TRIBAL GATHERING: Get on board with global chic.

　

AS THE new spring fashions hit the shelves, the temptation to buy an entire new wardrobe is hard to resist. But the easiest way to update an outfit is to modernise your look with the latest accessories. Pick between pretty boho looks or open your wardrobe to global influences with ethnic embroidery and tribal jewellery hitting the high street.

 International catwalks have adopted an air of jet-set chic with the four corners of the globe providing the backdrop.Gucci, Matthew Williamson and Missoni all took the fashion world on a far-flung adventure with elements of African tribal brights, Indonesian Ikat prints and Egyptian gilt-edged detailing.

You don't need a round-the-world ticket to channel the global vibe.Africana - forget traditional safari khakis, if you want to make a statement go wild with vivid tribal prints. From workwear to evening glamazon, Africana is your visa to get spicy with your style. Seek out traditional tribal prints in modern shapes for a 2011 urban twist on this globe-trotting look and pile on bold statement jewellery in abundance.

The tribal look is instantly recognisable and therefore easy to adapt on the high street, which is why you'll be finding a lot of earth tones, wooden accessories and striking prints in your favourite fashion stores. Monsoon has a great range of dresses, from shifts to maxis, which means sister store Accessorize is the place to go for accessories.

DAYTIME TRIBAL: This season's tribal trend may be tipped towards the "glamazon" but you don't have to do full-on drama.For a relaxed Africa-inspired look, either work with earthy tones as a base and inject flashes of eye-popping colours like yellow, orange, green or flamered, or try a tribal print top or dress in more muted hues.

SUNDOWN SAFARI: Unleash your wild side with tribal-by-night. Think colourful zig-zag prints mixed with sparkling embellishment details on necklines and waists..Turn to strong tribal prints in vibrant colours and team with towering strappy heels. If you're working a trend-led evening dress, stick to luxurious fabrics like silk but if you're going for separates, turn up the heat by choosing eye-catching feather or sequin detailing.
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TRIBAL TRINKETS: Stacks of print wooden bangles piled high on wrists and  necks make a bold style statement. Even a plain dress, or skirt and top combo, can be brought to life with this season's tribal statement extras.So turn your outfit into an accessories jungle! Break the rules and don't be afraid of clashing tribal-inspired prints, leopard spots and loud colours.

"Be daring, be different, be impractical, be anything that will assert integrity of purpose and imaginative vision against the play-it-safers, the creatures of the commonplace, the slaves of the ordinary." Cecil Beaton

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