Stripes / Marine Style

Alexander McQueen

Buckler

Burberry Prorsum

Dries van Noten

Perry Ellis

Roberto Cavalli

Crazy Prints - D&G + Others

For anyone out there seeking attention to stand out among crowds, an eye catching overlay is the best way to go! D&G for their last collection Spring/Summer 2012, as announced back in late September 2011, ended the label with splashes of electrifying colors, mind-blowing patterns and spontaneity. According to designers Domenico Dolce and Stefano Gabbana D&G will translate into their other labels, giving "even more energy and strength to our collections" (~nymag.com).

Burberry Prorsum

Agnes B.

Agnes B.

Givenchy

Cerruti

   

D&G

Asymmetrical

Whether it is for girls or boys, symmetry has been overdone. Designers nowadays therefore are moving steps beyond from the ordinary into greater scopes making imagination come to life. From special techniques in fabric choice, shapes, lines, and cuts, designers challenge themselves to transform clothes into contemporary and unique pieces! For men, the most recognized item was and probably still is the asymmetrical zipper jacket. Though it is mainly seen for women (mainly in Haute Couture collections), over the top designers notably Alexander McQueen, John Galliano, and Vivienne Westwood do provide this world of fantasy and inventiveness distinct to other designers.

John Galliano

Alexander McQueen 

Buckler

Yigal Azrouel

Vivienne Westwood

Power of Denim

Denim were first worn by American gold miners and cowboys of the Midwest. It was an ideal fabric for its sturdiness and long durability. Moreover, it maintained its color without risks of wearing out. In the 60s and 70s, it started becoming a flair thanks to the universal brand Levis founded in 1853 by Leob Strauss. From regular blue jeans, denim rapidly transcended into other attires such as jackets and shirts in the 80s. Ultimately, demand boomed leading to other renowned designers to join the competitive market. Present day, jeans are still a popular grab! And for the most part, other denim pieces as well! Inevitably, denim was spotted within a few of the 2012 spring/summer collections!

Vivienne Westwood

Acne

Iceberg

Armani Blues

For the warm seasons of the year 2012 collections from the Armani lines including Emprorio Armani, Giorgio Armani, and the more affordable (youth label) Armani Exchange emphasized many of their collections with pops of impeccable blues of neutral or faded shades. Inspired by the mother (blue) pearl and its shells in reflection of the crystal blue waters of the ocean, the color exuded lightness to the clothing giving definitions of highlights, lines and overall shapes loosely clinging on to the body intended by designer's 'deconstructed tailoring'.

Giorgio Armani 

Emporio Armani

Amongst other designers, blue has also been a presence felt within many collections. For the upcoming summer, it is a definite colour to have setting into current trends! 

Acne

                    

                             Bottega Veneta

Burberry Prorsum

Hermes

                        

                        Iceberg

Jill Sander

Whites - Spring/Summer 2012

White was the most prominent color to be seen on the spring/summer 2012 runways from Paris, Milan, London, and New York. Perhaps due to the fact it is the lightest absorbing the least heat practical for the warm temperatures of the high seasons of July and August. The clothes were for the most simple (with minor details, apart from symmetrical cuts) and from appearance seemed to be comfortable. Fabrics like cotton, silk, satin, cashmere, and lamb skin were the favorites among many designers in enhancing soft complexions and smooth flow of the garments.

Balmain

Calvin Klein 

Dior Homme

Dolce & Gabbana

Gucci

John Varvatos

Kenzo

Rick Owens

Roberto Cavalli

Salvatore Ferragamo

Thierry Mugler

Yves Saint Laurent