Monday, March 24, 2008

Marimekko's Moment

Marimekko's Unikko pattern (at right) is blooming all over the place! In addition to a fashion collection at H&M (see sneak peek pics below!) and a beauty line slated for year-end with Avon, several major fashion houses are getting in on the poppy trade too! What is going on? It's poppy madness!

Jumper from the upcoming H&M Tribute to Marimekko collection

Dress from the upcoming H&M Tribute to Marimekko collection

Tunic from the upcoming H&M Tribute to Marimekko collection

And now designer poppy (the poppy copies?):

D&G Dolce & Gabbana Floral Print Satchel, $845, Neiman Marcus

Manolo Blahnik was inspired this season by Marimekko and partnered with the company to use its Unikko pattern on a number of shoes. Here, the Mary Jane Slingback, $675, Bergdorf Goodman