Trends this unique are usually short-lived flashes in the pan, however transparent accessories (and even apparel) has been around for years! I personally am in love with all the transparency because you can play it up and style it so many different ways. It's bold and statement making but retains a minimalist aesthetic. Below I compiled a few images I thought featured the trend in fun and stylish ways. Of course if you're like me and not interested in dropping too much dough on designer items you can always rely on DIY. Following these accessories is a list of various DIY projects I thought were not only really cute but could totally pass for something purchased in a store. ❤
Givenchy SS13 | BCBGeneration Cynthia Clear Pumps ($89) in Sherbert
Alexis Bittar Ophelia Frontal Necklace ($275) | Nasty Gal Luminous Cuff ($40)
Fendi S/S 13 | Alice + Olivia Lucite Box Clutch ($295)
DIY
Get in on this timeless trend by checking out a few links to different tutorials below. Some times it's nice to have options, get inspired and see what others are doing as a jump off point to creating something new!
Box Clutch:
- http://www.swellmayde.com/2013/04/diy-box-clear-clutch.html
- http://apairandasparediy.com/2012/07/diy-transparent-clutch-bag.html
Envelope Clutch:
- http://www.swellmayde.com/2013/01/diy-studded-clear-clutch.html
- http://apairandasparediy.com/2012/07/diy-transparent-clutch-bag.html
- http://www.stripesandsequins.com/2013/04/diy-chain-strap-swarovski-embellished-pvc-clutch.html
- http://love-aesthetics.blogspot.com/2013/05/diy-clear-bag-with-copper-handles.html
More fun stuff:
- http://www.stripesandsequins.com/2013/01/diy-adia-kibur-inspired-lucite-necklace-using-shrinky-dink-plastic.html
- http://apairandasparediy.com/2013/04/a-pair-a-spare-x-jamie-ashkar-mbfwa.html
- http://apairandasparediy.com/2012/08/diy-transparent-business-card-holder.html
- http://love-aesthetics.blogspot.com/2012/07/diy-floating-denim.html