Texture

Spring Trends 2009, Clothes We Love, Texture
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Texture

01 of 07

Why We Love It

Spring Trends 2009, Clothes We Love, Texture
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Manipulating fabric in sculpturing ways (some technically impossible until now) is the season's most intriguing alternative to embroidery or ornamentation. While the shapes are classic, the layering, folding and draping result in compelling plays of shadow and light.

How to Wear It
Whether you prefer tiers of romance, stark architecture or a looser, more laundered look, there's so much drama on the surface that accessories are likely to prove a distraction. You may not even want your long hair to compete. Pull it back. Trust in the craftsmanship.

Photos: left, Carolina Herrera; right, Prada

02 of 07

Ports 1961 by Tia Cibani

Ports 1961 by Tia Cibani
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Silk dress, Ports 1961 by Tia Cibani, $575; at select Neiman Marcus stores, call 888-888-4757.

03 of 07

Old Navy

Spring Trends 2009, Clothes We Love, Texture
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Tank, Old Navy, $10; buy online now at oldnavy.com .

04 of 07

Juicy Couture

Spring Trends 2009, Clothes We Love, Texture
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Silk ruffle top, Juicy Couture, $498; Call 310-550-0736.

05 of 07

A.P.C.

Spring Trends 2009, Clothes We Love, Texture
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Viscose-cotton dress, A.P.C, $270; Call 212-966-0069.

06 of 07

Alberta Ferretti

Spring Trends 2009, Clothes We Love, Texture
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Silk satin bag, Alberta Ferretti, $710; Call 310-652-9000.

07 of 07

Pudel

Spring Trends 2009, Clothes We Love, Texture
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Polyester-viscose top, Pudel, $110; visit pudel.co.uk.

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