Crochet and macrame dresses and beachwear are extremely fashionable for spring-summer 2011. Those techniques make a strong return; but forget the homemade craft feel – as a 2011 fashion trend it’s all about intricacy, quality and a luxury edge.
What macrame is being used for in 2011
Macrame is mostly used for beautiful dresses and accessories; because it’s constructed of knots it can be bulky and have little stretch to it.
Because it can often have a very open weave, macrame is 2011′s perfect accompaniment to beachwear. Just have a look at the examples from Gucci below – an open-weave macrame dress is ideal for layering over a bikini, monokini or bodysuit.
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