Thick duchesse satin and shantung silk give that true fifties fashion look. Look too for satin trims as bindings on pants. There are satin bow trimmings on clutch bags and shoes as well as tipping bands on clothing. Necklaces also get the satin or velvet bow treatment. Satin is the ideal material for wrap style obi belts and even boxer shorts. Satin of the correct weight is also perfect for deeper draped cowl necklines and for kimono styles. Richer materials also encompass impressive gold brocades or consist of fabrics made of dull and beaten gold pailettes. Whisper light translucent shimmering Organza moiré, silk gazaar, silk jersey and rustling taffeta stand out against heavier materials. Opulent brocades move through Tapestry looks and toile prints all capable of imbuing clothing with a feel of belonging to a Georgian milkmaid scene. Traditional floral sprigged country prints, spots, stripes and tiny zig-zags are all in fashion. Denims figure in summer 2006 fashion. Denim is dyed deeply and is barely washed out. Many denims have a finer surface and the darkness of denim is paired with the softness of the finest white voiles, batiste and dotted Swiss materials. Denim’s close natural rival, linen, is now available in more colours, especially soft blue, soft pink, soft lime, grey, red and burnt orange. Spring continues to see lightweight airy tweed fabrics, but now more frequently lightened with the sparkle of golden metallic threads. Chiffons of the same ilk, with the glimmer of golden lamé, contest with golden threaded denim. Grosgrain ribbon and Russia soutache braids add contrast to fabrics that are dull or shimmering and glimmering .