Sports Luxe blog post

Sports Luxe really is a gift that keeps on giving. The trend saturated the runways of Spring Summer 12 during the London 2012 Olympics and now, thanks to New York designers Alexander Wang, Phillip Lim and Donna Karan, it’s back again with a vengeance for Spring Summer 13.

The Sports Luxe trend is more minimalist and paired-back in its second coming. Think slouchy trousers, zips, mesh bodies and sheer sweaters. 

Top Tips:

For a bang-on-trend outfit perfect for a night on the town, team a pair of slouchy track bottoms with killer heels and a flattering lycra leotard for a feminine yet sporty silhouette.

For a dressed up daytime look, pair a tailored pencil skirt with a boxy sweater, cut out heels and a leather cap.

If it’s a more casual approach to the trend you’re after, then work a pair of leather drawstring shorts with a smart blazer, a leather backpack and your favourite sneaks. 

The trick is to style contrasting, sports-inspired separates and dressed up accessories into one game-changing outfit to ensure you’re more fash-pack than running track.

Check out fashion’s favourites Cara Delevingne, Rita Ora and Rihanna for a real lesson in how to work the sports luxe trend. 

Hattie Broom

Sheer Simplicity mood-board

I was asked to create a minimalist mood board for a recent client on one of my favourite SS13 trends.

Amongst other trends, the emergence of sheer throughout both the catwalks and the high street is admittedly the one I'm most fond of.

Sheer pieces offer a fresh and feminine touch to the grungiest of outfits without sacrificing the edge desired when dressing in such a way.

Look to Erdem, Temperley and Preen for the most in-demand designer sheer pieces, or head to & Other Stories for the high street's more affordable take on the trend.

Hattie Broom