Tuesday, 13 November 2007

Cheap and Chic - 'Animal Instincts'



Leopard print is huge this season with Dolce and Gabbana featuring animal inspired hot pants, dresses and tops in their winter collection; along with Anya Hindmarch clutch bags, a Blumarine bikini and Anna Sui fur coat, every designer from Matthew Williamson to Marc Jacobs features animal print in their designs this winter. As the the key inspiration for Roberto Cavalli's new collection at H&M, it is also featured heavily in his own line.
Famous for his extravagant gowns and glamorous designs, Roberto Cavalli is the A-list diva's best friend. His high-street designs made their début last Thursday and were sold out within a matter of hours; the range consists of animal printed dresses, lingerie, trousers, tops, scarves, tights...you name it, it has an animal print; even the lining of the black coats and blazers are adorned with the must-have winter print.
Another fashion 'must-have' this season is the new Louis Vuitton scarf; leopard-printed and embellished with the label's name in hot pink on brown, the designs by the late Stephen Sprouse come in a range of colours including blue, brown and red, and are hot favourites with celebrities such as Sophie Dahl, Kate Moss and Sienna Miller.
Top right: Roberto Cavalli collection in H&M shop window

Splash out:

Louis Vuitton leopard print scarf - 70% cashmere, 30% silk - £295


Anya Hindmarch clutch - 265


D&G leopard print babydoll top - £225


Anna Sui faux fur leopard print coat - £350


Roberto Cavalli pailette embellished dress - £1,980


D&G animal print dress - £780


High-street alternatives:

Animal print clutch - £5, George at Asda


Animal print scarf - £35, John Lewis


Animal print halter - £14, Peacocks


Animal print cropped jacket - £28,Peacocks


Animal print dress - £69, Trinny & Susannah collection at Littlewoods


Leopard print eveningwear bag - £18, Per Una


Animal print dress - £55, Lipsy


Animal print dress - £99, Roberto Cavalli collection at H&M

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