No, I'm not talking 'The Little Mermaid' - though that was a bloody good film! - more a curious Spring/Summer '12 fashion trend that has emerged from the depths (that was terrible, last bad pun I promise!).
The SS12 Chanel, Versace and Alexander McQueen shows were inspired by the sea - with varying degrees of literal interpretation (dressing like a barnacle anyone?). Simple shift dresses were printed with starfish, coral, mermaids and all manners of oceanic fodder at Versace, while Chanel showed wearable separates in gorgeous mint greens, turquoise blue hues and iridescent fabrics, accessorised with pearls and novelty shell-shaped clutches.
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| Chanel SS12 |
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| Versace SS12 |
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| Versace SS12 |
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| Alexander McQueen SS12 |
Rest assured, there are subtler ways of ticking the trend! This gorgeous watch from Storm completely encapsulates the trend, while this shimmery clutch from Viva La Diva offers an easy update.
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| Germonite by Storm £99.99 |
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| Viva La Diva.com £39.95 |
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