Closet Collections: Up and Coming Trend: Baroque Fashion

When I saw Dolce and Gabbana's Fall Ready-to-Wear 2012 Collection, I almost passed out from excitement. It's inspired by favorite period in Italian history and its ornate designs, and is extremely Baroque, especially with its gold embellishments, tapestry-like textures, and flamboyant detailing. The black and gold mini dresses are a contrast to the soft floral and lace, but they all manage to represent the label's Italian roots.

What I love most about this up and coming trend is how quickly it's been picked up on! I've seen plenty of stores mocking this runway look, including H&M, Forever21, Zara, & Cotton On. This is definitely going to be my inspiration when trying to find a dress for the holidays!

Here are some suggestions to recreate this look for at more affordable prices:

TopShop Baroque Print Bodycon Dress
TopShop 'Tapestry' Floral Print Blazer
Cotton On Baroque Luxe Leggings
Messenger Bag with Studded Foldover Flap
Zara Trousers with Gold Side Trim
River Island Cream Embellished Dress
River Island Black Embellished Maxi Dress
River Island Tapestry Print Stud Shoes

To view the rest of Dolce & Gabbana's Fall 2012 runway show, click here!