Art and fashion have always gone hand-in-hand, but rarely do we see the collaboration come together so literally. Yves Saint Laurent might have done it first with his Piet Mondrian dress (a landmark for colorblocking!), but designers are following suit years later. Phillip Lim’s comic book-y Pre-Fall 2012 collection is even completely Roy Lichenstein-inspired! The result of one of this season’s biggest trends? Fabulous visual stimulation! Let these top picks inspire you to be your own muse.
1) Donna Karan Artist Draped Stretch-Jersey Dress: With a flourish of a hip-accenting brushstroke, this simplistic cream dress takes on a savagely sophisticated, almost violent feel that Jackson Pollock would approve of. On Net-a-Porter for $2,695.
2) Reed Krakoff Printed Stretch Silk-Chiffon Wrap Dress: Python print and watercolors come together beautifully in this softly colorful wrap dress, a perfect spring wardrobe addition. On Net-a-Porter for $1,290.
3) Boudicca One-Shoulder Dress: Art isn’t just about paintings – think technology-savvy lighting installations with this digital neon-print dress. A breezy and fluid shape relaxes the high-impact print. At Barneys New York for $1,995.
4) Richard Nicoll Striped Printed Silk Crepe de Chine Dress: A little bit Lichtenstein’s Crying Girl and a little bit Roy Hamilton collage work, this is all-out Pop Art. Wear it with confidence – and a great, big wink. On Net-a-Porter for $915.
5) Stella McCartney Hawaiian-Print Cotton-Jersey T-Shirt Dress: It’s not always about high art! With a beachy Polynesian influence (just like the Pacific islands themselves), Stella’s T-shirt dress is folksy, kitschy, and perfect for tossing on over your bathing suit. On Net-a-Porter for $395.
gorgeous colorful pieces!