The following is taken from the fashion forward publication, fashionising.com. The article outlines 3 Fashion Trends that will be appearing in 2012, written by Tania Braukamper:
Fashion Trends of 2012, To Invest in NOW…
Oriental
The emphasis here is on opulence. Keep an eye out for:
- Exotic silks
- Vintage kimonos
- Oriental-inspired floral prints
1920s / Flapper
On the horizon courtesy of the upcoming The Great Gatsby film. Avoid anything too costumey. Beading and drop-waist frocks are all good, but for something even more unique and likely to be on-trend look for the more subtle 1920s fashion and 1930s inspirations:
- Wide-leg pants
- Masculine-inspired suiting
- Sporty tunics
- Fur trims
Mod / 60s
Away from the 50s and early 60s prom style, look for things like:
- Short hems, especially shift or sheath dresses, a-line and babydoll styles
- Peter pan collars
- Fur chubbys
- Lace dresses, and
- Pretty much anything that you might imagine on Jane Birkin or Jean Shrimpton
Naturally there’s one more key thing to remember: only make the purchase when the quality & fit are right. A vintage find is only as good as it is wearable, and any piece – on-trend or not – should still be worthy of your carefully curated wardrobe.
