In the fervent hope that summer getaway’s are on the cards this year, The Exchange’s regular fashion commentator, Nottingham designer Susi Henson, looks at some of the season’s key accessory must-haves to ensure a Great Escape…
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Buying beachwear for a summer holiday abroad might not be quite on the cards for us just yet, but this season's accessory trends are full of all the colourful charm we want from our holiday wardrobe. So, we need not to be missing out on adding some whimsical delights to our outfits over the coming months, especially with the focus on practicality and comfort for this season's fashion trends, the attention is on the accessories to bring some vibrancy and fun.
Susi Henson
Luxe Eco: This season the reusable water bottle and coffee cup are not only essential items, they are essential fashion accessories. Of course, we all want to do our bit for the environment and its doubtful anyone carrying them are doing so as a fashion statement, even so, it is a trend as bizarre as that is. The fashion world is however slowly moving in the right direction, and any item of clothing or accessory that is ethically and sustainably produced from organic fabrics and dyes to being recyclable, ethically manufactured, recycled and upcycled or second hand is bang on trend and it's a trend that is here to stay.
Artisan: One of the biggest accessory trends this spring / summer is for artisanal and handcrafted products. The pandemic has seen a rise in supporting local and independent businesses and with that artisans and handcrafted products are having their moment quite rightly in the spotlight. Beautifully crafted products and accessories that are handmade or have a handmade feel to them are the object du jour this season. As are accessories with a boho vibe such as layering multi coloured beads, jewellery with healing crystals, fringing and folk style colours and embroideries.
Statement Sparkle: When we start meeting up with friends and family again, each time is going to be a very special occasion and special occasions require a little bit of sparkle. Sequins are a big fashion trend this season, as are diamante accessories and bling. The catwalks for spring were full of sparkly statement accessories particularly at the Chanel show which featured oversized diamante hair slides and tiaras. Dr Martens
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