Denim comes back with a bang this spring, from eighties stone and acid wash to jumpsuits, jackets and sporty zipped dresses. If you buy one thing – make it the retro jean. Try a loose fit, rolled to the ankle in mid blue - rips essential. Or dare to ware in stone washed skinnies. Jeans, £90.00 by Current/Elliot at Net-a-Porter
By Melissa Dick
If economic gloom and the winter weather are getting you down then a quick look at the new season’s trends should lift your mood. From tribal accessories to ripped eighties denim, there’s plenty to look forward to this summer. Many of last year’s big themes continue – jumpsuits are here to stay, as are midi skirts and peg-leg and harem trousers – so get to grips with them all now. And there’s the arrival of some new keep-forever pieces like statement jackets, oversized earrings and extreme tribal shoes that will make your entire wardrobe look 2009. Here’s the key buys at the top of our editor’s wish list that will help you navigate the new season with ease…
Our full spring/summer 09 trend report is playing on ELLE TV now. Get the low down here…
