Through The Decades: 70's

We all know that 70's style is this years summer inspiration, so i thought i'd have a look at the 70's as a whole instead of falling in the trap of flares, gingham and dasies.

Not only was the 1970's renowned for its bohemian breezyness there was also the Eastern, the Granny, the Punk & the Glam Rock.

Having had a pitstop for coffee and glossy pages, i found that many of the 1970's designers have gone back to there foundations that influenced many a people then and are doing the same now.

                                          Missoni 1970's                      Missoni 2011

Weaving, knitting & crochet thrived in the 1970's captivating designers to put their mothers talents into good use. Missoni being the most eye catching loved it so much you can see take two on the 2011 catwalk.





                                          Issey Miyake 2011          Ali MacGraw 1970's

Going East gave the 70's, ruching, minimalist & movement. With Kenzo being one of the labels at the time showcasing eastern influences along with Issey Miyake.

                                             Punk 1970's                      Vivienne Westwood 2011

Nobody can forget the stylish combo of Malcolm Mclaren & Vivienne Westwood and the whole culture of punk rebellion. Them two made leather, bondage and plastic look cool!

                                                  Ziggy Stardust                    PPQ 2011

Thank God for David Bowie is all i can say on the Glam Rock 70's.



Pictures courtesy of Google and Glossy Magazines.

New Romantics

With the blockbusting Black Swan showcasing the spring/summer seasons ballet style, it’s no wonder the soft, airy style has landed elegantly on this seasons must have. From pleated trousers to detailed chiffon dresses, the new romantic inspired collections have been a hit on the catwalk and on our faithful high-street.

Don’t be mistaken with the kind of inner childhood dream of being a ballet dancer you once had with headbands and legwarmers but a more grown up version of the inspired ballet scene is catching the eyes of designers.

With soft nudes, peachy pinks and off white colour combinations to die for, the new romantic scene is a glamorous yet understated style that can be worn with ease. By matching nude bodices with pleated mocha brown skirts, layers a whole different feel to spring from the contagious floral prints that we are consumed with every summer. The new romantic woman can hold her own in layers of silk chiffon and organza, blossoming into spring with style.

Working the trend well on the catwalk are Gucci, Versace and Chloe who are displaying an explosion of feathers, frills and silk fringing high into our midst’s and we just can’t wait to dip our toes in that luxurious swan lake.

Chloe

 Chanel

Versace

High street inspired collections are also flying close to the new romantic scene with H&M by night collection showing a harder edge to the floaty original side and French Collections spring/summer collection taking on feminine tailoring, mixing silk trousers with blouses and delightfully breezy summer dresses.

Our own range of sparkly, pretty, romantic things. ThatIndieLook

Seeing as not only the new romantic being bang on trend the colours fronting the scene being luxe nudes and whites are also top headlines for any spring/summer collection so essentially finding your inner romantic style bags you three inspiring trends all in one.

Feminine Feline.

This summer it’s time for us ladies to bring out our inner feline, and what better accessory than the iconic cat eye sun glasses. The cat eye sun glasses were for the fashion savvies of the 50’s and 60’s, firstly worn by our favourite fastionistas Marilyn Monroe and Audrey Hepburn. It’s no wonder we are seeing the re-invented shape back on the catwalk and high-street. They ooze sexy sophistication and feminity.

  

However this time round the shape is more subtle than in the 50’s where they were more pointed with detail corners. Now being re-invented in brightly coloured acetated or the thick square rimmed style seen recently on our quirky Lady Gaga. From the wonder women wing Jeremy Scott design to the brightly coloured Giles, the catwalks modern twist gives a great sense of fun however still keeping the sophisticated style. The high-street also are showing their fair share of styles from floral to tortoiseshell, acetate to polka dot. Asos do a great selection of vintage inspired cat eyes from polka dot to floral keeping in touch with the season’s trends.

                                                                                               James Deacon

Jeremy Scott

Being such a style feature you can easily wear your cat eyes with a brightly coloured skirt and t-shirt or a floral maxi dress, you can even go all out vintage with a 50’s summer dress and necktie. Seeing as our favourite celebs are already fronting the look it won’t be long until we all have our purrfect pair. Whatever you’re style theses little beauties will keep the sun shining all day.

I would also love to add our own  range at That Indie Look. Well we wouldn't be retro and vintage classics if we didn't.





That 70's Show

This season’s spring/summer collections have 70’s fever. From bohemian dresses in paisley and floral to the masculine look of 70’s rock n roll. Also hitting the runways in my eyes a highly anticipated burst of colour , lifting a modern twist on the 70’s disco, which is most needed as it has been a very prolonged winter.

The 70’s being renowned for the laid back ‘do as you please’ attitude brings great freedom and breeziness to this year’s summer trends. The iconic flared jeans have taken over the skinny phenomenon off the past 7 years, the fresh feeling bohemian maxi dresses and skirts come back with flower power and the all-important sweaters and tank tops over silk blouses give a more feminine approach. Appealing to the eye are D&G’s gingham and floral printed maxi dresses and sophisticated prints at Erdem both being soft and subtle with colour and fabric. However the high-street is right on their heels with floral and ethnic pieces at Topshop & River Island making accessible fashion easier for every woman to get their hands on.

                                                                             D&G

Erderm

Not only is the obvious choice of the 70’s being the bohemian generation but the masculine feel of the 70’s rock n roll chick also hit the catwalks at Jean Paul Gaultier and Gucci’s take on masculine tailoring with luxe fabrics of silk metallic, denim and leather. Of course there is also the Valentino Rockstud collection which I am lusting over, giving feminist colours of nude and peaches the hard edge.

The catwalk was also brimming with colour and excitement as soon as Lavin’s eye popping tunic and dresses hit the runways in raspberry pink, lime greens and canary yellow. Diane Von Furstenberg shimmering sea of rainbow coloured dresses and jackets were a highlight on stage. Whether you wear key bold accessories or a daring hot pink skirt with a plain t-shirt, it will certainly brighten your day. Not only can the catwalk do this so well the high-street sponges in the inspiration from bold printed skirts and jackets at Zara and lengthy skirts at H&M in eye catching colours at an affordable price tag.

 Diane Von Furstenberg

Zara

                      
It just goes to show that what comes around goes around, and I can’t wait for the next era of previous fashion we will be craving over next.

And my own inspiration comes from the past, courtesy of That Indie Look!

Inspire me

I have a terrible desire to be inspired! I have many a thought in my head about life in the future but nothing is really making me cling on to for dearlife, You know that situation?

I have decided to not decide on writing a plan for the furture as this never goes forthright, but now i'm kind of left myself in an awkward limbo!

As if by magic i have just had a young fellow walk in bearing a gift, a gift which excites me! '50 years of everyday fashion' a genorous gift by the one, of course Angela. I think i need to get my head down in this book and take every possible speckle of information in which it bears into my tiny brain!

Adios Amigos,

Long Time No See!

Oh golly, i have seemed to have stepped off the bandwagon at lazy town! I told myself i wouldnt but i have, i'm not going to panic i've jumped on at the nearest possible convenience and i have arrived, i'm back on schedule.

Today is possible one of the loveliest days in the history's of all thursdays. Firstly having put on my summer car playlist on on the way to work, then walking to work and buying Tropicana and now munching on fruit salad with the internet in full working order in the shop, Awesome!

I have, (i can actually say this) been rather busy. I had my last sewing class last night, which is sad but we are going to get together next week so thats fine, i'm totally in denial that it's finished when am i ever going to make owls now!

I am next week however on a begining to dressmaking evening which i am totally looking forward to. Also i have been writting articles for http://www.unexposedfashion.com/ which has been one of my highlights of the month, you should check it out!

All i need know to make this day super special, is a pint in a beer garden, this is only due to the people coming into the shop saying ' shall we go to the beer garden and have a glass of wine' obviously may take on having a beer in a beer garden works much better, wine is far to feminine.

Right now off to check what i have been missing out on. Laters

Happy Bithday To Me!

I had a lovely Birthday spent with the best people in the world! I gained a sewing machine from my nanin & gramps, so them sewing dreams are coming up fast! I had a great three night party on down with the best people ending with a lovely family gathering. A gorgeous cake made by my muma acompanied with a gorgeous antique ring bought by the rents!

However my best bud brought me The Lion King tickets in London in like not alot of time im so excited especially after just watching the tralier! :)

And then today Angela pops in and gives me Tove Jansson 1970's Moominvalley In November! Even though i'm feeling slightly under the weather  the past few days have been full of happiness, excitement, an epiphany, & just general looking forward.

Marvellous!