Their Bringing Sixties Back, Yeah!

The green eyed monster in me is ravenous, especially when,  no i wasn't born in the 40's, 50's, 60's, 70's ,even the 80's! The fashion was so defiant, original and creative. I don't know what i will say to my grand children when they look at old pictures (maybe i'll say the dog ate my clothes that day , just incase the next generation live in hovercraft houses and have robot dogs!?), we don't seem to have a iconic image of fashion for the 21st century compared to that of the 60's say. All women and girls wore either mini dresses, tweedy suits and plastics!

Even though our catwalks and runways now are filled to the brim of creativity and designers show there skills in elaborate ways i still walk down the high street and see tracksuits, leggings and uggs, not really what i want to have to show the next generation.

I thought i'd celebrate a little through the science of space with these iconic 60's designers and there works of art and a few of the designers who can recreate looks and transform them into the 21st century.

1. Pierre Cardin 1960's 2. Jane Fonda in Paco Rabanne 1968 3. Andre Courreges 1968 4. Louis Feraud 1960's.

1. Louis Vuitton A/W 2011 2.Pierre Cardin S/S 2011 3. Paco Rabanne Chainmail bag 4. Versus A/W 2011. 5. That Indie Look 6. That Indie Look

 

Alexa Chung Created By That Indie Look

Alexa Chung

She's the 21st century british icon for the young and inspiring. Alexa Chung can turn a mans t-shirt into a statement of fashion, that says it all really. From boyish clean cut trousers and white crisp shirts to 70's maxi dresses and pleated midi skirts (Jealous as they are so hard to pull off) she is a designers dream. I thought i'd celebrate Alexa's most talked about fashion by seeing if i could pull off her unique style the vintage way. The clothes below are that of That Indie Look, and i think i've hit the whole in one with these looks that you can transform from day to night!

  

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Pleated Affair,

Pleats the word used to make me cringe, the thought of primary school skirts in black and grey are of the past now ladies, they now have a totally different look, a modern, colourful, desirable look. Pleats are back with a vengeance and I’m actually considering buying a pleated skirt I have had my eye on!

I was a bit unsure at first but having tried a few on I’m relieved at how flattering they are even at the new ‘it’ midi length. River Island has a soft chiffon one in mocha brown and it would look great with a nude bodice or striped Breton jumper, even if you have that inner rock chick they look great with t-shirts. Of course on the runway the pleated skirt is worn with more sophistication Valli spring/summer collection saw white pleated skirts showing the upmost of feminity and glamour effortlessly.

Clockwise from the top: Valli S/S 2011, Chloe S/S 2011, Lanvin S/S 2011, Topshop S/S 2011, Whistles S/S 2011.

Of course its not all about the nude/white effortless effect. Spring is fanning out a whole burst of colour. Which reminds me, Whistles has an outstanding little number with only a small price tag (£95) in bright pink, perfect with a white shirt and coloured wedges this summer.

I should stop being so biast towards the pleated skirts as you can get your mits on pleated shorts, dresses and another big trend this summer, palazzos! I was really worried that the pleated palazzos wouldn’t look good on the shorter lady however I have tried a pair on and they are incredible comfy and don’t actually swamp you. Topshop do a really nice pair in tobacco, tieing in with this seasons nude trend on the runways and not at a hefty price tag too (£48).



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So go on, find your inner girly side and try the modern pleats, you will be blown away by the choice.

To the office, for a walk, even a morning coffee you will look the bee's knees in these desirable accessories from of course, That Indie Look.

Summer Frenzy..

A sneeky peek at some of the summer dresses that i'm inspiring to get you guys excited about.

I've gone and picked dresses that i think will be a hit this summer 2011, from floral mini dresses to multi-coloured stripy numbers, to the eastern shores of ethnical simplicity. All courtesy of That Indie Look of course.

Enjoy!

A Day In The Life Of 1934 Mexico

Car Boots Sales, i adore. Most people think it's just possessing other peoples junk to fill up your obviously full to the brim, junk shop of a home, however i think not. 

As you can see you can find little gems like these Mexican postcards dating back to 1934, i couldn't help but buy these hazy yet picture perfect postcards.

I'm a sucker for all things indistinct, dusty, rustic & original.

A Womans Realm!

Layered, Crinoline, Cotton Laced, Hoop Petticoat, Ribbon, Frills, Crochet, Posey, Cream Rose.

Sounds like a dream. A primrose meringue lace tea party in a dasiy fuelled meadow dream!

Jungle Janes,

This year’s spring/summer designers have gone back to their roots by having ethnic and tribal culture teamed with fresh greens and thick browns to create another trend alert urban jungle!

I have to say that the safari trend has been on the streets for quite some time but this year’s fashion shows have been a bit more creative however never staying too far away from those luxurious chocolate browns and camel colours. Our safari Jane’s are now more sophisticated and cultural in 2011.

Instead of the safari jackets and button up shirt dresses, safari has gone a bit more wilder and taking on more of an animal influence, leopard print and snakeskin have been given there rights back of being sexy and fun. Not everything is so earthy but still gives that natural look.

This season's safari is taking an entirely different angle, using more natural fabrics and textures. I adore Stella McCartney's take on the modern safari, be incorporating rope belts with simnple cut shorts which gives them such a more appealing look.

 

Stella McCartney 2011, D&G 2011, Hobbs 2011, Louis Vuitton 2011.



Safari now has a more desirable status than before, corest backs and fringing detailing adds a fierce 'wild thing' attitude to the clothing. Gold, heavily encrusted with animal influenced jewllery and accessories can give more glamour to your outfit. 

  

2011 safari also has a more tailored and soft lined edge, take Louis Vuittons giraffe suit the clean cut lines and sheer fabric gives what should be a bizare affair a cutural classic. Hobbs works wonders on this military safari suit, it looks so effortless and chic.

So whether you want to bring out your inner wild child by teaming leather with fresh green shirts and snakeskin heels or if your choice be the natural earthy colours of camel and grey trousers and sweaters. You have to agree safari seems now more interesting than before.

That Indie Looks own take on the Jungle Janes most needed nesscessities: