Cross-body chains are becoming the latest choice of fashionistas after being spotted on many celebrities. Style analyst Monika Sood tells you about the season’s hottest accessories
COlOURS
Neons are gone, this season is all about cooler softer hues. Go for the pale pastels and neutrals like taupe, tan, grey, white and black.
JEWEllERY
Neck
It’s official that chokers are back with a bang and are seen all over the runway by leading fashion brands. They are one of the coolest neck jewelleries around and if paired with a long necklace, it completes the look. The 90s biggest throwback jewellery trend is all you will see in 2015.
Apart from chokers, multi-strand neckpieces are the call. Chains, pearls or coloured stones layered together with a hint of charms here and there add the perfect touch. They may be very delicate pieces with super thin chains or bulky chains and crystal stones.
Hand
layering and stacking are seen in bracelets as well. Symbols, charms and slogan bracelets are wrapped up and stacked together. leather chords, nylon threads and other materials add texture and dimension. Midi rings were hot last season and will continue to be. With an addition of ring stacks, this jewellery trend is going nowhere and will stick around for a while.
Palm cuff is the new kid in town. After the monotonous bracelets, palm cuffs brought in a kick of change with the edgy midi rings and knuckle rings. This stunning piece of jewellery is new, different, cool and as practical as we’d like. It could be the next midi-ring.
Ear
Earrings will be the most experience accessory in the following season. A very trendy accessory among fashion designers is asymmetrical earrings. The asymmetry may be a subtle change in position or an element or going completely over the top by wearing different earrings on both sides or wearing a single earring. Ear cuffs are going strong and will be seen ruling the market. They don’t have to go all the way to the top to make a statement. It is a simple way to make any outfit chic.
Body chains
Body chains have returned as the ultimate statement jewellery worn. These can be worn in different styles and multiple ways and can be worn bare or over clothing.
Cross-body chains are becoming the most popular style of body chains after being spotted on many popular celebrities. They are versatile enough to be paired with a flowing dress to give an elegant and chic look and can also be worn with bikinis or with casual tees for a more contemporary look. Thigh chains are the latest accessory to be seen and will take the fashion world by storm. It is an intricate piece of jewellery that softly falls over your leg across your thigh or even the entire leg.
The arm chains drape gracefully down your arm from your shoulder. This body jewellery peeks out from a short-sleeved top, adding a delicate touch of sparkle to your arm.
ACCESSORIES
Hats and caps
Wide brim sun hats and floppy hats are in. Baseball caps are a staple and can be found in various shapes and styles perfect for the casual style. There are solid colours and floral prints.
Hair chain
Hair chains lends an edge to any look. It can be worn in a variety of ways which suits your personality. These chains can either be worn all over the head or just as an accent enhancing your hairdo.
Scarves
The light and weightless scarfs will hit the shelves next spring. like other accessories, scarves will also be seen oversized. Available in different colours, textures and materials, the focus will be bold patterns and prints. Softer understated brights, neutrals and pastels from the colour palette will rule this season.
Bags
The comfortable and easy to carry bucket bags and cross body bags aren’t going anywhere though they have become a little bigger. Oversized flower is a motif that was seen a lot on the runway, and they look pretty and feminine. Every hands-free bag was countered with hands-only bags without shoulder straps making them rather high maintenance.
Sunglasses
After the bug-eyed round shades it is time for the oval to come in. Forming the perfect egg shape, this retro shape is going to be the next big trend.
(The writer is the founder of Youshine)