Article by Ghintare Survilaite
The history of fringed clothes goes back in time to the ancient tribes who used to wear fringes in order to sew up a busted moccasin, a torn seam, or to tie things together when they were in the field. In fashion, the first track of fringes goes back to 1920′s, the Jazz Age, those roaring times famous for their Charleston, Ella Fitzgerald, bootlegging, looseness and total emancipation of women, when girls who loved to dance used to wear embroidered or shawled dresses which made their moves look sexier. Then, when I was 10 my favorite t-shirt was fringed…as you know, fashion trends come and go and the summer of 2013 brings back this decorating detail. Designers are using them to garnish clothes, bags, shoes and accessories. You’ll see these elements a lot on leather items, in particular on jackets, bags or clutches and boots.
Maybe it’s hard to imagine, but you can wear fringed shoes with an elegant outfit, either pumps or sandals. In terms of casual outfits, you’ll rock the summer if you chose to wear fringed boots and a pair of denim shorts. Trust me, with some nice tanned legs you won’t pass unnoticed ;) You can wear a white tank top or a loose white t-shirt or you could chose to wear an oversized shirt instead.
You don’t have a fringed clothing item and want to find out if this trend would match your personality? Then take an old t-shirt you are willing to throw away and test your skills, who knows what special abilities you’re hiding?
If you are a not a fan of this trend, you can still try a nice fringed necklace like the one in the picture bellow: Indian heritage meets style ;) photos via Pintrest, Tumblr, Harpersbazaar
fringe that is a fashionista statement i can’t wrap my head around maybe i’m old fashioned or just to stuck in my old way’s who know’s but if it look’s good on you then hey go for it
I used to wear it When I was 4 yrs back in 87 :)
love the bags!!
Hmm I think I had something in my closet that I can dig out :D
Great shots, Dana! Oh how I’ve missed your posts. I’m sorry I’ve been away…
Olga
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Thanks so much Olga!!! so glad ur back, will keep them coming then ;) xoxo
That purple skirt is amazing. It’s so daring. The way she wears it with confidence even better!
Ha! I love those first pictures. I like fringe, it’s fun!
Thanks Dana for this awesome post. Your posted pictures are truly beautiful. These new elegant fashion is really awesome.