This Spring, Diane von Furstenberg is taking us on a safari…with a little time-travel thrown in for good measure. According to DVF, her collection was inspired by ‘antiquity’. Of course, she modernized the antique Egyptian styles for today’s woman. And, of course, she maintained her signature draping.


Leopard, satin safari pants mingled with organic, flowy chiffon dresses to offer something for everyone’s inner bohemian, regardless of age or body type. For those who prefer something a little more tailored and straight-forward, DVF’s jersey front knot dresses are the perfect Spring/Summer staple. They’re great for travel and can be properly accessorized for the office or dressed down for a trip to the beach.

Key Trends from the Diane von Furstenberg Spring 2010 Collection

draping
safari/tribal prints
cinched waists
t-shirts paired with dressier pieces
maxi-dresses
organic prints
wrap dresses
swing dresses

What Can We Take Away?

Diane von Furstenberg seems to be telling us to get creative. We should use what we know from seasons and periods past and combine those styles with our current favorites in interesting ways. Just about all of the collections we’ve looked at thus far have emphasized color, draping and tailoring. When even von Furstenberg, who typically designs flowy dresses, is showing tailored and sporty pieces, we know it’s a style worth noticing.

Your thoughts?

I’m a big fan of the more tailored pieces in solid colors–especially the front knot dresses. And, I LOVE the idea of wearing a t-shirt under a draped dress.


What do you think?


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