ANALOGUE is by definition a trend that has a unified strong voice. All of the pieces weave together like a beautiful fabric. While you may not notice every tread, they come together to create an an innovative new look.
Solid, strong, timeless and simple. Premondinatly classic grey neutrals blend earthy browns play to the low design theme of the trend overall. The three main accents are Yves Klein blue, juniper green and my personal favorite Hermès orange! They serve as high design colors, completing this palette with clarity and sophistication.
I've broken down for you the FOUR BIG IDEAS for analogue so you can hit the stores wide eyed and excited and find those pieces that will really make you stand out!
ANALOGUE IS OLD YET NEW:
Remember how much you wanted a Zac Morris's mobile phone? Or loved watching the oxen roll across the Oregon Trail on your Apple computer in grade school?? But don't worry, you won't have to trade in your iphone to rock out first generation technology. Pixelated motifs are inspired by older computers on everything from sportswear to dinnerware.
Even typewriters will get in on the action. Classic serif letters outlined with circles in their traditional black, but I would not be suprised to see navy, tan and other unique combinations as well. All of this retro will also inspire the return of geek. But this time, geeks are chic. Natural materials like cotton and leather are create the foundation for modest pieces that inspire creativity rather than suck the life out of you like studying. :)
ANALOGUE IS UTILITARIAN CHIC:
Who said it's either form our function? Utilitarian has become chic just like the geeks! Furniture pieces with lots of doors, coats with lots of pockets and purses with a zipper to store everything! It's highly functional AND highly desirable.
Also, as the economy slowly recovers, this trend has really taken the everyday essential pieces by hostage. Looks for necessary items becoming extrodinary. It's here you'll find glimmers of shimmer. Gold paper clips and simple construction details made much more chic then utilitarian.
Remember how much you wanted a Zac Morris's mobile phone? Or loved watching the oxen roll across the Oregon Trail on your Apple computer in grade school?? But don't worry, you won't have to trade in your iphone to rock out first generation technology. Pixelated motifs are inspired by older computers on everything from sportswear to dinnerware.
Even typewriters will get in on the action. Classic serif letters outlined with circles in their traditional black, but I would not be suprised to see navy, tan and other unique combinations as well. All of this retro will also inspire the return of geek. But this time, geeks are chic. Natural materials like cotton and leather are create the foundation for modest pieces that inspire creativity rather than suck the life out of you like studying. :)
ANALOGUE IS UTILITARIAN CHIC:
Who said it's either form our function? Utilitarian has become chic just like the geeks! Furniture pieces with lots of doors, coats with lots of pockets and purses with a zipper to store everything! It's highly functional AND highly desirable.
Also, as the economy slowly recovers, this trend has really taken the everyday essential pieces by hostage. Looks for necessary items becoming extrodinary. It's here you'll find glimmers of shimmer. Gold paper clips and simple construction details made much more chic then utilitarian.
ANALOGUE IS ANDROGYNOUS:
Is that a male or a female??? Analogue likes to blur the lines and confuse. It won't even give you a name as a hint. One of the characteristics of this trend is the lack of branding. Rest assured this is a Ed Hardy free t-shirt zone kids!
Upgrade your t-shrit to true casual luxary. Linens are an obvious choice for anyone since they can go both ways. And yes, I do mean in the bedroom! This gender neutral zone is sophisticated and livable without being stuffy and 'perfect'.
ANALOGUE IS ANTIPLASTIC (And quite possibly my favorite trend characteristic!)
Felt and leather flourish in within analogue as well. And while both are all over fashion it's really the interiors applications that they stand out. Using leather on new surfaces and felt to not only upholster but to mold and create innovative shapes is exciting! I can't wait to see how ANALOGUE takes over 2012!
Are you rocking ANALOGUE!?! Did you take a pic of something at a local boutique or even Target you want to share!?! Or do you just LOVE or HATE one of the pics above??? Please tell me what you see and think by posting a comment below! :)
**Photography collection from Style Sight, JCrew & Veer.
Upgrade your t-shrit to true casual luxary. Linens are an obvious choice for anyone since they can go both ways. And yes, I do mean in the bedroom! This gender neutral zone is sophisticated and livable without being stuffy and 'perfect'.
ANALOGUE IS ANTIPLASTIC (And quite possibly my favorite trend characteristic!)
This trend proves that thinking green is here to stay. In lieu of plastic new materials have taken center stage in fashion and interiors. Thick, ultra-soft yards from a variety of sources run wild over a variety of styles and applications. These are not your grandmothers knit booties! Experimental constructions are already starting to yield some unique and captivating graphic motifs. I mean, this knit bench?!? OMG! Color, scale and those sexy danish legs! I can't wait for that to be in my condo!
Felt and leather flourish in within analogue as well. And while both are all over fashion it's really the interiors applications that they stand out. Using leather on new surfaces and felt to not only upholster but to mold and create innovative shapes is exciting! I can't wait to see how ANALOGUE takes over 2012!
Are you rocking ANALOGUE!?! Did you take a pic of something at a local boutique or even Target you want to share!?! Or do you just LOVE or HATE one of the pics above??? Please tell me what you see and think by posting a comment below! :)
**Photography collection from Style Sight, JCrew & Veer.
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