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Sporting a rainbowthemed JW Anderson cardigan worth a whopping pound1250 over Rs1 lakh Harry Styles sparked a crochet trend on TikTok Fans and ardent crocheters filmed videos of themselves attempting to replicate Styles bright patchy cardigan and succeeded too But the artistes pick has to really do with crochet emerging as a SpringSummer 2020 trend as it ruled the runway with Stella McCartney Jill Sander Altuzarra and Oscar de la Renta incorporating itA semi formal look with a crocheted top styled by Parakh on Karishma Tanna and Parakhs styling on Parul Gulati reflects the modern boho vibe with a crochet braletteFor citybasedstylists Eleesha Dsouza Hima Dangwal and Kayal Parakh the trend dips into 70s nostalgia Back then it was a lot more boho The goal right now is to not make it look like grandmas crochet Parakh assertsOscar de la Rentas raffia crochet dress is a good example of adapting the style for partywear PicInstagramA minimal mindFor Mumbai weather Dsouza favours crochet lace trims over going all out Pick outfits with a trim detail on the sleeves saddle shoulders or at the bottom of a kneelength dress Outfits that are 100 per cent crochet are better suited for tall people she says Clutches and shoes with crochet elements should be kept to neutral shades you can even modify a shoe strap by adding crocheted floretsEleesha DsouzaCombination is keyOkay youve got the perfect crochet garment But what do you pair it with Dangwal says the texture of the fabric you select is most important Lace corduroy or a ribbed and sheer textured fabric is perfect while leather and bling need to be avoided And ensure you wear nude undergarments she addsHima DangwalPicking the right jewellery can be tricky too Dangwal suggests thinking of elements with an earthy feel Pearls can add richness to your outfit and are a good choice for a formal brunch or dinnertime look If you wish to go more casual opt for shell jewellery and work on minimalistic chain layering If your outfit is black or blue choose silver chains and if white or offwhite then gold You can also consider crystal jewellery with a moonstone or turquoise fit for a beachlike vibe she addsKayal ParakhGiven that crochet is intrinsically patterned dont combine it with bold prints Even if you like wearing printonprint choose shades close to the crochet garment and pick subtle prints mdash fine stripes or tiny polka dots Parakh advisesKeep it comfyYou need to assess your comfort while wearing crochet Theres a lot of peekaboo going on If you dont like that look at patterns with less or smaller holes Crochet can be layered easily too A tank top can be worn as a vest says ParakhIf you wish to experiment with crochet in Indian wear Parakh suggests sticking to accessories Its hard to say how comfortable people will be wearing a crocheted blouse with a lehenga Crochet potlis are a more elegant optionDIY accessory tutorialsCrochet danglers might be a popular choice but make sturdy hoops out of yarn that will add an edge to your lookLog on to Claudetta Crochet on YouTubeThis knot hairband can be made in under 15 minutesLog on to forforthefrills on YouTubeLearn to make the goodold potli bag which is perfect for stuffing your toiletriesLog on to KnitcroAddict on YouTubeCatch up on all the latest Mumbai news crime news current affairs and a complete guide from food to things to do and events across Mumbai Also download the new midday Android and iOS apps to get latest updates MidDay is now on Telegram Click here to join our channel middayinfomedialtd and stay updated with the latest news