The latest innovation in the major AW 2012 fashion lines is Baroque , mingling Rococo patterns with extravagant fabrics . One way to easily achieve this look ... search for unwanted curtains or any material around the house ( or in charity shops and jumble sales ) with the Rococo design , as this is popular in everyday house fabrics . Baroque is an amazing way to kick off autumn , giving everyone a chance to be different , as there are endless amounts of Baroque patterns . Use your Baroque fabric to sew patches onto you own clothes , and even making an old clutch purse into a Baroque bag will make you stand out in a subtle way . Using metallic thread when sewing your material gives it a shiny and different edge , and if you aren ’ t that good with a needle and thread , try sticking on a fake Baroque pocket to an old shirt or skirt .
The trick to being a cheap individualist when it comes to fashion is creativity ; the best way to start is to get inspired ! Try looking at the latest catwalk trends , or at your high street . Once you get inspired with a creative idea , re-designing your old clothes becomes a hobby ( a cheap one too ) and soon you ’ ll be turning heads with the latest trends . The best feeling in the world has to be when someone asks you “ I like your outfit , where did you get it ?” and the only reply is “ I didn ’ t , I made it myself … it ’ s one of a kind ”.
MODEL - Toby Vincer PHOTOGRAPHER - Floyd Caird
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