Fashion Trends For Women Accessories: Handbags

By kirsty semple

Trendy Designer handbags from designers of Los Angeles

Bags are seeing the same fashion trend as boots: a classic shape with an extravagant twist. Animal print, especially crocodile skin is finding its way onto simple shapes, bold colours are adorning the classic cut and otherwise unassuming bags are finding themselves in the limelight having had a glam makeover.

Day bags. This season sees the quirky twist of the oversize bag. If you can carry this off (excuse the pun) then go for it, if the bulky bag is too much for you then the oversize clutch bag can give daywear a glamorous lift. Faux fur is also an alternative to the bulky bag whilst giving you that must have luxurious style. Bags are no exception to the other trends of the season, metallics, vivid colours especially purples and animal print are all represented on the catwalks.

The contrast of simple and extravagant does not bypass bags either, where casual styles are accented with luxurious detail. Chain is a big look this season, chain handles or just as decoration on the bag itself, glitzy cabochon beads are adorning the corners of neutral coloured bags, distressed leather is being given new life with studs and fabrics are mixing different textures together for a new kind of love. For the retro look bead bags with trailing fringes. If going for the bold colour look then stick to the block of colour with a bag matching the outfit.

Evening bags. There is a renewed trend for the clutch bag, again in metallics, colours and animal print. The minaudiere, or tiny bag is also a trend and can be matched perfectly with metallic ballerina shoes.

If the clutch bag is not for you then shoulder bags with chain strap can be carried leaving your two hands free. Or for carrying overnight things there are some great barrel bags available in this seasons colour trends.

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The 3 Most Commonly Used Fabrics in Designer Clothing

Designer apparel has become extremely popular over the past decade or so. It was always popular but recently we have seen an overwhelming rise in popularity from this industry. To get the best of the best in designer clothing, choose pieces that incorporate these 3 fabrics into your choices:

Silk
Silk has always been associated with luxury and wealth. There’s something about silk that makes you feel important and when you wear an authentic silk piece, your confidence level goes up a couple of levels immediately. There’s just something about the way the silk hugs your body that flatters every curve, regardless of your shape.

Silk is used for a variety of fashion related pieces. It can be used for skirts, dresses, blouses, scarves, pajamas and lingerie. There are a number of manufacturers who have taken full advantage of the benefits of silk. Some of the designers who have been recognized for creating unbelievable silk designs include Prada, Chanel and Roberto Cavalli. These world renowned designers offer only the best of the best when it comes to their designer clothing and their customers are always happy with their purchases.

Purchasing authentic silk items will benefit you in a number of ways. Not only will it look better because the quality is higher than other materials (or materials that are only 50% silk and 50% other materials) but it will also last longer. A true piece of silk is likely to last twice as long as the “knock-off’ materials. In addition, silk is said to be one of the most comfortable clothing fabrics on the market right now. The sleek, luxurious feel of silk on your body will outweigh the cost in a second. Now you can justify paying twice as much.

Satin
Satin, although usually classified in the same category as silk has a few very distinctive features. Silk is made from insect larvae and is made of small, fine threads. Satin is shinier than silk and usually incorporates some kind of silk fabric into it but has a dull back. Silk is shiny on both sides so you feel the silk against your skin. Satin is perfect for those who don’t like the glossy finish against their body and prefer something a little softer. Generally, satin is slightly shinier, but for the most part, the two are hard to tell apart just from looking.

Like silk and cashmere, there are many designers who have decided to incorporate satin into their magnificent designs. Some of the most luxurious satin gowns have come from prestigious designers like Versace and Valentino. Unlike silk and cashmere, satin has become a very popular material in shoe design. World renowned footwear designers like Nine West have decided to use silk.

Cashmere
Cashmere is known for its long lasting comfort and unbelievably soft appearance. It’s one of those materials that when you see someone wearing it, you just want to touch them because the material looks and feels so incredibly soft. Cashmere is one of the most popular materials in designer clothing because it provides so many benefits. Like silk and satin, cashmere is also long-lasting, comfortable and pleasing to the eye.

There are many designers who have taken full advantage of the popularity of cashmere. Some of the prestigious designers creating cashmere pieces include Kenneth Cole, Michael Kors and Christian Dior. These luxurious designers are definitely the ones to look for if you’re shopping for high quality, stylish designer clothing.

The world of fashion can be a little undermining. Designers have clued into which materials are popular among consumers but realize that they can’t sell their items for low cost if they’re made from this authentic material. So here’s a secret to help you out: Some designers advertise their items as cashmere when in fact they are only partially made of the material. This way, you think you’re getting a deal because you can’t believe you just bought a cashmere sweater for $29.99. Well let me tell you something – nothing good comes for free. Look at the tags on these items and I guarantee you the product isn’t 100 percent cashmere.

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L.A. County Bar Takes on Design Copyright Debate

from Apparel News

The Los Angeles County Bar Association’s Intellectual Property and Entertainment Law section and the International Association of Entertainment Lawyers will tackle the issue of emerging intellectual-property issues in the fashion industry during its “Hot Off the Runway!” seminar. The networking event and panel discussion will take place May 1 at the Luxe Summit Hotel in Los Angeles’ Bel-Air neighborhood.

Panelists will discuss the scope of copyright and trademark protection for fashion designs and styles. Topics will include issues regarding rights in brands, the tension between protecting creativity in fashion and allowing more freedom to copy as a way of benefiting consumers, the pros and cons of the pending Design Piracy Prohibition Act, online sales of counterfeit products, and other emerging intellectual-property issues in the fashion industry.

Scheduled speakers include Ilse Metchek, the California Fashion Association’s executive director; Los Angeles attorney David Erickson, whose fashion designer clients include Libertine, Magda Berliner, Suzanne Costas Friewald (founder of Earl Jean), Spring & Clifton, Jasmin Shokrian, Wren, Trasteverine and Cheyann Benedict (co-founder of C&C California); copyright litigator Robert F. Helfing of the Sedgwick, Detert Moran LLP firm; independent designer Rami Kashou; and French attorney Anne-Marie Pecoraro, a member of the International Association of Entertainment Lawyers and an established European fashion lawyer.

For more information, call (213) 896-6560.

—Erin Barajas

L.A. Majors Market for April '08

L.A. Majors Market
from Apparel News

Monday, April 07 – Wednesday, April 09

April 7 - 13, 2008

CALIFORNIA

April 7
“Fashion Loves L.A.” contemporary, juniors and girls’ fashion show, presented by Directives West
Fall 2008 Fashion Show Seminar, presented by the Barbara Fields Buying Office

April 10
Mike & Chris sample sale

April 11
Head to Toe Women’s Expo

April 12
“Find Your Colors: VIP Color Lab for Women”, a shopping tour


NATIONAL

April 7
International Lingerie Show

April 8
Material World

April 9
Miami Fashion Week

April 11
Denver Apparel & Accessories

INTERNATIONAL

April 8
Hong Kong Mode Lingerie
Fimec

April 9
LeShow

April 12
China Sourcing Fair: Fashion Accessories
China Sourcing Fair: Underwear & Swimwear

For more details click here for ApparelNews.net