spring 2016
110 E. 9th Street, Suite A525 Los Angeles, CA 90079 Call 213-627-5921 Fax 213-489-3919 / 213-614-0176 www.directiveswest.com
La Bohème explores the many sides of a new free spirited vibe. Mixing cultural influences crafts the new bohemian sensibility. From global travelers and rock goddesses to eclectic
Paul and Joe
Missoni
Fausto Chaser Puglisi
hippies, a nostalgic and deep rooted love for the ’70s prevails with this new age gypsy.
SPRING ’16 • ACCESSORIES SEASONAL OUTLOOK
• New bohemian inspiration
• World traveler
• Nostalgic ’70s vibes
• Fringe & suede
• Americana festival
• Exotic prints & patterns
• Global cultural motifs
• Handcrafted elements
• Etched metals & embellishment
• Mixed materials
• New age vintage accessories
• Tie-dye & ombré
• Western-inspired
• Braiding/cording details
SPRING ’16 • ACCESSORIES SEASONAL OUTLOOK
This new festival girl is retro-inspired by music and pop culture influences, and loaded with attitude. She’s all about mix & match layering, graphic tees, vintage Americana, country rock, leather and suede. Neutrals play back to black.
SPRING ’16 • ACCESSORIES SEASONAL OUTLOOK
• Lug soles & ankle boots
• Hardware: grommets, chains & studs
• Western-inspired boots & belts
Tommy Hilfiger
Alexander Wang
Paige
• Patches, stars, bolos & chain belts
• Moto & Americana influences
Eddie Borgo, Reed Krakoff
• Suede, fringe & shine
Saint Laurent
• Long skinny scarves
Wildfox
• Septum rings, threader ears & body jewelry
• Plaids continue
Free People
• ’70s retro band graphics
SPRING ’16 • ACCESSORIES SEASONAL OUTLOOK
Influences of ethnic folklore are ever-present through a carnivalesque caravan of all things global, geo and tribal. Styles take an exotic turn with an explosion of innate ethnocentric themes.
SPRING ’16 • ACCESSORIES SEASONAL OUTLOOK
• Native, tropical & tribal prints
• Arm cuffs & foot harnesses
• Bright jewels, beading, sequins, coins
• Exotic wood jewelry
& etched metals
• Headscarves/turbans, sash tie belts
• Tassels, pom-poms, feathers & fringe • Patchwork, embellishment, embroidery & mixed materials
& oversized square scarves • Rich jewel tones • Caftans, tunics, blanket wraps & kimonos
Arden Wohl x Cri DeCoeur
Pendleton
Isabel Marant
Free People
• Gladiators & lace-up sandals
Donna Karan
• Fanny packs
SPRING ’16 • ACCESSORIES SEASONAL OUTLOOK
A modern spin on the California gypsy combines the boho spirit with hippie chic, adding an air of feminine softness for good measure. Her love of lace and crochet, folksy and Navajo motifs attract the new sophisticate.
SPRING ’16 • ACCESSORIES SEASONAL OUTLOOK
• Suede, fur, crochet & retro denim
• Chokers/collars, the bolo necklace, anklets
• Artisan embroidery, lace, paisley prints
& toe rings
• Rustic & earthy hues, turquoise, jade
• Canteen bags
• Blanket wraps, ponchos, suede scarves
• Wooden platforms, molded footbeds
& wraps
& lace-up sandals
• Wide brim hats with novelty trims
LovelyBird x Flight of Fancy
Nasty Gal
Prada
Yestadt Millinery
Urban Outfitters
Louis Vuitton
& brow-bar sunglasses
SPRING ’16 • ACCESSORIES SEASONAL OUTLOOK
The California movement of ease and sport merge together to form her new casual uniform. Activewear turned to lifewear encompasses all facets of sport and leisure. Sport circuit pays homage to the original California lifestyle.
SPRING ’16 • ACCESSORIES SEASONAL OUTLOOK
• Soft, sheer and paper-like fabrics
• Visors, bucket hats, athletic headbands
• Energetic stripes, sporty mesh & cutouts
• Jersey scarves, athletic socks
• Textured knits, performance fabrics & neoprene/scuba
& mirror lens sunglasses • Fanny packs, duffel bags, backpacks
• Numbers, metallic shine, sequins, tipping • Neutral tones, pop colors
& bucket bags • Trainers, fashion slides, slip-ons,
• Monochromatic color schemes
tevas & flatforms
DKNY Perez Obey Bitan
Nasty Gal
MKL Collective Kenzo
Nylon
Burberry
Furla
• Colorblocking, digital, pixilation & athletic references
SPRING ’16 • ACCESSORIES SEASONAL OUTLOOK
Urbanites unite with a luxe ode to military chic. Utilitarian outdoor styles possess a wholehearted and sincere approach to need and function. Denim, the hardest working fabric, is front and center in cool new shapes and head-to-toe looks that combine retro and modern influences.
SPRING ’16 • ACCESSORIES SEASONAL OUTLOOK
• Head-to-toe denim: all shades, denim accessories & footwear
• Vintage leathers, jacket pins, D-ring belts & aviator sunglasses
• Cargo pocket bags, canteen bags & backpacks
• Leather & chain mixed jewelry
• Belt bags, grommet belts & bags
• Rope details
• Camo prints, camels, tans & olives
• Lug sole footwear
Jimmy Choo, Isabel Marant Marc Jacobs
Eddie Borgo
Ralph Lauren
Yestadt Millinery
Marc by Marc Jacobs
Vanessa Mooney
• Dog tags, bag charms & patches
SPRING ’16 • ACCESSORIES SEASONAL OUTLOOK
Gentle sweetness and fresh-faced flair is modernly playful in Valley of the Dolls. Elevated fabrics embrace a casual take on classic charm. Floral appliqué and gingham accents reinforce the feeling of ladylike dressing.
SPRING ’16 • ACCESSORIES SEASONAL OUTLOOK
• Vintage charms, lockets, hearts
• Placement borders & conversational prints
• Flowers, daisies, dots, gingham, checks
• Neckerchiefs, ascots, bandanas, brooches/pins,
& stripes
hair pins, statement rings & modern pearls
• Soft nudes, pastels, candy colors & rose gold
• Chandelier & peek-a-boo ears
• Softer silhouettes, ballet-inspired, soft dressing
• Straw hats, sheer anklets & cat-eye sunglasses
• Laces & crochet, cutwork, mesh, eyelet,
• Bucket, hobo & kitschy bags
Balmain
Chanel
Kate Spade
Kate Spade
• Espadrilles & T-straps
Yestadt Millinery
Ted Baker
Jacquie Aiche x For Love & Lemons
Alejandro Ingelmo
ruffles, pleats & bows
SPRING ’16 • ACCESSORIES SEASONAL OUTLOOK
SPRING ’16 • ACCESSORIES SEASONAL OUTLOOK
SPRING ’16 • ACCESSORIES SEASONAL OUTLOOK