The spring collections thus far have gamboled in directions that seem at odds from one show (tailored men's suits and doubled-up vests) to the next (ruffled floral prints on dresses cast off from Laura Ashley). Yet a handful of designers stand out simply for their clarity of thought. They have distilled their ideas neatly into clothes that can be described with a few words.

Of this lot, Thakoon Panichgul seems to have the greatest ambitions as a designer, one with a clear road map to a future that will not be limited to artful peony poufs. This season he added more sporty elements to his collection: a tailored slate wool jacket over slouchy shorts, indigo print shirts and full skirts using the Japanese shibori technique (a more meticulous form of tie-dye) and some worn with pullovers in kelly green, which is Mr. Panichgul's nod to hippie-preppy.

Evening was limited to a pair of tuxedo-derived looks, as simple as an ivory satin top tucked into a black organza pencil skirt with a bow at the waist. As the models came out for a finale, you saw how well the mood of looseness held together through to the end with cobalt and fuchsia parachute dresses that billowed madly.

One trend shaping up for spring is an abundance of graphic black and white textiles that recall Op Art paintings, or messed up checkerboards. Mr. Panichgul's were subtle, made of patchwork ticking stripes, but Ms. Cornejo's looked almost as if she had recolored traditional kente cloth for her inviting wraps and a one-shouldered sheath. Ms. Sarafpour's version was an eye-popping kaleidoscope fabric that, like the splotches of turquoise or coral beads elsewhere, relieved the drabness of her earth-tone lady coats.

The shawl-like canopies that topped some of the dresses in Jeremy Laing's collection went so far as to smack of church-lady propriety, as if he meant to atone for making clothes that in the past were so complicated as to outconstruct Frank Gehry. Like Doo-Ri Chung, Mr. Laing structures his designs with elaborate drapes and origami-like seams, pinching the fabric behind the shoulder blades on some dresses to create a deep fold that hangs across the front of the body. The simpler, or (more precisely) the restrained ideas that he brought to his spring collection, like a tailored black jacket with a convertible vent that buttoned across the back, said more, with less, about the versatility of Mr. Laing as a designer.

Ms. Chung, meanwhile, experimented with elongation, quite successfully in the straight lines of a sleeveless white pantsuit, its jacket made of tiered panels of organza and cotton sateen. The sheer black netting that shrouded some of the looks last year was far too maudlin an effect for a spring collection and needed to go. It is clear that Ms. Chung has pared the excess that comes from the bad habit of trying to please everyone.

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Make your hair shine - ChinaEver wondered why Chinese women tend to have such glossy hair? It could be due to a beauty secret passed down through the ages - using a hair rinse made of rosemary and green tea. While this magical tea is rich in health-boosting antioxidants, rosemary is detoxifying and can help rid hair of impurities, giving it a healthy shine. Try it at home: Neal's Yard Remedies Rosemary & Thyme Shampoo (£5.25, 200ml) is a refreshing tonic to boost shine and condition.Green People Intensive Repair Conditioner (£8.50, 200ml) is based on herbal infusions of organic green tea and organic horsetail for strong, healthy hair.

Trends come and go - and we love to follow them - but it's also important to find a style to suit you. Discover the latest looks gracing the catwalks and the high street and find out how to cultivate your own personal style.

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I want to say 1 thing that Fashion is not something that many people think that they have or do. Yet, today, it has become very easy for everyone to appreciate the various aspects of the fashion world. When you are interested in the clothing that you wear, the accessories that you dress it up with or the fashion shoes that you put on your feet, then you do care about fashion. The best thing is that it doesn't have to be hard to benefit from this either. Women's wear and men's wear are designed to be practical, good looking, well fitting and even affordably priced. You can enjoy fashion!

The Fashion Today

While there will always be the high end fashion trends that the runways of Milan and Paris are known for, there is much more to the industry today than just this. You may enjoy Christian Dior women's clothing. Or you may be after Dolce & Gabbana women's wear. But, you may also enjoy those looks for much less when you purchase them from retailers that offer similar clothing in high end fashion names for much less than those high end shops. While you may want to wear Juicy Couture Women, you should also consider similar clothing in their line for less.
Today's fashion clothing is more than just affordable. Did you know that today's woman and man wants to feel comfortable in the clothing that they wear? Comfortable does not mean sloppy, but it does mean easy to wear. Fashion today allows for this more and more. What's more, many of today's looks in the fashion industry are designed around everyone's size. Those that are a bit taller or heavier set can still find their favorite name brands in larger sizes. Both men and women realize that they don't have to fit any specific body size to look great.Of course, the underlying aspect of fashion is that it looks great. Curves, cuts, and a tailored look are easily obtained in many of the pieces of clothing that you purchase. Most of the fashion industry tailors to these needs, allowing even the simplest look truly amazing. With affordable clothing from all of the top designers in your local shops and on the web, that looks great and feel amazing, more and more people can enjoy fashion today. Will you allow fashion into your world so that you too can start enjoying the way that it feels and looks?

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Hair are worn straight. Streaking is quickly becoming an expression. Working women prefer either short hair, knotted hair or a nice and comfortable Joura. In parties or elsewhere, straight hair with waves of steps dancing along the shoulder portrays a carefree look of the Pakistani woman of the 90's.

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Mix and Match!! Create your own style!! Western, Indian, Oriental, Folk etc. contemporary fashion amasses every facet. Designer industry is booming and there are quite a few very respectable names in this still juvenile industry. Best and most attractive thing is the Coti (a Jacket) embroidered with Dabka in geometric motives and colors that will swing your heart. Chiffon, Silk, Lace, Velvet, hand loom fabrics glitters the evenings. Pencil heals enhances the delicacy.
Formal evenings include Lehnga, embossed Organza Shirt with Chooridar pajamas, Sleeveless Choli and Lenga, and a deep neck line. Designer industry conducts fashion shows, with top models like Eruj, Ayesha, Sonia, Bibi, Iffat Rahim cat walking through the long Isle. Big boost.