Copy Dries Van Noten's Spring Look

The ethnic trend continued strong with Dries Van Noten's Spring 2010 look in rich luxe fabrics and asian motifs.

They masterfully mixed silky prints in bold colors melting Indian, Chinese, African and classic American culture together.

So how can you copy this designer look for thousands of dollars less?

Try heading down to your local flea market (here we have the Eastern Markets by the Hill,) Asian goods store in your mall or even your local Asian grocery store for traditional jackets, dresses and pajama pants. Many of them stock cheap ethnic basics such as silk Qi Paos, unisex jackets and kungfu uniforms.

If you're lucky enough, there might even be a World's Market with plenty of African tribal jewelry, scarves and totes.

Still no luck? Go online to Asian supergoods sites such as http://www.pearlriver.com/ (the original store is in NYC's Chinatown) and http://www.eaststore.com/

A 'Mighty Michelle' shopping tote from Pearl River

 

Unisex Jacket from Pearl River $39.50

 

 Tai Chi Shoes $6, Pearl River

Style your new finds with neutral basics like the looks above such as khaki trousers, black jackets and gray knits.

A silk embroidered jacket with frog clasps that was gift from my mom. I wear this over my basic shift dresses.

Accessories I've picked up over the years from vintage stores and flea markets.