A/W '12 Trends - Catwalk to closet - MILITARY

Military

Think....

Topshop Unique

Khaki

Navy

Gold buttons

Leather accents

Burberry....

A/W '12 Trends - Catwalk to closet - MILITARY by emmatje featuring silk pants

Military is one of the few trends that I'm not really feeling. As a redhead, I clearly love all shades of green, but I still feel that the military trend has been overdone. If you ask me, the key here is to think outside the box. I will on no account be rushing out to buy a khaki jacket with pleather sleeves, nor will I be donning an oversized camo jacket.

The military trend is something to buy in to subtly. Topshop Unique set the tone here. Make the most of the structured jackets available at Zara, as well as the basic tops in muted tones at ASOS. And grab yourself a faux sheepskin collar from ASOS for instant aviator chic!

How will you be working this trend in to your daily style?

Much love, Bemsy x

Oriental bird watching

Proenza Schouler A/W '12

Oasis A/W '12

A lovely inspired item or a knock off that's a little too similar to the PS design?

Much love, Bemsy x

A/W '12 Trends - Catwalk to closet - BAROQUE

Baroque

Think...
Gucci
Balmain
Rococo-inspired prints
Extravagant embellishments
Sumptuous colours - gold, emerald, sapphire...

A/W '12 Trends - Catwalk to closet - BAROQUE by emmatje featuring knee length pencil skirts

For me, ASOS and Motel Rocks have the best options for fulfilling your baroque dreams. If you aren't feeling too brave, accessories are a great way to incorporate this trend in to your normal outfits.

Will you be rocking this trend this winter?

Much love, Bemsy x

A/W '12 Trends - Catwalk to closet - GOTHIC

Gothic

This is the first in a series of posts where I will aim to share some of my favourite catwalk-inspired items for each A/W trend.

Think...
lace
velvet
thunder storm shades
elaborate detailing
deep red lipstick
crucifixes...

A/W '12 Trends - Gothic by emmatje featuring black dresses

Of course, you don't have to go all out gothic. Often, a hint of a trend works well with the basics in your wardrobe. How about a leather skirt with a crisp white shirt and a cross necklace? Or jeans and a tee with the JC Studded Holy Cross boots?

How will you style the gothic trend this season?

Much love, Bemsy x