Today, clever designers aren't content to just turn out a memorable collection. And the shoes, jewels, and arm candy they're concocting lately to accompany their wares sure won't sit on the sidelines either. Accessories have become not just a perfunctory step in the runway performance, but often the very accents that can bring a collection to life. And this past spring '10 season didn't disappoint. Atomic lucite heels, molten bib necklaces, and pretty woman purses personified the mood of the season: Womanly, strong, and unwaveringly chic. From blown-up bangles to stage-worthy barrettes, check out all the accessories trends that made our headlines.
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1. Clear Vision: Lucite Accents
Above, from left: Fendi; Prada. Photos via Style.com.
Above, from left: Fendi; Burberry Prorsum. Photos via Style.com.
2. Sea World: Turquoise Bags
Above, from left: Burberry Prorsum; Marc by Marc Jacobs. Photos via Style.com.
Above, from left: Derek Lam; Stella McCartney. Photos via Style.com.
3. World Wide Web: Netting and Mesh Details
Above, from left: Valentino; Vera Wang. Photos via Style.com.
Above, from left: Dolce & Gabbana; Jil Sander. Photos via Style.com.
4. Wristy Biz: Big Plastic & Bakelite Bangles
Above, from left: Hermès; Anna Sui. Photos via Style.com.
Above, from left: Marc by Marc Jacobs; Burberry Prorsum. Photos via Style.com.
5. Crimson Tide: Racy Red Shoes & Bags
Above, from left: Yves Saint Laurent; 3.1 Phillip Lim. Photos via Style.com.
Above, from left: Fendi; Luella. Photos via Style.com.
6. Curtain Call: Statement Barrettes
Above, from left: Dolce & Gabbana; Bottega Veneta. Photos via Style.com.
7. Miss Manners: Ladylike Bags
Above, from left: Stella McCartney; Jil Sander. Photos via Style.com.
Above, from left: Dries van Noten; Gucci. Photos via Style.com.
8. Printed Matter: Whimsically Printed Shoes
Above, from left: Roberto Cavalli; Miu Miu. Photos via Style.com.
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Above, from left: Versace; Dries van Noten. Photos via Style.com.
9. Totally Volcanic: Molten Bib Necklaces
Above, from left: Bottega Veneta; 3.1 Phillip Lim. Photos via Style.com.
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