Fashion Goes Sporty

I don't know about you but with the hype around the Olympics, I feel this competitiveness coming out of me and yearn to challenge my husband to a game of tennis, basketball or even just a race to the end of the street. I love the Olympics and the positive energy it creates in those who participate and spectate from all corners of the globe.  I actually found myself tearing up during the opening ceremony. It warms me to see how this 2 week sporting spectacle brings the world together.  It transcends religion, race and cultural boundaries and simplifies the celebration of hard work, discipline and fair competition.

Fashion has certainly taken on the Olympic fever. In fact sport inspired looks were one of the strongest themes to walk down the runway during New York Spring 2012 Fashion Week.  Tailored track pants, parachute dresses, mesh details and loose silhouettes have been explored with a street style edge.  Alexander Wang, Stella McCartney, Altuzarra and Rag & Bone were some designers who presented this trend.

I had a bit of fun styling my sporty look below. I just bought this mesh bomber jacket and thought it could work beautifully over a short flouncy skirt to help create a clash between sporty and feminine. I did go a bit sporty mad and added my New York Yankee cap. You all know by now that I like to push a theme to its absolute limit.  I have styled some sporty inspired looks for you below.

For those of you who have followed Dusty Petals from the very beginning you will remember my post 'Sporty Chic' which shared my inner 'Tomboy' through fashion. Click here to check it out.

Khaki Drape Collar Pockets Long Sleeve Drawstring Outerwear $61.00

Motel Bambi Sleeveless Curve Dress $35.60

Nixon Matte Grey Watch $96.00

Nike Lady Cortez Trainers $82.00

Poupee Couture Quilted Beige + Neon Yellow Shoulder Bag $250.00

ASOS Mixed Fabric Hooded Jacket $130.12

Asos Playsuit In Drapey Fit $18.00

adidas Originals 'Santiago' Nylon Strap Watch $62.00

Pollini For Preen Mesh Lace Up Heeled Boots $235.00

Asos Quilted Backpack $59.00

Josh Goot Tailored sleeveless blazer $357.00

Marni Ruffled shell and jersey tunic $225.00

adidas Originals 'Santiago XL' Silicone Strap Watch $90.00

Pedro Garcia Black Castoro Cut Out Open Toe Boot $155.00

T by Alexander Wang Ribbed cotton-blend pants $67.00

Fred Perry Authentic Denim Chambray Hobo $89.00 

Cut25 Contrast textured-leather jacket $320.00

Whistles Charlie Dropped Waist Dress, Grey $110.00

Baseball Cuff Bracelet-Personalized Hand Stamped $27.50

Nike Blazer Grey Suede Mid Trainers $99.00

Calvin Klein Doctor Satchel Leather Bag $135.00 

Francis Leon Leather And Cotton Bomber Jacket $495.00

D&G Lace-trimmed cotton-piqué polo shirt $155.00

adidas Originals 'Sydney' Digital Nylon Strap Watch $62.00

ASOS Sporty Skirt in Pencil Shape $56.93

MARC BY MARC JACOBS Mules $160.00

I had to share these incredible trainers.

BE&D? Big city? cotton-canvas baseball boots $180.00
Adidas Top ten hi sleek blk/dimante $115.00
Nike Air Royalty Hi Top Blue Trainers $105.00
Nike Fast Love Sky High Wedge Trainers $125.00

Images courtesy of style.com
From left to rightAkirs, Isabel Marant, Y-3  & Alexander Wang

Have a great week!