LFF SS13 TREND ALERT: PLASTIC FANTASTIC

One of the most fun and playful trends this season is fashion’s obsession with transparent materials. Perspex, PVC, vinyl and acetate are the weapons of choice, seen in numerous spring/summer collections in the form of hard-case clutches, transparent heels and sunglasses frames. From Marc Jacobs through to Valentino and Louboutin; some of fashion’s best loved accessories designers have subverted from the classic materials and embraced the plastic and the fantastic.

On the high street head to Kurt Geiger for a luxe take on the trend; PVC strap sandals are embellished with colourful jewels (no.3) and acetate frame sunglasses (no.5) offer the high-end look for less. High street favourite Mango has carried the look through into their jewellery collection with a crystal-detail statement necklace (no.2) that has proved a big hit with the fashion crowd.

Have you tried the plastic fantastic look yet?

1. Louboutin Corbeau PVC detail flats, Net-a-porter.com, £375.
2. Crystal embellished transparent necklace, Mango, £29.99.
3. KG Kurt Geiger Noble flat sandals, ASOS, £90.
4. Johnny Loves Rosie tote bag, ASOS, was £80 now £48.
5. Danni chunky sunglasses, Kurt Geiger, £60.
6. Charlotte Olympia Pandora box clutch, Matchesfashion.com, £545.
7. White perspex wedges, New Look, £34.99.