Fashion Trend

Obi Belts

Gucci

•The spring/summer 2011 collections delivered an Eastern promise - waists defined by obi belts.

•Carolina Herrera's polished cinchers had a graphic appeal, while Sonia Rykiel was more playful - tying hers over cardigans and paper-bag trousers.

•Paul & Joe's metallic obis are perfect for a dose of summer night glam, while there were sequinned options on the Louis Vuitton catwalk for extra sparkle.

•At Gucci, they had a tribal feeling and came tied over skirts, jackets, trousers and dresses. Wear yours with bright colours and to break up a colour-blocked look or make like Haider Ackermann and make your own after a visit to the haberdashery store.

Fendi

• For the day, take inspiration from the original festival-goers of the Seventies by keeping the look laid back with loose-fitting crochet and easy hanging fringing, as seen at Gucci, Elie Tahari and Roberto Cavalli.

• As evening sets in, go for Studio 54 glamour with shorts in luxe fabrics and a flower in your hair, as seen at Dior, Rodarte and Marc Jacobs.

• Now is the time to let go of your staple denim cut offs and follow the lead of D&G and Stella McCartney by embracing floral and fruity prints.

• Stick with the vintage feel when it comes to your eyewear; seek out oversized specs at MaxMara and the colourful offerings of Prada and Fendi.

• Manage your hair with a plaited up-dos - à la Erdem and Ungaro - while hats and headscarves at Marc Jacobs, Prada, Missoni, Ferragamo and Etro engulfed the catwalk providing countless cover up options

Inspiration

•Intense blues make a serious splash for spring/summer 2011. Rippling silks and slippery satins, drenched in oceanic hues, flowed throughout the collections.

•Bring a subtlety to bold blue by partnering it with black. A glossy black belt or bag, or silky black blouse will soften the impact of powerful cobalt.

•A touch of bright coral makes a gorgeous accent shade.

•Lively yet ladylike, blue is the go-to shade for carrying vibrant colour into the workplace.

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