We gave a little skip of glee here when we heard yesterday that BT2 are going to devote the entire month of April to denim – a HUGE-MONGUS trend this season.

“The humble blue jean has been recreated and reinvented every season and this Summer is no different. A staple in every gal’s wardrobe, this Summer sees more variety then ever with a vast array of styles and washes, colours and customisation – consider us here to help one backside at a time!”

We’ve recommended these guys before to anyone on the hunt for denim, they’ve a vast variety of styles with anything from distressed (sometimes verging on distraught!), embellished, colours, shorts, shirts, jackets blah.. blah.. you get the message.  Labels include Miss Sixty, Pepe jeans, Seven for all Mankind, Met in Jeans, Levis, Dr.Denim, Diesel, Hilfiger and more recent additions of Salsa and Goldsign – do you get why we told you to head there?  We recently covered the arrival of Salsa jeans, see here for more.

‘Denimologists’ will be on hand to help find that elusive perfect fit jean!  They’ll also be running activities, all denim related obviously with the odd competition thrown in for good measure no doubt.  Let us know what you think should you join the denim divas.  For inspiration on how to wear this trend check out Courtney Smith‘s previous denim post here.

Pictured left to right Dr. Denim and Goldsign, both available in store.  At the risk of pointing out the obvious, top = Salsa jeans!  Below Miss Sixty denim harem pants €130, Tee €80.  We’ve included links to all brands should you prefer the comfort of shopping on-line.

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Print was huge on the runways with Emilio Pucci and Erdem springing to mind.  Abstract graphics in various colours made an appearance, see our previous post on LFW for more.

If the high end fashion houses are out of your budget then take note (if you are a size 8-10!!), we found this print detailed Miss Sixty dress on adverts.ie for the bargain price of €30!!  The black and white print bubble Summer dress will work with heels, flats or even with leggings.  How you accessorise this dress will determine the looks you can achieve.

As always read the details before purchasing on line, but we reckon this is great little bargain.  Click here for more..

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We saw a lot of leather on the runways recently with some of the big fashion houses using it to create a more classic vintage look. Others used it to vamp up the rock-chic look sometimes borderlining on a fetish vibe! The ’09 colour palate was vast but the leather for 2010 seemed to be more earthy and monochromatic. That eighties grey leather is definitely back but black is always there it’s not your thing. If you liked the D&G country girl theme then go for browns. All this ties in well with the seasons thigh-high boot look (all except the cow girl that is!).

Balmain (above),really took it to another level with their uber fitted leather minidresses and jackets with their immediately recognisable peaked shoulder pads. Slouched buckle detail boots were something all Balmain looks seemd to share.

Miss Sixty (below) had their take on leather along with their prints and corset style tops. They’ve included mini skirts, jackets, dresses and skinny leather trousers but most outrageous of all are their leather hotpants!

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