Flash those zips, fashionistas

Flash those zips, fashionistas

    This season is all about flashing that metal. No, nothing too loud or over-the-top, instead it is all about stylishly flaunting that zipper. Women, irrespective of their age, can show off those zippers this season. Some of the high-street brands are already out with collections that are suited to this trend. International runways, too, have seen this trend being showcased. With the call of the season being retro. it is no surprise that this trend has resurfaced. Showing off those styles and statements could mean something different, depending on one’s sensibilities. We try and get you a few handy tips to stay in vogue, while keeping your fashion sens i b i l i t y intact.  

 

THE PARTY ANI-MAL: You like your clothes to be the centre of attraction as much as yourself. Go for some bold patterns, where you have upturned zippers stitched in the front of your dress. These can remain the conversation among your friends long after you’ve hopped to another party. 

THE UPPITY SOCIALITE: You like to follow trends, but you don’t want to be led by them. You’d want to underplay the trend, while still toeing that line of being in sync with the latest on the runways. The best option for you would be to choose interesting shrugs and jackets that have zippers on the outside, but don’t cry out loud when you’re entering an art exhibition or a lunch soirée. 

THE CONFUSED FASHIONISTA: You’re the easiest one of the lot to embrace the trend. Yet, while you have these outfits in your wardrobe, you don’t know how to sport them or are unsure if you are able to carry off the trend. The best way for a person like you would be to always try and experiment, for you’ve the best of all worlds in your wardrobe. Try and make the best of this trend with a complete retro ensemble — a floral print dress, a cotton or linen jacket with zips and wedges — to be that complete 70s flower power child. 

THE ASPIRING DIVA: You want to be trendy, but do not want to show it yet. For a person like you, something simple, like a shirt with zips on the outside, would work best. It will give you that smart edge. 

THE WORKAHOLIC: You’re that person who knows all styles, keeps in sync with the trends, but is too busy buried in work to follow any. A person like you are best suited to opt for something like harems or linen pants with funky zip patterns if you’re in a casual workplace. In case you’re at a formal do, try and make up for it by following it through funky accessories like a bag with upturned zips maybe.