TRENDS // FASHION SNOOP - SPRING/SUMMER 2015 . ACCESSORIES

Here is a preview of FASHION SNOOPS',  Spring/Summer 2015 Accessories trends.  Fashion Snoop is an online forecasting trend service that reports on color, design themes, key items, details, etc., for women's, men's, kid's and accessories.  To learn more and subscribe to their services, go here to view their amazing site and check out their inspiring blog. You can also purchase a full report of each of the key trends  here.

    ALI    

Ali sets out to redefine the athletic lifestlye with the combination of refined elegance from ballet and the rough elements of boxing and Muay Thai. Strong sport elements influencing Ali include the prajied, a band of cloth traditional worn around the upper arm during a Muay Thai competition, hand wraps worn by boxers to protect their knuckles and the ankle wraps seen on the classical ballet slipper. The neutral color palette includes fleshy pinks and greys accented with deep reds and hints of purple. The materials pay homage to all aspect so of the cultures with herringbone cotton referencing the hand wraps, satin from the boxing robes and ballet slippers, worn leather of vintage boxing gloves, a tough rip stop nylon, open mesh and a creamy calfskin. Details follow suit with woven cording, velcro straps, Solomon bar, tied obi belt, tassels and ankle wraps.



    EXPRESSION NOVEAU    

Expression Nouveau continues to evolve artistic themes of the past two seasons with Classic contemporary of F/W 14/15 and Geo Minimalism of S/S 14. The expressionistic movement heavily influences this them with the use of brush strokes mixed with the new geometric shapes. The color palette also gets a new update with the classic primary colors being interpreted through more muted tones. The materials are heavily influenced by this new wave of thinking with ribbon weaves, painted canvas, geometric burnouts, painted silks, pvc and a supple calfskin rounding out the materials. pouches.



    ARTISANAL EMPRESS     

The Artisanal Empress gains inspiration from the lifestyles of those living in an isolated culture mixed with a strong warrior culture. Using what you have to create the best is what it is all about. Textured materials and artisanal accents like fringe and embroidery give this trend individuality. The rich color palette of rustic redish browns are accented with greens and golds to create a very natural yet ethereal color story. Texture becomes one of the most important aspects of materials with the crosshatched saffiano leather, artisanal knits, macram, pony hair and beadwork creating delicate patterns, while details bring the luxury and a touch of handmade with beaded fringe, embroidery, tassels, studs and metal accents adorning everything.

TRENDS // ACCESS . LEATHER INSPIRATIONS - SPRING/SUMMER 2015

Trend pick for the day is S/S 2015 from Access - Leather Inspirations.  This publication has five seasonal themes for women's shoes and hand bags, original material swatches, photos from designer collections and 90 exclusively developed shoe and bag models with descriptive black and white sketches.  To order your copy, go here. 

TRENDS // CLOSE UP - SKETCHBOOK SHOES VOL.14 F/W 2014-15

Close-Up Sketchbook Shoes Vol.14  F/W 2014-15 trends, is presented in several themes thru comprehensive sample of every trend has a range of Pantone tcx colours, a photographic and inspirational mood and a vast selection of coloured drawings, accompanied by suggestions for combinations, materials, accessories, and style details  To order your copy, go here.....

TRENDS // CLOSE UP SHOES . A/W 2014-15

Coming soon is Close-Up Shoes for Autumn/Winter 2014-15 season.  This publication is a photographic magazine which analyzes the fashion shows.  Sketchbook Shoes 14/15 focuses on the product by categories, trends and inspirations.  Every trend has a range of Pantone, photographic and inspirational mood with a vast selection of colored drawings, accompanied by materials, accessories and style details.  To order your copy, go here and also for their trend inspirations for bags, go here.

TRENDS // FOOTWEAR . WOLVERINE LEATHERS - AUTUMN/WINTER 2014-15

Wolverine Leathers is the global leader of Performance Leather which offers an array of performance features, colors, weights and other varieties. Their speciality is in working with designers, product development and sourcing to meet their needs in footwear design. Some of their clients include UGG, DKNY, Adidas and Vans to name a few.  Go here to learn more about their company. 

Here is a preview of their Autumn/Winter 2014-15 trends where you can view the entire report here. Their trends are inspired by 4 concepts: The Greatest Explorer's Club, In The Balance, Indie On The Hudson and La Zingara.

    THE GREATEST EXPLORER'S CLUB      

The economic model based on selfish over-consumption seems to be wavering and taking a page from our great grandfather’s diary, we are steeped in the lore of his conquests and surrounded by the souvenirs of his success. He had an adventurous life: an archeologist, an intellectual and a true gentleman. I want to be an explorer too! This has a 1920’s Great Gatsby spirit with tweeds, hunting jackets, argyles and tartans. We look to the Golden Age of tycoons, movie stars and Industrialists when over the top interpretation of European styling was all the rage. New wealth looked to great estates like Versailles to design the first mansions replete with dark mahogany wood, gold leaf, Italian marble and crystal chandeliers.

   IN THE BALANCE      

We strive to prove the theory that simplicity is the antidote for turbulence. Don’t call this minimalism, as this is about purity and a departure from fakery and gratuitous embellishment. It’s a concept that focuses on living on simplicity, friendship and comfort. Selfridges in London offers a refuge for overwrought shoppers – a “no noise room” where all products are completely devoid of logos and call outs. We streamline our lives to create more space to think and just ‘be’. There is a subtle sense of humor in the trend with color pops and offbeat angles.

  INDIE ON THE HUDSON      

All across the country new bohemian enclaves that are popping up like mushrooms in the woods. Old industrial cities along our rivers are being reclaimed and revitalized. Main Street but not mainstream. Here, artists, writers, foodies and farmers can live close to the land and to each other. Collaborative villages merge an urbane taste with a rural palate. This new collaborative is nixing old taboos and even modifying the behavior of seniors who today find new love well into retirement. These new relationships are more complex but more tolerant of all people.

  LA ZINGARA      

An air of enchantment infuses the season. Do you want to be rich? Do you want to be beautiful? What if your heart’s desire? In a worldwide context of fast and furious mutation, where aesthetic desires are too often translated in hasty, ill-assorted choices – the need to give meaning to beauty is a strong one. This new perception invites us to explore History, taking inspiration from the splendors of other ages and their application of golden rules. Within 10 years, 25 emerging countries will have twice as many households disposing of yearly revenue of over $30,000. These new middle classes will demand more embellishment in everyday life. “Looking rich” and blingy things are no longer enough and in developed countries where consumers find that sketchy aesthetics are not very inspiring. It is the use of classical artistic codes from the past that inspires us. La Zingara refers to gypsy styles with ornate brocade, priceless jewels and sumptuous velvets.

TRENDS// FOOTWEAR . WOLVERINE LEATHERS . S/S 2014

Wolverine Leathers is the global leader of Performance Leather which offers an array of performance features, colors, weights and other varieties. Their speciality is in working with designers, product development and sourcing to meet their needs in footwear design. Some of their clients include UGG, DKNY, Adidas and Vans to name a few.  Go here to learn more about their company. 

Here is a preview of their Spring/Summer 2014 trends where you can view the entire report here. Their trends are inspired by 4 concepts: simplicity, craftsmanship, nature and tribal. 

 MEADOW     FARM STAND CHIC WITH ORGANIC TEXTURES

  AZURE     NAUTICAL STATEMENTS WITH ACTIVE ACCENTS

  EDEN     THE TROPICS

  AMULET    ANCIENT TRIBES, POTTERY & MOSAICS

Wednesday Water Marble: Zoya Bevin and Holly

Water Marble Jewelery!


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marbling trend ever
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The fab necklace and earring set features Zoya Nail Polish in Bevin and Zoya Nail Polish in Holly. 


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