• product knowledgeBleached washed& stretch denimSons of styleFabric & fashion tips forboys’ garments this seasonPinwale cordImage courtesy WGSNImage courtesy WGSNCottonstretchdrillOne of the biggest and most energeticcategories to get a fresh burstof energy this winter is the boys’market. The change in weather willhave you enthusiastically firing up thesewing machine to make some great,affordable and completely cool piecesfor the little man in your life.This winter checks are going to bethe staple behind the whole kit. Checkshirts, boxers and overcoats will definethe look. Dress them in layers to dealwith changes in climate and tempercolours by using plain coloured knitsand jackets.The jean is prominent as always,but allow for the new soft chinos anddrill as a new foundation. Puffer jacketsand vests will add the extra elementof ‘cool’.There are three major themes forboys this year, all involving the samefabrications, but it is colour andattitude that separate them.Hunter or ‘cabin cool’ will havethe traditionalists excited, with itsabundance of cords, tweeds, cottonchecks and polar. Practical clothing ingreens, oranges and neutral tones canbe seen, along with the preppy coloursof navy and red which give juniors apolished little look.A simple way to get started is toappliqué a check patch onto sleeves ofan existing jumper - cut out an appliquénumber in check fabric and sew it ontoa polo, for instance.Urban style has all the same typesof fabric but the styling and coloursare edgier. Narrower legs in the pants,more detailing on the tops, brightercolours and contrasts make sure yourboy stands out. Hoodies under, over oraround anything add to the ‘cool’.The puffer jacket or vest gives thelittle man his street ‘cred’ plus it’s apractical, stylish winter warmer and anextra fashionable layer that’s not toomuch for milder Australasian winters.Preppy is on the comeback;perhaps the return of Gordon Kekkoand the movie, ‘Wall Street: MoneyNever Sleeps’ is having some effect?Regardless, there is a gorgeous preppylook coming through, forming theperfect antidote for people tired ofsloppy joes and sloppy dressing. Andit’s the kids who are adapting the style!Vests, smart jackets, tailored pants,crisp shirts, all in compact sizes,create a gorgeous look for specialoccasion dressing or for the boy thatsees a corner office in his future.Let your imagination take off. Youwill be surprised just how into it yourboys will get. Involve, engage and enjoythe winter.Highland tartansImagecourtesyWGSN58 spotlight.com.au
product knowledge •ImagecourtesyWGSN100% cotton homespunImage courtesy WGSNWindsor, paddington& coral polar fleecePrinted JerseySugar & SpiceFashion & fabric trends for girls thissummer at <strong>Spotlight</strong>They say girls are made of two things– sugar and spice – and this seasonthere are two very distinct trendsunderpinning fashions for them. Insideyour <strong>Spotlight</strong> store you’ll find plentyof great fabrics, patterns and trimsto explore both these strong trends.The choice is yours:Nordic winterFrosted strong colours come aswelcome relief amidst the grey cloudsof winter. Popular with little ladieswill be gorgeous knits, simple basiccoordinating prints that add depth,contrasting checks, stripes and dotsfor achieving a layered look and softpretty plains for creating true fashionlooks. For girls, consider making woventops, smock type dresses in texturedfabrics, knitwear, skirts (team themwith bright contrasting tights) and don’tneglect jackets and coats. They add thefinishing touch to a very bright season.Passion for fashionIn this segment the message is ‘Makeit bold. Stand up and notice me!’ Inthis wonderful season of colours you’llsee purple and green, there are greatstretch cottons, polar fleece and printedcord, often with reflections of theenvironment coming through.Hearts and flowers are approachedin a grown up ways. You can layer thelooks and simply add a print to changethe direction completely.When it comes to coats, jacketsand vests the biggest looks are alsothe boldest. Don’t hide behind blackand greys; <strong>Spotlight</strong> has the best andbrightest range in colours for all yourouterwear needs.For inspiration, browsethrough our wide selection ofpattern books which cover allthe latest looks from Europeand USA, brought to you by thebest international brands.ImagecourtesyWGSNHunterTartansGet Creative Quarterly Autumn 2011 59