{"id":6181,"date":"2018-08-13T19:47:41","date_gmt":"2018-08-13T19:47:41","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.hannahgladwin.com\/?p=6181"},"modified":"2019-04-03T20:24:20","modified_gmt":"2019-04-03T20:24:20","slug":"style-inspiration-dolce-gabbana","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/hannahgladwin.com\/home\/style-inspiration-dolce-gabbana\/","title":{"rendered":"Style Inspiration: Dolce & Gabbana"},"content":{"rendered":"

Get the Dolce & Gabbana Look on the high-street<\/h1>\n
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I hope the people remember Dolce & Gabbana for the sensuality, for the Mediterranean sense, for our honesty to the life.<\/p>\n

-Domenico Dolce<\/em><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n

Dolce & Gabbana has one of the most distinctive brand personalities – think of Dolce & Gabbana and you think of sunny Sicily, small Italian villages, big italian families and big designs. It’s one of the most recognised fashion houses since the 80s, so it’s no surprise that there is so much on the high street that has clearly taken inspiration * cough * or ripped off * cough * from D&G. Being one of my favourite designers, it made sense for my next ‘inspired by’ post to be on D&G.<\/p>\n

[Check out my Style Inspiration<\/em> posts on\u00a0Gucci<\/a> and Chlo\u00e9<\/a>]<\/strong><\/p>\n

If there is one thing that Dolce & Gabbana\u00a0doesn’t\u00a0<\/em>do, it’s doing things by halves. It’s the definition of\u00a0maximalismo.<\/i> Everything is exuberant.<\/p>\n

Fun fact:<\/strong> Dolce & Gabbana have said that when they die, their eponymous fashion house will die with them – they do not want anyone else to take over<\/strong> after they are gone. Every offer they have received so far, for example, when they broke up as a romantic couple, floods of offers came in to take control but they refused.<\/p>\n

The DOLCE DNA<\/h2>\n

If you want to experiment with your style and add a splash of D&G flavour to your high-street outfit, then here’s what to look for:<\/p>\n

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  1. Lingerie pieces<\/li>\n
  2. Feminine florals<\/li>\n
  3. Colourful prints<\/li>\n
  4. Regal and religious accessories<\/li>\n
  5. Baroque extravagance<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

    Photography by D Rayner Photo<\/a>\u00a0(edited by me)<\/p>\n

    \"Hannah<\/p>\n

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    Powerful but romantic. Womanly.<\/p>\n

    -Tim Blanks, Vogue<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n

    1. Lingerie pieces<\/h3>\n

    Bralettes, camis, satin pyjama pieces, corsets, structured tops… These are the types of pieces that make up the basis of Dolce & Gabbana’s aesthetic. Perhaps, the corset is the most iconic – a favourite of their muse Sofia Loren – which subsequently returns to their collections. I saw this bejeweled bustier top on Zara and immediately knew where they got their inspiration from. Black and red are staples of the D&G diet, more specifically, black lace and red jewels and lips.<\/p>\n

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    \"HannahLook One | Earrings: | Bodice: Zara<\/a> | Trousers: | Bag: | Mules: River Island<\/a><\/p>\n

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    To me, flowers are happiness.<\/p>\n

    -Stefano Gabbana<\/em><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n

    2. Feminine florals<\/h3>\n

    Florals make up a large proportion of Dolce & Gabbana’s prints, especially roses. Instead of ditsy prints, look for large flowers that dominate the fabric. This white and is absolutely stunning (any weddings coming up soon?) and a complete D&G dupe.<\/p>\n

    Have fun with the florals – clash them with other prints, like polka dots or leopard print, maybe go for a nautical vibe and pair a floral top with stripes.<\/p>\n

    \"Hannah<\/p>\n

    \"Hannah<\/p>\n

    Look Two | Earrings: | Top: | Skirt: | Bag: Asos<\/p>\n

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    In life you need to take a risk<\/p>\n

    – Stefano Gabbana<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n

    3. Colourful prints<\/h3>\n

    Go for statement prints that remind you of summer. Prints that are beloved by D&G (and lucky for us available on the high-street) are florals, as mentioned, prints with fruit, post-card prints (an example of what I mean below), animal prints – especially leopard, a classic – scarf prints and tile prints to evoke their gorgeous maiolica<\/a> print…<\/p>\n

    This H&M dress may be a bit extra, but as soon as I saw it, I needed it. The sweetheart neckline, the ruffles, the banana and yellow lily print just screamed Dolce & Gabbana.. which may be why it sold out straight away. I tried three times to buy it when it went out of stock! Eventually, I came, I saw, I conquered! It was all worth it. This dress has earned so many compliments every time I’ve worn it.
    \nIf you’re afraid of wearing something like this, then maybe first try it out with flats and understated jewellery and start by wearing it to an event like a wedding, where you’ll feel more comfortable all dressed up.<\/p>\n

    \"Hannah \"Hannah Unfortunately, this dress is sold out! But here are some gorgeous alternatives:<\/p>\n

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