European Fashions News and Trends

European Fashions News and Trends

Traditionally, they have said that fashion trends began in Europe. The rest of the world may be catching up in shared ingenuity, but there is definitely something in the art and movement in places like Milan and Paris that make women succumb to the scrumptious temptation of the masterpieces born there.

Recent European fashion trends deem that color is in. Vibrant colors of greens, crimsons, yellows and blues worn snug to the body, yet paired with layers upon layers are in. There is no rule about what colors are in and how exactly they're worn. Although, the colors are used sparingly and are used for the purposes of making a loud expression against a "blank" backdrop of blacks, browns and whites.

The recent trends tend to be one of seeming contradiction; however, the opposition in colors, patterns and styles work well together. As of late, we have seen plain colors of cream worn all over paired with deep azure boots or scarf. Likewise, other vibrant colors worn to give a "pop" of color here and there work well with the plain backdrop.

Also, there is a recent trend in the combination of knee-high socks with high heels. While yesteryear may have said this is a definite "no," it is now a hot look. In conjunction with this look, anything worn up to the knee is a must. The reason this look works well has to do with its streamlined appearance, which is what ties all of the looks in together with contrasting colors and patterns. As with anything, fun and individual artistic flair is a must in the creation of the next masterpiece

From hats and pants suits to lingerie, Boyish looks dominate Paris' fashion week. Designer Fatima Lopes kicked off the trend, debuting her fall-winter 2012 line that draws inspiration from the war museum Invalides. The designer found it was important to mix the looks with enough women's flesh showing for a sensual look.

Julien David continued the trend of European women fashion, finding inspiration with men's clothing on women as well. The knitwear is dark, neutral colors paired with thick hats and scarves. For Corrado de Biase, the Italian designer felt it was important to mix feminine silhouettes with men's clothing that hangs just right over all the right curves. Bloggers feel the trends shadow Coco mixed with 1970s trends.

This fall, fashionistas can expect no shortage of tweed and plaid prints that are paired with khakis and earth tones. High wasted shorts and sporty boots will also make a big impact on the streets of all major fashion capitols. On the lingerie runways, models sported a variety of sexy, but boyish samples as well. Boy cut shorts with lifted cups are sure to set a mood in your bedroom. Don't forget the first step to being a fashionista is feeling great with the perfect lingerie.

Fall Fashion Finds for 2012

As school holidays come to an end, we wave goodbye to the hot fashion pieces of summer 2012 and welcome in fall with its fresh styles, colors and accessories, sure to excite fashion divas everywhere. With fall coming up quickly, we are starting to see a wide range of fashion trends that can easily be worn straight through winter. With styles made up of a wide range of materials, colors and clothing items - the possibilities are endless.

Gone are the days of brown, black, and red tweed that were so definitive of past chilly seasons. Rather, the coming season allows for soft and subdued colors as well as bright mood-enhancing tones such as orange, red, and yellow. For those who want to go bright but do not want to go outlandish, burgundy or midnight blue are very elegant, strong options - especially for that all important affair that you have to attend, or for an empowered day at the office. Prints are also back with a bang - whether floral, polka dots, fruity images or something more retro - prints are definitely in for fall 2012. However you wear them, will give you that touch of feminine pizzazz. Just remember... prints are always better when broken with a monotone and neutral tone such as black or white belt, sash or pair of shoes and necklace.


This coming season sees a power play between the need for a masculine look, while remaining charmingly feminine. Manly shirts, suits, boots, and hats are must haves this coming season as women step out onto the streets of New York, London and Paris. Having said that, some designers have stood up for femininity! They have broken up the manly fashion pieces with some girly clothing items that have simply never looked so chic.

Whether choosing a manly or feminine look for a particular day, the designers have broken all boundaries and incorporated a wide range of materials, with a wide range of colors for the coming two seasons. Let's start with sexy leather, whether as one full outfit or combined with fake fur - could you think of a more sensational look?


Pleats and frills are also in, obviously for girls needing to feel feminine and flirty. A great look is to combine a neutral pleated skirt with an interesting print top for fashionable fun. Oh, and girls, just beware, minis are out while maxis and midis have stepped in. Calm down - for those thinking that their sexiness will have to take a step out for the door, think again! The right skirt, teemed with the right belt and shoes is just right for perfect, subtle, sexiness.

Interestingly, designers have also taken the idea of fetishes to a whole new level by giving us Fall and winter styles created on fetish and dominatrix themes. Are you bold enough for it?

As in past seasons of late, layering is another fashion must - as long as you're wearing the right layers. Try a sheer shirt with wide-legged pants for indoor wear, paired with a thin knit sweater for warmth and a coat for outside excursions.

Of course, boots are a must and cute winter hats provide that extra sense of fashion flare.

A final accessory-must for that complete trendy look is a pair of fashion frames - whether they're prescription eyeglasses or simple eyeglass frames fitted with a placebo lens. The colors of the season allow for fashionistas to really let loose and enjoy choosing fun and bold designs and colors from the wide range available online. What's more, online eyeglasses shopping is so affordable that you may even be able to really accessorize by buying a few pairs in different colors, to complete your every look, every day of the next two seasons.