As though harking back to the days of Edgar Allen Poe and Bram Stoker, the Elkin Fall 2011 lookbook is romantically Gothic. With a focus on soft lights and dark fashion, I feel like there's going to be a lot of dramatic flair come autumn.
Although the transition from colorful summer wear to a more muted wardrobe will be drastic, the Elkin Fall 2011 collection still retains the delicate fabrics and designs that are found in both those seasons. It balances the black palette perfectly.
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The Elkin Fall 2011 Collection is Romantically Dark
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