(Left, Lanvin. Right, Dolce and Gabanna)
Baroque is one of the most striking yet workable trends around at the moment. It is inspired by the art, design, fashion, and architecture of 15th century Europe, and is the very height of opulence. The trend showcases a crush of jewels; rich, royal colours; brights metallics, and religious imagery.
The designers leading the trend for A/W 12 were Lanvin and Dolce and Gabanna. Lanvin's pieces featured heavy fabrics in deep colours, encrusted with jewels. Dolce and Gabanna on the other hand concentrated on a filigree garden of golden curls shining brightly against delicate black fabrics. I absolutely love embellishment, historical references, and gold details, so I'm crazy about this trend!
River Island is the clear winner when it comes to baroque on the high street. They had so many beautiful items that I struggled to choose which to use in this feature! I just love the detail on the head band, and the way that the gold belt stands out against the all black dress. The handbag has beautiful detail, but the colours are subtle enough to go with almost any outfit.
I think that the Lavish Alice shirt and New Look trousers would go perfectly together with a pair of heels for a sophisticated, stand-out evening look. The golden slippers from topshop give me such a fairy-tale feeling! I think that they would look perfect with a pair of black skinny jeans. The golden cross necklace from Regal Rose is just beautiful, and would add gothic drama to any outfit!
Those trousers are to die for! Perfect Christmas party outfit!
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They're lovely aren't they :) and now a bad price!
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I've just come across your blog and I'm so glad I did. Your pictures are amazing! xo
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Thanks so much babes! :D x
DeleteI love this trend, gold is so gorgeous! Zara has some gorgous pieces like the above :) x
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Yes, Zara is amazing! I'll have to have a look on their website later :) x
DeleteI never thought I was big on baroque but after seeing this I'm pretty much in love with everything. I've always been an advocate of black and gold all the thins but this is just utter lush. Trousers may be my fave!
ReplyDeleteAw well I'm really glad that I've opened up baroque to you! I love black and gold so much too! x
Deleterealy ove your bog, this post is stunning! love the items you picked too cute x
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DeleteLove this style, it's so decadent! Perfect for the festive season! xx
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I love every single item you picked for this post. I'm starting to love the baroque detailing a little more now :)
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DeleteI love the baroque trousers! I really want to try out this trend, but can't find any suitable pieces...
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Thank you sweetie :) x
Deletei haven't seen this style out yet (do i live under a rock?) but it's absolutely beautiful! i'd feel so fancy and put together in it, and i love how it's artistic but also a little dark. beautiful!
ReplyDeleteAw well I'm really glad that I brought it to you! That's what I love too, how it is beautiful but dark :) x
DeleteI'm in love with baroque! You have such a great blog! Congratulation :)
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DeleteI love this trend, it looks so luxurious and elegant! I love that head piece! I'm really enjoying reading your blog, followed! xx
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DeleteI love this collection! Especially the dress, the black velvet is incredible!
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The dress is my favorite too! x
DeleteLove the RI dress, I saw it in there the other day and remember thinking how pretty it looked! Would look so lovely with the hairband too x
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I totally agree, that would be an amazing outfit!! x
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Thank you hun :) x
DeleteThe trousers look gorgeous ! River island have such good stuff in at the moment :)
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River Island really are ace at the moment! x
DeleteThose Baroque trousers are gorgeous! xo
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they're pretty stunning! x
DeleteAwesome! I've not been brave enough to go for patterned trousers yet :)
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Just found your blog and I'm pleased to see another article on the Baroque trend as I've recently done one as well, if you fancy checking it out: http://frankest.blogspot.co.uk/
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