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If retro-futurist, industrial-cyborg Germanic glamour wasn’t a thing already, Yohei Ohno’s Fall collection made it one. Soundtracked by Klaus Nomi, the show was inspired by the 1920s Bauhaus movement, as well as iconic furniture design by Irish architect Eileen Grey.

Despite the historical references, Ohno’s debut Tokyo runway collection was confidently contemporary—and not because of the space-age feel it had. Seat-belt straps were fastened across tops like harnesses or dangled from the waist as belts, and funneled quilted gloves flanked the silhouette like airplane turbines. This vehicle theme permeated throughout and evoked a kind of mechanical sexuality—if J. G. Ballard’s Crash is ever given a remake, Ohno is the costume designer for the job. Subtle metallic copper boots peeked out from beneath gunmetal gray skirts and army green jackets, and aeronautical engineering plans were printed onto thick quilted dresses. Touches of femininity offset the industrial side of the lineup and came through in delicately ruffled bronze and slate camisoles and black and pink chiffon. Explaining the chunky metal cuffs that coiled around arms like car suspension parts, Ohno said, “I like the idea of a piece of metal that you’re not sure if it’s jewelry or machinery.” The clever playfulness paid off.Read more at: MarieAustralia formal dress shops| marieaustralia.com

Spring showers bring spring dresses! Spring is an amazing time of the year for many reasons. The flowers are in bloom, the weather isn’t usually a problem and everyone seems a little happier. This spark of happiness is a reaction to the clothing that comes back with the start of the warm weather. Who doesn’t love a dress especially when it is a bright and fun spring dress? This spring and summer, dresses are bigger and better than ever!

A dress is possibly the easiest and cutest outfit for someone to put together. This spring’s dress trend is being pushed onto street fashion. The trend is pairing a dress with sneakers or slips.

This look can also turn a night-out dress into a casual day dress that will still manage to catch anyone’s eye. When trying this trend stick with wearing a basic dress that doesn’t have much going on so that your shoes can have the spotlight.

Dresses that take on a more noticeable and wild look are better paired with basic sandals or even a solid colored platform sandal.

Dresses in need of these styled shoes include antique floral patterns, tropical or beach patterns and colors; ruffled and lacey looks. Styles like these would become lost when wearing sneakers or busy slips. It is much better to choose a basic and chic sandal with a neutral tone that maybe even ties up the leg or around the ankle.

Lace dresses are the hardest to pair shoes with because you don’t want the materials or colors to clash.

The most popular dress trends this spring season are seen mostly in blues, whites, pinks (mainly light, pastel pinks), sheer and stripes. Bold sleeves are making all the difference this season, so go wear a dress with bell sleeves, parachute sleeves or sleeves that tie off the shoulder or at the wrist.

Dresses that are off the shoulder are huge in fashion right now. They can be long sleeve or short sleeved. Either way the outfit is given a soft but sexy feel. This trend is being paired mostly with button down shirt dress, the jean look that is taking over, tied and bold sleeves, striped patterns and lace.

This spring there are so many dress styles available to try. Basic styles are mixed in with other looks and the opportunity to make something unique is encouraged.

Dress trends of spring 2017 vary from casual athletic to sheer and lacy, from tight fitting to ruffled and oversized. Because of this, anyone can find a dress that matches their own personal style whether that is going mini or maxi, overall dress or strapless, body-con or flowing and ruffled. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to show your true colors through your perfect spring dress!Read more at: marieaustralia| http://www.marieaustralia.com/short-formal-dresses

Actress-producer Dia Mirza, who will play the role of Sanjay Dutt’s wife Manyata in the actor’s biopic, says it’s wonderful to be part of the project.

She is glad the project is giving her a chance to work with one of her favourite filmmakers Rajkumar Hirani, who is directing the film.

“I am working on Sanjay Dutt’s biopic right now, and I am really excited about it. It’s wonderful film to be part of, and to be directed by my favourite filmmaker,” Dia told IANS on the sidelines of the fourth day of Amazon India Fashion Week (AIFW) Autumn/ Winter 2017 here.

How easy or difficult is it to portray a real-life character on the big screen?

“I think for an actor, the work is only as difficult as a written material. With the team so sound and with such a wonderful environment out there, you feel nothing but to put your best foot forward,” Dia said.

“I would like to believe that whether it is playing a real-life character or fictional character, the idea is to understand what you are doing and the purpose of your presence should matter.”

“What you need to do is to take the story forward… That should matter the most,” added the actress, who has worked with Sanjay in films like “Parineeta” and “Lage Raho Munna Bhai”

Veteran actor Paresh Rawal is playing the role of Sunil Dutt, while Sanjay’s part is being brought alive by Ranbir Kapoor in the biopic.

Dia was part of a special preview hosted by Swedish fashion retail giant H&M along with the Fashion Design Council of India (FDCI) to introduce the new Conscious Exclusive collection of the brand at AIFW.Read more at: white cocktail dresses| plus size evening wear