One of the best parts of world travel has to be discovering new shops and unique pieces. This season, the fashion world would seem to agree, bringing the best of magpie traveler chic home with prints, pants and accessories inspired by far-flung locales.

For proof, consider all of the harem- and dhoti-style trousers you’ve seen in stores over recent months. Prints and shapes reminiscent of the souk and styles worn by adventurous backpackers have been elevated with luxe fabrics, materials and finishes.

The designer credited with igniting the trend is Dries Van Noten, a Belgian known for his wonderful work with print. His Spring/Summer 2010 show included a riot of bright prints splashed and clashed over loosely draped trousers and jackets. He presented his souk-style trousers with heavy, beaded necklaces and chunky bangles of the sort you might pick up on a Zanzibar jaunt.

Since then, we’ve seen high street stores full of pieces making use of Middle Eastern inspiration. Tap into the global trend by blending unexpected wardrobe elements, mixing designer pieces with items you found on your last holiday.

Why not wear a raspberry kaftan over grey harem trousers, accessorizing with a stack of Amrita Singh thread-wrapped bangles and brightly embroidered Liwan sandals? Or a Calm gold bouchara kaftan with wooden bangles from Guatemala and that multi-strand shell necklace you found in a beachside shop in Indonesia?

The possibilities are endless. Go on — be a style nomad!