Texture, shine, hue and hand—a great fabric blocked piece lets the stylish girl experiment with all these elements simultaneously. Solids with prints, structure with drape and tantalizing textures are but a few of the fab fashionable tricks fabric blocking achieves. Looks range from avant garde edgy to work friendly chic in dresses, outerwear and separates for any occasion. Mix it up this season, and add this modern luxe trend to your wardrobe.
The biggest challenge with fabric blocking is feeling out just how bold you want to go. Mixing prints and heavy textures is for the fashionably fearless, and works best for outerwear or cocktail looks. For a straight up sexy take on this trend dare to go bare pairing sheer fabrics with structured or heavy draped fabrics. Upgrade your outerwear with serious texture paired with sleek trims like leather and knit. Loving the look and dying to go all out? Print and color blocking really takes this trend to the next level!
Maybe subtle is more your style? Structured blouses with soft feminine details in a monochrome palette, in soft chiffon or a hint of velvet, are a style “do” that’s rich to the hand and eye. Hints of print mixed up with a neutral solid is just on the far side of playful, while keeping it sophisticated. We’re also digging great accessory options: Get a jump on spring with eye catching mixed leather sandals, or look for a sassy boot.
Great for day or night, once you find your footing you’ll love rocking this look. For a bit of insight into the trends best looks, we leave you with this slideshow from the lovely Lou Lou magazine. Kitt Crescenzo
