Spring and summer trends are celebrated collectively on the catwalk (S/S), but once you step outside those season spells spark a different mood. Don’t blame it on the weatherman. It’s like colour psychology or something. Soft pastels sigh with relief after the snowy winter and vivid brights whoop with energy before the autumn falls - so pick a shade, any shade. What are you feeling for those outdoor days? You’ve seen with the last post that I take fashion inspiration from the toy box. My Little Pony was one of my favourite toys – my big sister was born in the 80s and collected lots of the horsey figures. Furby was another favourite – I remember how the classics were practically sold out when first released in the 90s. Anyway, both of these iconic toys have been re-released in past years, just like certain styles that come back in fashion. I just don’t know whether to seek the 80s or 90s chest for pastel or bright hideaways…
PROFILE
Toy release: My Little Pony 1983 VS Furby 1998
Model's names: Strawberry Swirl 2002 (Symths Toys, £7.99) VS Hot Pink 2012 (Toys ‘R’ Us, £59.99)
TOYSPIRATION POINTS
1 = Get the boot 2 = Cramp one’s style 3 = Take my hat off
THE DECADE
A new decade brings a new style. The 60s brought monochrome and tie-dye, and the 70s brought browns of amber, beige and chocolate. Leg warmers of the 80s sure bring back vivid nightmares for some, but to me the finest 80s fashion was preppy cool. The conservative look was worn by girls, who certainly had real life versions of My Little Pony - while the 90s brought the web storm and other techno creations like Furby.
A new decade brings a new style. The 60s brought monochrome and tie-dye, and the 70s brought browns of amber, beige and chocolate. Leg warmers of the 80s sure bring back vivid nightmares for some, but to me the finest 80s fashion was preppy cool. The conservative look was worn by girls, who certainly had real life versions of My Little Pony - while the 90s brought the web storm and other techno creations like Furby.
TOYSPIRATION POINTS
My Little Pony 3
Furby 2
THE NOVELTY
Brush the glitter mane of My Little Pony with her white-coloured comb. Those locks are her thing, so prim, preen and prep that head of hair. Or shine the sweet ‘cutie mark’ on the flank - those symbols start collections. Yet Furby has the gift of the gobbledygook gab. The beak flaps a mile a minute with the furbish language, but she can sing and dance, too. Her flashy fur is as showy as her Jacko high notes, and her moves to booming tunes.
TOYSPIRATION POINTS
My Little Pony 2
Furby 3
THE SHADE
With the decade and the novelty pinned down it’s the final fight between pastels and brights. Let’s raid my wardrobe for a colour compare. Here are two Topshop dresses inspired by the iconic toys of the 80s and 90s…
Pastel pink embroidered organza dress, Topshop, £60
Although this pastel baby came from last year’s spring season collection, the fit & flare style would be all sweetness and light for upcoming prom parties or garden weddings. Perhaps it is a tad pricey for a high street purchase, but the soft flower stitching resembles My Little Pony’s swirly patterns found on her flank - this was enough to sway me to splash the cash!
Bright pink pique cutout dress, Topshop, £36
The temperature is rising and this sundress seems a bright idea to keep cool. Splurge a little on a frock that is fresh for the season and ideal for BBQs and picnics in the park. A beach or pool party might even pop up during my summer in Florida – and Furby was the one who made sure my future looked bright with this neon number to stand out from the crowd.
TOYSPIRATION POINTS
My Little Pony 2
Furby 3
The results are in.
The most fashionable toyspiration is…
*drumroll please*
Furby beats the pants off My Little Pony!
*Sneak Peak*
Tomorrow I take inspiration from the girls with a passion for fashion - Bratz.
- Sophie AJ Brooks
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