spring 2013 – BubblesPop

The Swedish mega-brand H&M has given us another reason to drool, and this time it’s the Spring 2013 collection. The latest from the brand is a western inspired extremely embellished (and affordable as always) collection of mini skirts, leather jackets, and baseball caps.

Taking some serious inspiration from the Spring 2013 runways, there are references to the Wild Wild West, as we saw at Derek Lam as well as fruity pineapple accents like we saw on the Moschino Cheap & Chic runway. But I’ll never complain about being able to afford a designer inspired piece and that’s what makes H&M so perfect for the mandatory wardrobe update when spring hits.

They have given tried and tested pieces like the leather mini and pencil skirt a whole new life by adding embellished leather accents and long tassels to step up the basics’ game. Entire monochromatic looks in red and black fit in perfectly for spring (case in point: I saw one colour looks day after day during fashion month), and turquoise stone bolo ties make us excited to embrace our inner cowgirl as soon as the snow melts away.

It’s all only a winter away.

H&M Mens Spring 2013 Lookbook Photos courtesy of H&M

Yesterday H&M previewed its Spring 2013 collection at the New York showroom showcasing bright color and vivid prints for men. According to the press release, the suit continues to be the key item with new cuts, colors and textures. There’s also graphic prints on suit jackets, pants, shirts and T-shirts. Some pieces were inspired by the 1950s featuring essentials like a baseball jacket or biker jacket. Accessories include printed scarves, espadrilles, ethnic-inspired shoes, sneakers and a baseball cap.

“This spring at H&M we’ve traveled through menswear heritage to make something that feels truly contemporary. It’s so exciting that men today are wearing more prints and color, and are confident enough to try something new in order to find their own personal style,” says Andreas Lowenstam, H&M’s head menswear designer.

Stay tuned for the women’s lookbook coming soon.

H&M Mens Spring 2013 Lookbook