Look out 80s, the 70s are back. Tie dyed tops, bottoms and dresses tripped down the runways.
Tory Burch believes the look can work for anyone, no matter what their age, and thinks it looks modern yet nostalgic. Bluemarine did a caftan that, although not so modern, managed to fit perfectly in the nostalgic category. And Proenza Schouler’s Lazaro Hernandez and Jack McCollough applied the dying technique to sleek, sporty styles-giving it new life and firmly planting it in the modern category. Meanwhile, at Rodarte, Kate and Laura Mulleavy put together their ragged looks from bits of fabric clearly riffing off the flower child era.
If our eyes don’t deceive us, it appears this summer will be, once again, the summer of love.
Top Dos and Don’ts
- Do pair a tie-dye tank with a proper suit; contrast is everything
- Don’t wear a caftan unless you can accept looking larger
- Do pull off a tie-dye scarf (try one from Perfect Match)
- Don’t wear it as a bandana
- Do feel free to experiment, no matter what your style
Get the Look
Try Aritzia for tie-dye pieces for Spring 2010.
