First we see Madonna, showing off her yoga skills in response to Marc Jacob’s fresh collaborations, and then Louis Vuitton takes this hot look to the catwalk.  Naturally, the A-list stars are taking style notes from this exciting trend, sporting anything and everything ethnic.  The likes of Lindsey Lohan and Nicole Ritchie are adorning themselves with statement African inspired accessories and rafia enthused threads. 

Yes it’s true; Louis Vuitton’s creative director has chosen a true material girl to showcase his newest collaborations!  After seeing the star perform live, Marc Jacobs agreed only she would do.  Madonna is to show off her yoga skills in the unique backdrop of a French bistro.  The new designs feature elements of S/S 09’s hot ethnic trend, with hints of tiger print and sun-kissed shades adorning the creations.  Steal her style and inject next seasons look into your own creations!

Click on a ethnic inspired tee design and add a touch of embellishment to any outfit.  Choose from chunky neckwear and nature enthused style.

As ethnic inspired jewellery and influences of tribal art are set to be big for spring/summer 09, why not step up this theme with an African inspired tee...perfect teamed with the earthy embellishments seen adorning the stampede of models on the Paris catwalk.  

From the Wild West to tribal inspired accessories, the S/S 09 catwalks were filled with earthy embellishments of every kind!  Think J P Gaultier in the 90’s, and cue bone details on both necklines and necklaces, polished stones embedding multi-strap leather belts and raffia details adorning heels.

As I look upon the grim November morning I think to myself what better way to brighten my mood than an array of vividly colored gems and charming trinkets?   From whimsical brooches in crystal and diamante to dramatized costume jewellery in exaggerated gold and metal finishes. This season’s statement look should most certainly suggest you have been rummaging for treasures through Grandma’s jewellery chest. 

Hot news!!  Matthew Campbell Laurenza’s exciting new collection has just been released!  Make sure you get down to the launch and grab yourself one of the many heirlooms in the making.  But on a more realistic note why not check out StreetShirts's take on the enamel and precious stones.  You can get the look without the pricey tag!  No need to worry about how you are to possibly stand under the staggering weight of all those gems! 

Click on a design to add your own take on Laurenza's look and create one of several ethnic inspired tees!