As the Spring/Summer Collections for 2012 are being slowly released by their ingenious designers, there seems to be a pattern emerging - the tribal look is back, but it's more of a mature styling than we're used to, sort of like last season's older, more sophisticated sister.
I'm all for subtler, innovative designs rather than over-the-top animal prints and kaftans, so you can imagine my pleasure when this trend started popping up all over the fashion-sphere and blogosphere. Here are just a few of my favourite looks from this season's new safari looks.
So what do you think about this new trend? Rate it or hate it? And how was everyone's Halloween?
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We've all seen it - on the runways, on the street and in magazines. This Spring, while the style is utterly feminine, some can come off as very serious. Fortunately, that's where Free People came in this April, with none other than the gorgeous Sasha Pivovarova.
In this colourful and tribal-feel shoot, Sasha taps into her inner bohemian spirit for the April catalogue. Photographed by Guy Aroch, she dons an array of billowing skirts, tribal accessories and denim as she poses alongside some exotically cute animal friends.
The use of the mute colour palette of ivory and neutral hues, Free People has brought a luxurious sense of relaxation into the spring season, and many are loving it! I went to check out people's blogs today and about five had posted this spread, and after seeing it, I immediately knew why! The wild spirit and simplicity captured in these shots are enough to drool over, with the use of the wild-child stereotype and gorgeous clothes we all want!
So if you've seen it already, you'll know exactly what I'm talking about, but if you haven't, check it out below, and get ready to fall in love with these stunning designs and outfits fit for a (tribal-esque) princess!
AND because I just love you all so much, here's the video. It pretty much is the same thing as the spread, but just more of a look at all the outfits and more cute furry and feathery animals. Yay, two of our favourite things - fashion and cutesy wutesy animals! :)
So... What do you think? I don't think I could ever pull off any of these looks (ask my friends, I don't look good in 'adventurous' outfits. They tease me), but it doesn't mean a girl can't dream!
Love E ♥
