Crochet is no longer limited to doilies and your grandmother’s living room; both high and low-end designers have been flocking to this fabric for their summer and fall 2010 collections. When most people think of crochet, they think of it as being homely and exclusively for plain Jane’s. However, don’t let this misconception fool you: when done right, this trend can be laid-back, bohemian, feminine, and even sexy. For the summer months, stick to lighter, layer-able vests and dresses or accent pieces such as sandals/handbags. Diane Von Furstenberg makes a gorgeous crochet cocktail dress with a black tie-waist belt that exudes romance and sweetness. Tory Burch and Elizabeth & James both succeed when experimenting with color- the shoes they have created with crochet are incredible. If you aren’t ready to dive headfirst into this trend, add a touch of it to your ensemble with a few small crochet hairpins. No matter what the occasion, a little crochet will add a homespun feel that looks surprisingly sophisticated.
Dress: Diane Von Furstenberg
Vests: Mod Cloth, Sass and Bide
Handbag: Dolce & Gabbana
Shoes: Tory Burch, Elizabeth & James
Hairpins: Urban Outfitters
By Ali Antonucci
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