Must-Have Accessories for Spring 2013

So, I have rounded up my 5 favourite must-have accessory trends for the Spring season. It was a difficult choice, but these are fun, easy to find, and wearable.

1.     The Mini

I am obsessed with the mini handbag. It might be the cutest trend of the season and you can get a few in various colours. The Reed Krakoff micro boxer is my all time favourite- Not only do I love the electric blue colour (especially for Spring), but I also adore how it's structured. Below it, is the 3.1 Phillip Lim Mini Pashli Satchet. The top handle and snakeskin print are key selling points. 

 Reed Krakoff

 3.1 Phillip Lim

2.     Black and White

This trend is a given as everyone has been talking about it- black and white. You can play up the contrasting colours in either geometric shapes or stripes. I love the Celine calfskin slipper in the colour block. If you are feeling a bit edgier, the Nicholas Kirkwood striped block heel is sure to turn heads. 

Celine

Nicholas Kirkwood

3.     Seeing Clearly

The clear plastic trend seems to be on everyone’s radar this Spring. A beautiful shoe is the Celine Optic Mule, made of shiny calfskin and smoked vinyl. Pair it with an all white suit and you’re the center of attention. If you don’t want to break the bank, I adore the Marc by Marc Jacobs clear top handle satchel. Just be sure to keep the inside of your bag clean, of course!

 Celine

Marc by Marc Jacobs

4.     Pastel Dream

Pastels are sticking with us for another season, which I am excited about. I love the blush Mulberry Alexa bag. It’s an iconic handbag and its more neutral colour gives you the opportunity to wear it at any time. The Alexander McQueen structured Heroine tote is beautiful and I find the pastel colour to be perfect. 

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 Mulberry

 Alexander McQueen

5.     Stackin’ It

I have saved by favourite accessory trend for last- Stackin’ It. I have started following a blog called  Me and Lex, and the sister duo stack vintage and new necklaces above one another to create the look of a bib. I find it to be stunning and I cannot wait to try it for Spring. The bib necklace from Dannijo is a more subtle way of creating a stacked look- or if you’re loving the look...stack on!

Me and Lex

 Dannijo

 - Carolyn Beaudry

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

- Alex B