source is key for fashion to bloom, explore and flourish. the world of fashion extends itself from unique designs and ideas that come from around the world. each idea is a stem that branches off into something new and refined.
a huge trend these days, and actually for a while now, is indian/indo sourced fashion. tunics, flowy tops, strappy sandals, beaded shoes, embroidered fabrics, pashminas, bangles, floral prints and decadent jewelry.
just coming back from pakistan myself, i noticed something. fashions in the u.s.a. and pakistan--countries more than half way across the world--had very similar fashions. there is a translantic message being sent here, both countries have had influence on each other. tunics are being worn with jeans in pakistan, and colorful bangles are being worn with t-shirts in the u.s.a. tv and movies are a big part of this; celebrities from asia and the u.s.a. are modeling style from their home countries--influencing corresponding trends. 
for example, the hit movie slumdog millionaire just came out with a bang, releasing its indian culture for the world to grasp and behold. with the stars of the movie taking over the golden globes and the oscars, indian culture has stolen the limelight. fashions from india are spreading like fire with all the publicity from the film. frieda pinto took over the cover of vogue india, and all the other stars have been featured on every talk show possible--in india, london and the u.s.a.
anyway, just by looking at these pictures it is obvious that many of the trends popular today have come from indian/asian cultures. especially the summery ones. bright bold pops of colors are easy to add with the pretty fabrics and beadery that indian and asian fashions have to offer. they add such a nice touch to any outfit.
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