Animal Instincts - Swarovski Elements Inspirations Autumn/Winter 2011/2012

FOREST BROWN BEAR Classic     Like the bear we have woken from a deep, restorative slumber to a world of new elements. Seeking to re-connect with our natural habitat, we covet fashion and design that respects and intones the environment. We crave sustainability and enduring organic forms. Designs are strong and sturdy and almost predictable like the bear itself. Amber-coloured crystals, like natural sap, collect in a conglomeration of brooches on tweed jackets. Intertwined, branch-inspired blackened silvers and metals are adorned with tone-on-tone crystal drops, large Ceramics in natural forms drape down necklines.
COLOURS The reassuring traditional earthy palettes of chocolate and tan are made over with punctuations of bright pumpkin and sunflower yellow. Amber and tortoiseshell tones infiltrate.
JEWELLERYTarnished metallics and pewters predominate. Root, twig and branch-like structures are incorporated into bracelets and necklaces. Amber, yellow and topax tones are mixed with horn and wood. Brooches are a surprise element.
FASHION Ribbing, pleats and graphic elements underline and enhance silhouettes. Classic forms and textured materials are offered freedom and movement. A slightly androgynous element creeps in with sublimely pale pin-stripes and woven checks showcasing simplicity. FABRICS There is faux real element. Rugged waterproof cloth, lightweight fine-checked wools and sturdy knit weaves are the basics.
ACCESSORIES Leather appears in accessories and as an embellishment to clothing. Rugged, knitted socks and stockings, over-sized sunglasses and reading glasses, representing owl-like intensity, are statement pieces.
INTERIOR Amber or golden honey accents are found in vases, objets d'art and lighting forms. Branch-inspired furniture as well as overhead beams and wooden walls proliferate. Woven fibers stand out.
KEYWORDS FAUX REAL - CLOSE TO NATURE - SIMPLICITY - CLASSIC WORK-WEAR - SUSTAINABLE - SINCERE - NATURAL - ECO SHAPES - STRENGTH - STURDINESS
CRYSTAL COLOURS   Crystal Silver Night, Topaz, Sunflower, Light Smoked Topaz, Smoked Topaz, Jet Nut