Go global in style

0 Comments | Brentwood Gazette, Jun 30, 2010 | by Lisa Haynes

South Africa may be the talk of the town as World Cup host but in fashion you need to look further afield to score on style.

Even if you’re not getting your passport stamped with exotic locations, you can still transport yourself to global destinations via your wardrobe this summer.

Traveller chic is one of this season’s hottest trends but don’t even think about digging out your rucksack unless it’s a Louis Vuitton duffel bag – the look is more business class glamour than economy scruff, thanks to the designers luxe take on this nomadic trend.

International catwalks have adopted an air of jet-set chic with the four corners of the globe providing the backdrop.

Paul Smith, Dries Van Noten and Marc by Marc Jacobs all took the fashion world on a far-flung adventure with elements of African tribal brights, Indonesian Ikat prints and Egyptian gilt-edged detailing.

You don’t need a round-the-world ticket to channel the global vibe.

Go fully on board with one destination style or mix-and-match your international inspirations for a neo-hippy edge. Think plane- hopping traveller who collects style souvenirs from every vacation and flings them on in an eclectic way that always looks picture postcard perfect.

From Bognor to Bali, whatever your holiday, make sure you book up for a global style vacation.

Africana Forget traditional safari khakis, if you want to make a statement go wild with vivid tribal prints. From workwear to evening glamazon, Africana is your visa to get spicy with your style. Seek out traditional tribal prints in modern shapes for a 2010 urban twist on this globe-trotting look and don’t be afraid to pile on bold statement jewellery in abundance.

Essential accessories: Tribal necklace, print head scarf.

Try: ASOS Africa blazer, Pounds 70, and shorts, Pounds 40; Sasaako Tisha tribal print dress, Pounds 79; Talullah Tu multi-bead tribal necklace, Pounds 28.

Carnival Make like you’re in the midst of Rio de Janeiro and inject a sense of carnival adventure into your ensembles. Transform your look into one big party with eye-popping jewel brights mixed with look-at-me bling
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