The Edit: Power dressing with a romantic Spanish flair

28 June 2015 - 02:00 By Roxanne Robinson & Tiaan Nagel

Start with strong tailored pieces in jet black, mix in some soft tulle and antique lace, add some opulent gold accessories and you've got a look that's sure to set every heart aflame ABOUT THE TRENDTaking our cue from the masters of over-the-top embellishments, we've put together a lineup of fiery looks inspired by Italian design duo Dolce & Gabbana. Add a good dash of Mexican artist Frida Kahlo's aesthetic and you have this week's Edit, which combines sultry and sophisticated looks in equal measure.SHOP THE LOOKOutfit 1: Blouse, R2 995, Thomas Pink (011-325-4098); trousers, R9 400, Paul Smith (011-447-1074 / 021-418-0007); Dolce & Gabbana bag, R51 000, Catheryne Gaeyla (011-447-2550); shoes, R6 500, Emporio Armani (011-783-4410).Outfit 2: Shirt, R750, Lunar (011-726-5558); cardigan, R2 600, Karen Millen (011-784-2937); skirt, R1 000, Superella (082-845-5551); shoes, R2 590, Europa Art Shoes (011-883-5354 / 021-683-0517); Dolce & Gabbana earrings, R16 600, Catheryne Gaeyla (011-447-2550).Outfit 3: Dress, R39 990, Burberry (011-325-5923 / 021-425-8933); Roberto Cavalli bag, R30 500, Dolce & Gabbana earrings, R16 600, both Catheryne Gaeyla (011-447-2550); shoes, R2 590, Europa Art Shoes (011-883-5354 / 021-683-0517).Outfit 4: Jacket, R15 400, trousers, R8 650, shoes, R6 500, all Emporio Armani (011-783-4410); blouse, R3 999, Nina Jarebrink (087-940-3849); Dolce & Gabbana earrings, R16 600, Catheryne Gaeyla (011-447-2550).Outfit 5: Coat, R52 500, Burberry (011-325-5923 / 021-425-8933); dress, R2 000, Black Coffee; boots, R2 299, Trenery (011-290-2500 / 021-405-4300)...

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