How to wear: Marvelous Metallics!

As mentioned before here on AoT, metallics are big this season, giving Summer a different glam edge.  However this is definately not a trend you want to wear head to toe - a robot/spaceman look is not what you want!  So here's some ideas on how to wear and work with other trends. 

Outfit inspiration: (All high street of course!)

Give metallics a go - add a bit of glam to your Summer wear!

Trend: The Peplum

The peplum shape was big with celebrites last year, but now it's hit the high street!

The peplum is essentially a bit of extra material around the hips! It creates a very lady-like look and has a feel of old school glam about it. It's not for everyone, as it adds volume to the hips - and although this makes your waist look smaller, it's not great if you're already sensitive about that area!

Make up your own mind: They're all over the high street and would be great for an event, big night out or posh dinner date....

Print peplum dress, Miss Selfridge £49
Black peplum skirt, River Island £20
Pink peplum dress, Miss Selfridge £42

Beige peplum dress, Oasis £65
Polka dot peplum dress, River Island £40
Blue peplum dress, Oasis £65
Coral peplum dress, Dorothy Perkins £15 *Sale
Blue peplum skirt, Oasis £48
Beige peplum skirt, Warehouse £45

Give it a try!
AoT x

Trend: Mad Men 60's Shapes

60's feminine shapes have been growing fast along with the popularity of TV show Mad Men. 

Knee length hem lines, fitted blouses and flared skirts, can be seen all over the high street! The flattering cuts, flirty shapes and girly look, make this trend so much fun to wear, it's dress up you can wear everyday!  Give yourself a lady-like look and embrace your inner Betty!

Dresses:

Polka dot coral dress, Dorothy Perkins
Lace fitted dress, Dorothy Perkins
Blue flare dress, h&m
Yellow collar dress, Miss Selfridge
Blush flare dress, Miss Selfridge

 Blouses and skirts:

Beige pussy bow shirt, Dorothy Perkins
Mint bow shirt, River Island
Yellow shirt with mint detail pencil skirt, h&m
Pink flare skirt, Topshop
Orange pleated skirt, Topshop

Mr. Draper will see you now...

Trend: Soft Prairie vibe

The Prairie trend, is soft, relaxed, a bit bohemian and great for festival wear this summer. 

Think soft colours, light denim and fringe details.  It's an easy trend to wear and you're likely to have pieces in your wardrobe to go with it already - result!


Prairie outfit ideas from h&m

Prairie colours and prints:

Butterfly Tshirt, Dorothy Perkins
Print dress, Dorothy Perkins
Maxi dress, Miss Selfridge
Peace Tshirt, Topshop

 Fringe detail:

Shorts, Cropped Tshirt and bag,
All River Island

 Light denim:

Polka dot shirt, River Island
Shirt, Topshop
Playsuit, Miss Selfridge
Skater skirt, Miss Selfridge

Are you a prairie girl?