FASHION
CALI
girls
Liana Shaw talks us
through the Cali trend,
from boho dresses to
distressed denim
C
alifornia; One of the most iconic
places in the world, the home
of Hollywood and surf culture,
incredible coasts and Beverly
Hills. More often than not, when we think
of California, we think of the beaches, the
sand, the sea; the glorious sunshine filled days
driving down the west coast with the surfboard
in the back and the Pacific to the left.
Fashion is also taking its inspiration from this
vision for a key trend this season. Perfect for
summer, Cali style brings to life the freshness
and freestyle ethos that we associate with
California dreaming.
The boho chicness we love from the days of
hippie revolution is a major piece of this trend.
With texture playing a part, natural fabrics are
best for achieving this look. Distressed linen,
light, flowy cotton and slouchy knitwear all
work brilliantly. Tailoring, structure and over
worked fabric makes way for gentle crochet,
wider weaves and cheesecloth style fabrics
instead. Crinkles and creases? How low
maintenance.
However, it’s not just the sort of fabric that can
lend its hand to the trend. Colour plays a big
part too. There’s quite a broad spectrum; a mix
of earthy tones in blues, greens and ochres,
contrasted with bright and bold pinks, yellows
and reds. The softer colours add a more relaxed
vibe to an item of clothing; cream as opposed
to the sharpness of white, a gentle greyish blue
instead of a strong royal blue. That’s not to
say there aren’t brighter colours involved, but
the look is more laid back than stand out and
colour can help make that work.
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