Under the Radar Trend: Stars



Models backstage at the Dolce & Gabbana autumn/winter 2011 show at Milan Fashion week. Photo: betterthanstyle.com



Six months ago, during Milan Fashion Week, Italian fashion duo, Domenico Dolce and Stefano Gabbana sent 64 'rockabilly'-style models down the runway, in 'teddy boy' suits accessorized with piano key ties, and star-printed dresses in a 50s-style collection. Fast forward half a year, A/W is (in fashion terms) upon us and a Dolce-style trend is finding it's way into our hearts and wardrobes.

No, it's not the piano key tie, but star-printed everything you can get your hands on. As per usual, it's celebrities and fashionistas leading the way with the cute and quirky, but still sexy, Dolce & Gabbana dresses which have been cropping everywhere.

Smiling out of September's Marie Claire, actress Anne Hathaway is wearing hers, while Kim Kardashian has been spotted out in two different styles. British actress Hayley Atwell has taken the starry trend on the premiere trail for her current release Captain America: The First Avenger, and both mothers-to-be Lily Allen and Jessica Alba, have turned to the trend to deck their bumps.

The thing with a trend that is under the radar is that--you have to catch them quick, because if you wait around they'll have flown off the shelves. 

Lace isn't just meant for Grandma's Doilies...

Who said that Lace was only mean for Grandma's Doilies?  Lace is popping up as a key fabric in many Spring/Summer 2011 Collections.  D&G to Christopher Kane are using this fabric in fun and innovative ways.  D&G didn't let the fact that this fabric is typically used in skirts and dresses stop them.  D&G's lace tops and palazzo trousers are a refreshing alternative way to take part in the trend.

D&G SS 11



Erderm's Spring/Summer 2011 English Country Garden theme at London's Fashion Week is a great homage to an updated and modern take of the fashions of the 1900's-and anyone who isn't ready to step away from this fabric's typical association with frills and florals.

Erdem SS 11

Christopher Kane's Spring/Summer 2011 collection is the perfect antidote to all the white lace seen in the rest of the Spring/Summer 2011 collections on the catwalks.  His Neon pleated lace shifts and skirt suits are definitely channeling granny chic with a modern and refreshing twist. 

Christopher Kane SS 11

Need an alternative the the classic LBD? Valentino gives us an uber chic play on the LBD with Long-Sleeves and Leather Trimmings for a Gothic Chic look.  This is definitely a look I will adopting this Spring!

Valentino

Proenza Schouler gives us another alternative to play up the trend: Lace printed Pumps.  At New York Fashion Week, the label paired their neon tweed-lace dresses with orange lace-printed pumps. 

Proenza Schouler

I will definitely be channeling my inner edgy chic voice in incorporating this trend this Spring/Summer.  Don't be afraid to pair this great trend in a pop of neon color or pair it with Edgy accessories such as spiked heels, leather clutch or leather trousers.  Gwen Stefani does a great job in toughening up her girly lace with her signature red lips and skinny leather trousers.

Gwen Stefani