TREND SPARK! Week 23 | 20.09.2008

TREND SPARK!

By Alexandra Suhner, London Editor | Week 23 | 20.09.2008

New York Spring Summer 2009 Catwalk Collections Trend Round Up

Pewter and Bronzes

Metallics for Spring Summer 2009 will be in shades of pewter and bronze, seen at Donna Karan, Calvin Klein, Halston and others.

Avocado Green

Seen in shiny or matte textures at DKNY, Narcisso Rodriguez and more...

Geometric Silhouettes

Unusual geometry plays a big role in the silhouettes, with many designers favouring interesting shapes.

Folds

Pleats, drapes, and volume come in the form of folds, soft or structured, seen at Calvin Klein, Michael Kors, and Oscar de la Renta.

70s Flower Child Influences

Many designers showed looks that were inspired by the relaxed, hippy flower child look of the 70s.

Skin Tones

Nude and skin tones are a key Spring Summer 2009 color, seen at Halston and Proenza Schouler.

Electric Blue

Seen at DKNY, Halston, and Michael Kors.

Strapless Mini Dresses

As seen at DKNY, Matthew Williamson, and Calvin Klein.

One Shoulder Dresses and Tops

Asymmetrical silhouettes will be a key look for Spring Summer 2009, primarily one-shouldered dresses and tops.

Men's Blazers

Masculine tailored jackets are worn oversized at Marc by Marc Jacobs and DKNY.

Also...
Peasant style tops at Marc by Marc Jacobs, Halston, and Zac Posen.
Summer tweeds at Marc by Marc Jacobs and Donna Karan.
Big bows around the waist at Matthew Williamson and DKNY.
Striped tops at Michael Kors, Marc by Marc Jacobs, and DKNY.
Interesting strap detailing at Jonathon Saunders and Narcisso Rodriguez.
Ruffles necklines at Oscar de la Renta and L'Wren Scott.
High waisted swimsuits at Zac Posen and Michael Kors.

Photos courtesy of www.elleuk.com