Belt Up

The hourglass silhouette is currently foremost in the fashion mindset and, with the fit-and-flare trend going nowhere, it seems set to continue. What better way to embrace the trend than to accessorize with a waist cinching belt? Whether worn over loose knits, tailored dresses or winter coats the designers bring us a plethora of statement waisted belts with which to create the season’s most desirable silhouette and add a wonderfully decorative finishing touch.

Create a ladylike silhouette as seen on the catwalk of the Dior A/W 12 collection, above, with this waist cincher from Oscar de la Renta in rich burgundy leather.

Wear now with 50s style skirts or over your winter coat come the colder season. The gold tone hardware and equestrian inspired design set off a plain ensemble or understated coat.
A favourite of mine is this skinny, nude number from Miu Miu. Covered in gold-tone studs, it would be perfect to nip in the waist of an evening cocktail dress.

For a more playful look, contrast a simple, understated dress with this tropical print skinny belt by Proenza Schouler.

But to capture the full blown glamour of the nipped in waist, it has to be this velvet and chain belt from McQ by Alexander McQueen.

To create the most elongated hour-glass look, wear this over figure hugging block black, or alternatively, draw attention to the smallest part of your waist by pairing over print.
Whichever you choose, make sure to cinch it in tight and give yourself a silhouette that Sophia Loren would be proud of!

Aisha
www.trisori.com

A Flight of Fancy

With summer in London not being quite what it ought this year, can you blame us for embracing all the fantasy that fashion can provide this season? Thanks to the rather conspicuous dearth of sun so far, a touch of the novel, fantastical and strictly unnecessary is surely in order. And what can provide this more fancifully than the spate of feather embellishments and avian motifs that the fashion houses have kindly conjured up for us this season...

Try a cutesy take on Art Deco glamour in this mint strapless dress from Oscar de la Renta. With tiers of pastel feathers this is a dress with wonderful movement and the pastel shade is perfect to highlight any hint of a tan (be it real or otherwise). 

For a slightly less literal take on avian fashion, my money is on Reed Krakoff’s cotton sateen skirt, complete with digital falcon print. A versatile little piece that will hold it’s own whether paired with statement sandals and sunnies or ankle boots and a trench. 

If you are after the epitome of a statement evening look, Christian Louboutin certainly doesn’t disappoint with this feathered Artemis python shoulder bag. Created as part of a collection to honour his 20th anniversary, this bold collectible piece will be the guaranteed scene-stealer of any evening ensemble. Match with a simple shift dress for maximum impact.

Lastly, for when the sun does finally make an appearance, these feather sunglasses by Linda Farrow X Charlotte Olympia will add a flourish to any summer wardrobe.

Featuring a genuine bird plume within the frames, these 50’s style sunnies will be a terribly on trend way to see through a London summer in a rose tinted fashion. Come rain or come shine.



Aisha
www.trisori.com