One of my favorite trends happening right now is the ‘Audacious Lady’. There is something very beautiful in traditional ladylike fashion. It probably started when Dolce & Gabana reinvented their look with the classic Italian style. Everything was hand crafted with such beautiful detail. All the embroidery that was created for them, was made by an Italian craftsman. The colors, the patterns the textures were all gorgeously hand made. And it was a whole new look and feel for the brand, which has proven that there is passionate red lipped sexy Italian lady in all of us. The image and message of the D&G woman being a strong, beautiful, sexy and yes maybe a mother too, is something so special and unique to this brand that you can’t help but love it. The family orientation just makes it even more loveable.
Then there is one of my favorite designers… Ulyana Sergeenko. She has become one of the most sought after brands because of her detail, exclusivity and this very unique traditional Russian eastern European look. It’s bold powerful and romantic. With old patterns and textures used, it feels like a romantic heroine out a novel. It comes with a story and soul of its own. There is also a very strong sense of a modern woman within it all. Not only do she embody the traditional beauty but also envelops the feeling of a modern independent female. Her taste is fanatical when it comes to detail and craftsmanship. Take a look at her detail on her handbag below. It has the old folk art, being fully appreciated for its beauty and culture. I love the fact that instead of trying to remove fashion from tradition and culture instead she uses it to inspire her work.
Then we have the Chinese designer Guo Pie. She had a blast of publicity after Rihanna wore her dress. She is a Chinese designer staying true to her roots. Her bold colors, strong patterns and embroidery really flaunt her cultural background and enhances with her own interpretations. Not that it’s modern in the sense of westernization but instead creating something new from the old. She has a fearless approach and exaggerative visual ideas.
It’s exciting to think that this trend will open up so many other avenues for the romantic lady. The lady who walks her own way and writes her own story… Go on! You can be your own heroine!