Clear Plastic Trend

Maison Martin Margiela made the term Trompe-l’œil popular in the fashion industry. According to the brand's glossary, which reflects its aesthetic, it means “a game, material or shape that tricks the eye.”

Today many designers, inspired by fashion from '60s, use clear PVC fabrics in their collections, offering us the magic of tricking the eye. The spring 2013 fashion shows prove that designers always find a way of keeping things upbeat, especially now, when they are giving us a great opportunity to uplift the spirit and spice up the wardrobe with transparant plastic vision.

Plastic garments might seem unconventional, but designers manage to make them absolutely marvellous with a touch of femininity, turning plastic into fancy necessity. 

Valentino presents new clear trend with traditional elegance and sophistication. 

Plastic trench coats, Valentino S/S13

Holly Fulton intricately worked floral sequin embroidery across poppy plastics. 

Plastic Dress and Bomber, Holly Fulton S/S13

Emilio Pucci adds a gentle touch to tough PVC with beautiful crochet.

PVC Trench Coat, Emilio Pucci S/S13

It might seem difficult to add those bold garments to everyday wardrobe. But clear plastic can be thrown into any striking combination. Promoting bold, futuristic approach transparent trend becomes a real treat for the eyes.

Burberry Prorsum presents juicy orange cape reaching a new level of creativity.

Plastic Cape, Burberry Prorsum S/S13

Lacoste models are dressed in more casual matte thin plastic coats.

Matte Plastic Coat, Lacoste S/S13

Charlotte Ronson offers customers trendy bombers made in variety of colours.

Plastic Bomber, Charlotte Ronson S/S13

Looking absolutely striking on the catwalk, plastic designs are totally wearable in real life. You can simply wipe candy-like garments  with a slightly wet soft cloth and give your washer a break.

There is some more transparency to add to your wardrobe: perspex and plexiglass accessories. 

Alexander McQueen’s space-age visors are made from high-shine, reflective plexiglass (with essential UV protection) and are completely clear to see-through.

Plexiglass Visors, Alexander McQueen F/W12

Creating new collection Valentino makes an elegant choice of colour bags, and adds studded detailing.

 

           Studded Plastic Bags, Valentino S/S13

Romantic perforated shopping totes, made of plastic.

Perspex Handbags, Simone Rocha S/S13

Givenchy neck cuffs with gold and silver frames.

 

        Transparent Neck Cuffs, Givenchy S/S13

Cinderella's dream came true, best designers in the world took a creative approach making shoes in clear PVC.

Louboutin shows a charming balance between classic and cool, making legendary red soled shoes even more desirable by adding transparent magic to them.    

PVC Pumps, Christian Louboutin S/S12

Their is also a variety of choices of plastic sneakers, for those who prefer comfort.

Jeremy Scott offered adidas lovers a plenty of creative designs, but how could he make sneakers look more angelic then this pair?

Clear Wings Sneakers, Jeremy Scott x Adidas

The Converse All Star is certainly one of the most classic sneakers of all time, back in 2012 they decided  switched things up with a fully clear Lo & Hi Chuck Taylor.

Transparent Sneakers, Converse '12

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From Converse to Stilettos - Kristen Stewart's Style Evolution

Although "style icon" may not be the first word that comes to mind when it comes to our favourite buzz worthy celeb Kristen Stewart, we are always curious and on the look out of what her next red carpet look will be.

Seemingly nonchalant, Kristen has stated in her interview with Vogue Magazine that she isn't keen on actresses who are "more concerned about looking pretty in your heels, and so you're walking slowly down the line. Put a pair of sneakers on." From one extreme to the other, we soon find Kristen rocking sexy high heels and body hugging outfits! Lets take a closer look at her style, and how its evolved over the years with some honorable mentions...

In 2009, Kristen attended a red carpet event sporting a Yigal Azrouël dress with beat-up sneakers, creating a youthful, edgy, and non traditional look.
















Again in 2009, this time at the teen choice awards Kristen has gone for a super punk rock ensemble with a spiked metal skirt, wonder what the Volturi would think of this look? One plus, heels!

Kristen is taking on a more sophisticated glam look at the premier of Snow White and the Huntsman , but oh wait...take a closer look...Sneakers!!! Quite a strange combination to say the least.                                       

This outfit is to die for, Kristen looks stunning at the TIFF festival this year - feminine, sexy, and sophisticated. Once she called it a night however, on came the sneakers, this might be her signature look after all!

VA-VA-VOOM!! She sure knows how to make a statement, confidently wearing a sheer Zuhair Murad jumpsuit, all eyes were on her at the Twilight Breaking Dawn 2 premier.
















One this is for sure, the red carpet would be a boring place, without the young and rebellious fashion flare of the only woman who can rock a sheer gown and kicks - Kristen Stewart.

For more on Kristen's interview with Vogue Magazine visit:
http://www.vogue.co.uk/news

Written by: Karolina Swietoniowska

Getting The 1D Look For Less

One Direction released their newest album Take Me Home just this month, and have had all the tweens worldwide swooning over the boys and their music since their discovery on X Factor in 2010. 

Their fashion choices have had girls and boys all over the world asking, “Where and how can I get that look?!” Let’s have a look into what their stylist, Caroline Watson put together for the boys in the past, and how everyone can get a similar look for much cheaper than 1D.

Caroline Watson's choices:

Our Picks:

Checking out these designer finds with the same 1D look, you can save big time and still get that same preppy, boy band look for less!

For more great finds, shop online at:
http://www.franklinandmarshall.com/en
http://www.topman.com
http://www.fredperry.com
http://www.converse.com
http://www.usc.co.uk



Written by: Nicole Grisell