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| Clover Canyon Pre Spring/Summer 2014 |
While it seem a little early to even begin to think about Spring/Summer 2014 The Pre Collections are already upon us with Moschino, Chanel, Christian Dior, Cavalli, Oscar de la Renta and many more designers showing what in store for next year and it looking very exciting indeed! Dark urban delights with a mix of classic style can be seen throughout many collections along with fun accessories, vibrant prints and bold shades. The Pre Spring/Summer 2014 offers an eclectic mix to suit every taste; so Here are some of The Chic Guide favourites from Pre Spring/Summer Collections to inspire you for this coming season, enjoy!
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| Chanel Pre Spring/Summer 2014 |
Chanel channelled 1920's chic with a mix a modern fare which co-insides with the latest craze sparked by 'The Great Gatsby' movie of lower helm lines and elaborate jewels. Chanel of course began in the 1920's with Coco designing classic pieces but in a new way and this collection does exactly that. The dresses have unusual hemlines with a cut=out at the front revealing just the right amount of flesh but still remaining classic, their signature pearl necklaces have still featured but there is also the adage of chunky earrings, collars and embellishments for a much more modern take on their signature look. The beige, navy, black, grey and white colour palette very subtle yet striking in, overall the collection is stunning updated look for the modern 'Chanel Girl'.
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| Christian Dior Pre Spring/Summer 2014 |
Yet another classic brand, Christian Dior was all about bold colour blocking and print, asymmetrical hemlines, statement pieces; a move away from the more classic Dior this Pre Spring/summer 2014 was much for fashion forward with Raf Simons at the helm. Bright red and blue powers suits, colour blocking top and trousers and clashing print dresses, tops and skirts this collection has a very modern aesthetic with a hint of the 60's and 70's. Marion Collitard could be seen wearing a dress from the collection at Cannes International Film Festival this year and she wore it with a sixties inspired bouffant hair and hoop earrings which we can predict will be ever more popular for 2014.
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| Oscar de la Renta Pre Spring/Summer 2014 |
Moving on to Oscar de la Renta's Collections which is always a favourite of mine; the designs are consistently season after season elegant and chic. This collection was an array beautiful clothing with classic cuts and wardrobe staples injected with bold prints, beautiful fabrics and detail producing producing yet another timeless collection. What's beautiful about de la Renta's collections from season to season is accessibility of his clothing to women of all ages, shapes and sizes, his design are always effortlessly chic. Filled with so many elegant pieces this collection truly stunning; it radiates summer. You can definitely expect to see many of these exquisite dresses gracing the red carpet in the near future.
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| Bottega Veneta Pre Spring/Summer 2014 |
Abstract prints with red, grey and black was the predominant colour throughout Bottega Veneta's for Pre Spring/Summer creating stunning urban inspired collection. Featuring playsuits, separates and dresses but with a twist, the bold abstract prints, different textures and overlay fabrics is really wonderful; I love their fresh take and the classic silhouette. I loved the simplicity of this collection, you don't need to over accessorise any of the pieces, there stunning on there own which says a lot about the quality of design.
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| Moschino Pre Spring/Summer 2014 |
Moschino are always a favourite for their playful and chic style and I love their new Pre Spring/Summer Collection its very youthful, bright and fun! The prints literally jump at you and the accessories are even better, like the watering-can handbag, how cute is that for a summer purse? Daisies are one of my favourite summer flowers, they remind of happy days as a child and I love how they have used the daisy print throughout their Pre Spring/Summer Collection. I adore this Spring/Summer coat with the daisy print pockets or the daisy print dresses. The tie dye print is bang on trend with the return of the 90's inspired style seen everywhere recently but they have infused it in a much chicer way; I'm not a big fan of the whole return of the 90's but this print I would actually wear.
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| Just Cavalli Pre Spring/Summer 2014 |
Extravagant, racy and not for those that prefer a more understated look, Just Cavalli's Pre Spring/Summer collection while featured his signature leopard print throughout the collection there was also fresh paisley prints, florals, sky prints and much more which created a really interesting mix to his collection and my favourite piece from the collection was the coat (left), the print is really wonderful and for those of you that love to clash and mix up prints it would look amazing with a varying print dress underneath to create a Sarah Jessica Parker inspired look or just an eclectic piece to add some interest to your wardrobe.
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| Akris Pre Spring/Summer 2014 |
Sleek, contemporary and polished, Akris Pre Spring/Summer Collection is wonderful. Vivid colours contrasted against the soft shades in the collection create a beautiful contrast, yet it all flows wonderfully. The denim works so wonderfully and it's not something that I would associate with high-end fashion but Akris have successful incorporated jeans into their collection in such a chic way that I found myself no longer looking at them as just jeans but in a much more groomed fashion chic way and I really like the concept of the everyday item turned into something ultra glam and for denim fans this is bound to be an instant hit! However there is much more to their latest collection than just denim, there's trouser suits, dresses, separates all of which are so sophisticated, well structured and you'll fall in love with the collection too!
The tweed suit is wardrobe classic and I was delighted to see it featured in this collection. I adore how they have styled the suit with the faux fur wrap, this is the perfect accessory to accompany and vintage inspired look and if definitely my new winter must have. The cut and detail of this suit is superb which you don't often find on the high street and on trend from the runway. Zac Posen's Spring/Summer Collection 2013 featured many vintage inspired pieces; given the low price tag compared to a high end designer suit this is truly a bargain. Even if this Mark's & Spencer's suit is out of your budget charity shops and thrift/vintage stores are great places to get something that looks just as chic with a little history attached and I have to admit I'm an avid charity shop hunter, I love a bargain and it's very environmentally friendly too and that's always something that we should be mindful of. 
I'm in love with the fabulous swing coat is ideal for those colder months while still keeping you feeling like the optimum of style. It's always hard to find the perfect coat for winter that looks elegant and feel glamorous but also manages to keep you warm and this is the ideal coat, it ticks all the boxes! The tweed fabric, the large faux fur cuff, the structured collar and the flared skirt and simply beautiful -again another stunning piece from the collection that I want for this Autumn/Winter! Accessorising with waist belt is a must to highlight the shape of this stunning coat and the rest just speak for itself....pair with some elegant heels or knee high boots for winter and you're sure to turn heads walking down the street! 
Another piece from the collection that was utterly dazzling is this scarlet wiggle dress, the classic LBD is no more - it's been overthrown by this amazing red dress which screams siren! You've all lust after Roland Mouret dresses or the cut of Victoria Beckham designs, well I have to say I prefer this dress! The colour for one thing is amazing, the floral cut-out fabric, the exaggerated v neck with just barely reveals your shoulders and the perfect pencil cut is designed to make you feel like goddess which you slip this beauty on...! 
This classic vintage inspired rose print dress is really beautiful not only in design but the red rose print against the black background is ; I instantly thought of Audrey Hepburn or Grace Kelly in Rear Window when I saw this dress and fell in love with it! Designed exactly to 40's and 50's style of dress, the hemline falls just above the ankle and the neckline is subtle in an elegant v-neck creates the perfect amount of allure while not revealing too much which I adore about this dress and the colour and fabric are divine! You can check out the full collection from Vogue.co.uk.
