Dsquared2's Spring/Summer 2009 collection gets 2009 bikini trends spot on with three different interpretations of the cut-away bikini trend;
The trend towards bold, exotic statement jewellery we spotted for 2008 looks like it won't be slowing down for 2009. Enter Rockoko Jewellery; a sophisticated online store dedicated to the best contemporary designer jewellery from around the world.
Circle Blue Chalcedony Ring by Monica Vinader; Solar Eclipse Bracelet by Lara Bohinc
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Here's a take on the one-shoulder fashion trend that we haven't seen before: a one-shouldered play suit.
The play suit featured as a part of the Salvatore Ferragamo Spring/Summer 2009 runway at Milan Fashion Week.
The collection also featured a number of other 2009 fashion trends including some very sexy instances of the cutaway trend and structured draping.
Forgive me for stating the obvious.
One-shoulder fashion may be a major part of 2008 fashion trends. It's even joined the list of 2009 fashion trends.
The same can't be said for the 'single breast'.
The look debuted on Francesco Scognamiglio's Spring Summer 2009 runway in the form of this pearl-coloured, bow dress.
There are a number of other trends you'll find on Francesco Scognamiglio's catwalk, however; key amongst them the sheer and ruffle trends.
Rayban Wayfarers simply refuse to go out of fashion. Lindsay Lohan wore her trusty pair while out shopping in Hollywood.
While they were a big 2008 fashion trend, a word of the wise about wearing them in 2009 though;
In a collection of Cavalli-esque proportions Miss Bikini Luxe unsurprisingly gets 2009's bikini trends spot on.
When I labelled Francis' Spring/Summer 2009 collection as Gossip Girl worthy I also questioned the motivation behind the catwalk's last look (pictured right).
"A parody? A wink? A nod? A swipe?" I asked.
I'm now leaning towards parody.
Not providing an answer, but providing more details on the polo dress, the design house has posted in our fashion forums to let us know that the dress is the "Accost polo dress"; a clever play on Lacoste if ever there was one.
Sadly they've also told us the Accost dress isn't going to be produced for sale.
If you made it to High Fashion, High Tea at MSFW last weekend, odds are you will remember this dress. Made from the most luscious hand-painted silk jersey fabric, Alexi Freeman's Grecian Decollete Dress falls elegantly across the body and feels delightful against the skin.
This gorgeous dress is also one of 12 finalists of the Caulfield Classic People's Choice Awards. It may not be the most obvious choice for a spring racing outfit; with its edgy black, white and gold prints, and Grecian-inspired cut; but that's precisely what makes it such a stand out entrant. It's up against other great outfits from the likes of Yeojin Bae, T.L Wood, and Saxonne. Cast your vote on which dress should win the award, and you'll also go into the draw to win heaps of great prizes yourself; including members passes to the Caulfield Cup and a $500 Chadstone shopping center voucher.
Seemingly nothing is sacred anymore. What else could explain Britney Spear's wearing of a one-shouldered dress to the 2008 Video Music Awards?
Thankfully though, it's not enough to kill off the 2009 fashion trend with a bevy of designers currently including the one-shouldered fashion trend at New York Fashion Week.
Fashion Exposed, which will take place in Melbourne this weekend, is not just about well-established names. It's also the place to discover budding new labels that are yet to hit the big time. One such label to grace Fashion Exposed this year is Mejikuh - a brand created by an ambitious team of two, neither of who have ever studied fashion.
With inspiration from the 1960's, Mejikuh's collection presents a la dolce vita look with hints of colours. The materials used are combined of Japanese Sateen, Italian Sateen, and Chiffon Silk. These materials are used in varies ways throughout Mejikuh's latest designs with the overall effect of a feminine, alluring feel.
