Love That Americana (Then and Now)

The "Americana-Nostalgia" trend has found its way from S/S '10 to S/S'11. From previously seen Canadian tuxedos and "cheeky" suede native style skirts fit for a sexier Pocahontas at D&G; to this coming spring's rock inspired, leather pants and rough and tumble tees and denim with hints of an american flag at Balmain.
Granted, there is no question on which designer hit the metaphorical nail on the head better, D&G or Balmain; Balmain wins hands down.True, D&G caught on in trendier cities like L.A and NYC with in the celeb circles creating a phenomena of denim on denim styles. However, it is quite obvious that Balmain's take on the trend, which happens to be a military meets Michael circa "Thriller" themed collection is definitely the more wearable and stylish of the two takes on the trend.

(pictures: top D&G SS10; bottom Balmain SS11 both credited to www.Style.com)