microtrend alert! High Contrast

High contrast details have appeared on runways and in stores lately. It has been shown on everything from suits to casual wear, lending a playful touch to everyday life.

images: MM6 Maison Margiela | Akris | Prada

The trend we loved in the 80's has reemerged into present day fashion. Contrasting colors have been showed both casually and in sportswear to punctuate the lines of the clothes. This trend can take on diverse interpretations from contrast stitching or piping to color blocking, contrast panels, and trims. It is a great way to add a playful pop of color to what otherwise could be a somber outfit.

click through the gallery below for more examples of the contrast trend

images left to right from top: Akris | Natalie Barbesi | Sportmax | Sportmax | Sea | Tory Burch | Sportmax | MSGM | Lorod | Tory Burch | MM6 Maison Margiela | Sportmax

How will you be addressing this versatile and eye-catching trend?

We would love to know how you will incorporate it into your collection!

Sources: Vogue | Elle | The Impression | My Classico

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