We’ve picked out some of the most natural materials and Designers that use them completing our wardrobe for this summer.
On the catwalk, Balmain and Dolce & Gabbana, among the nostalgia for the past and the obsession with natural materials Balmain and Dolce & Gabbana are bearers of earthy pieces, prepared from braided raffia (bamboo plant) and rattan (tropical type of palm) elements are the stars this season.
Gold Clutch by Balmain. Braided bag with woven navy and black leather by Marni. Sandals with metal and pearls by Prada. Platform Shoes by Robert Clergerie.
Earrings, sandals and handbag by Dolce & Gabbana. Patterned raffia dress by Mary Katrantzou.
Printed Raffia Skirt and Plum skirt with floral prints by DELPOZO. High-heeled sandals by Zara. Sneakers by Superga. Printed raffia skirt by MSGM. Clutch by Maison Scotch. Tapered Sandal by Sergio Rossi.
SarahJane Kyprianou
Fashion Columnist