Trend Report for Spring 2013

What is in for 2013? Let us start with the art of contrast. Marc Jacobs, Narciso Rodriguez and Jill Sander all went back-to-basics in black and white. After seasons of bright colors, prints and grand embellishments, these designers set the comeback of the basics in the designs they recently presented on the runway.

Marc Jacobs and show-stopping graphics in black and white
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Jill Sander at Milan Fashion Week for Spring 2013
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The likes of Roberto Cavalli, Reed Krakoff and Haider Ackerman, among others, made use of sheer materials such as chiffon, organza and mousseline when they presented their latest collections.

Cavalli at Milan Fashion Week for spring 2013
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Donna Karan ‘s spring 2013 show used lightweight fabrics and a lot of sheers
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Multi-layers and a whole lot of patterns and textures were presented by the likes of Proenza Schouler, Derek Lam and Thakoon.

Textures and prints from Derek Lam
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Even more prints and textures, this time from Bottega Veneta
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Ruffles, flounces and deep frills were also seen in the various runways for spring 2013. Established designers like Gucci, Givenchy and Balanciaga showed necklines edged with frills and slits of skirts were flounced flamenco-style.

Balenciaga with his take on the flamenco skirt for 2013
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Isabel Marant shows her gamine-like collection with spring 2013’s subdued flounces
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The Power Suit also seems to be making a comeback this coming Spring as Balmain and Victoria Beckham put on the sex appeal with a tuxedo matched with a sexy bra top.

Saint Laurent’s version of the power suit for spring 2013
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This is Balmain’s version of the power suit
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