Trend Report: Spring ’09 Accessory Report #2

I have to admit, this is one trend I loved the second it hit the runways. The thing is…I would not classify this as a trend. The classic shapes and colors seen here are timeless. They work well with women of all ages too.

Safari chic is nothing new but this season there are some wonderful new twists that make the trend fresh and exciting. In 2009 we will see more structured cargo pieces are being paired with draped pieces to soften the look.

You can’t pull off safari without a hint of animal prints. How many kinds you wear at once depends on how brave you are but my rule of thumb is to wear animal prints on accessories or as accents only…. but that’s just me!

Look for African inspired jewelry made of chuncky resin, horn, antique metal finishes and unexpected materials like hemp or bamboo cord.

Cargo pockets are useful for storing ipods or lassos (think Indiana Jones). So its only natural to see pockets o’plenty on everything from pants to purses.

Finish off the look with a wide brimmed hat or fedora and the ever-so-cool aviator glasses. Its a jungle out there…might as well dress the part and look great too!