Hot Trend: Bows

Posted by Hafsa | Thursday November 18, 2010

These days bows are making big head-to-toe fashion statements, adding both a youthful and all-grown-up glam touch to any garment or accessory. We're big on The Bow again this fall, and it looks like this trend is here to stay at least through next summer.

Spring/Summer 2011 RTW from DKNY, Marc Jacobs, and Jason Wu

Miley Cyrus, Lady Gaga, Rihanna

Do you like the bow look, but aren't quite sure how to wear it? Take a look at these variations for ideas...

Printed Bows
Forever 21 Painted Bow Tee CAN$15.90, Friendly Reminder Sweater Dress US$47.99, Zara Hooded Dress CAN$49.90

Waist Bow Ties
See By Chloe Oversized Tie Waist Dress US$192 (sale), French Connection Daniella Drape Strappy Bow Front Top CAN$29.99 (sale), Neiman Marcus Ruffle-Neck Blouse US$85 (sale)

One-Shoulder Bows
Newport News Long-Sleeve Bow Tee US$29 (sale), Thread Social Bow Knit Top US$150, Tt Collection Audry Dress US$101 (sale)

Bow-Embellished Backs
Urban Outfitters Sparkle and Fade Bow Back Pullover Sweatshirt CAN$35, American Retro Anne Dress US$288, Supertrash Pussy Bow Tie Back Blouse US$129

Jacket Bow Ties

Armand Basi Linen-Blend Jacket US$78 (sale), Urban Outfitters Cooperative Peter Pan Bow Blouse CAN$55, XOXO V-Neck Short Sleeve Faux Fur Bow Tie US$29.99 (sale)

Bows in Accessories(1) Betsey Johnson Bow Stud Earrings US$30, (2) Oasis Pearl Embellished Bow on Ribbon Pendant Necklace US$20.69, (3) Lanvin Bow Belt US$760, (4) Charlotte Russe Mesh Bow Tights US$7.50, (5) Urban Outfitters Pins and Needles Cozy Bow Beret CAN$28, (6) Pieces Bow Scarf US$27.58, (7) Forever 21 Large Cotton and Lace Bow Headband CAN$5.80

Which style is your favourite?

*runway images via Style.com

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6 Comments

	on November 21, 2010 kath_ryn 1,145 said: I LOVE the DKNY skirt! The Newport News shirt is super cute too!
	on November 18, 2010 mamaluv STAFF said: Loving the one-shoulder versions! But I think on the LBD it looks a little off - should have put it on the other shoulder?
	on November 18, 2010 Jenny Jen said: I absolutely, hands down am head-over-heels in love with these bow pick's! Especially the bow head band (#7) in the last section. Definitely Minnie Mouse-esque, but I totally dig that 'look at me'/'quirky' look. Forever21 here I come.
	on November 18, 2010 jchang212 106 said: Loving the shoulder and back bows! So subtle and sexy :) I also love the entire DKNY outfit. The ruffle skirt is just adorable!
	on November 18, 2010 cathy3087 98 said: I especially like the jacket bow ties and the bow-embellished backs. And I looooove the bow belt from DKNY. I saw a bow belt at H&M;the other day and I admit I thought it was silly at the time, but DKNY has convinced me it's cool
	on November 18, 2010 thetats 692 said: Not a huge fan of bows, but love the DKNY skirt, I want one of those