of woven pieces that can often look one of a kind, like you bought it at some spring time craft fair. My favorite bag for this season is the Celine tote shown first below. I've followed it with some other really great bags by Christian Dior, Gucci, and Louis Vuitton that also really exemplify this trend. Pair pieces like these with wide linen trousers and tailored cotton blouses for a look that's strong, comfortable, and really chic.
Statement shoes have become a real necessity in fashion. Alexander McQueen started the trend years ago and since, he's offered 12 inch Armadillo shoes, Nina Ricci gave us glittered heel-less boots, Louis Vuitton showed us huge 70's inspired boots, Balenciaga offered technicolor thigh-high gladiators, and the list goes on and on. This season, the shoes mimicked the bags in their raffia-weaved craftiness and the shapes gave them great sex appeal. These sandals would be fantastic paired with flattering pencil skirts and flowy chiffon tops. Dress them down for weekend with 70' inspired wide legged, high waisted jeans and make your legs look sky high. (D&G, Donna Karan, Prada, Raf Simmons, and D&G respectively)
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