Dries Van Noten, Paco Rabanne, Valentino, Loewe, and more skipped the minimalism in favor of something optimistic and grand with a clear message: Let your light shine, ladies, the future is looking bright. This dress was made for making an entrance at every fall and winter event you have. Sorry in advance for showing you up, brides. Saturated shades have entered the conversation. The color play is off-kilter, slightly skewed, and unexpected—a little like life itself. It's mustard meets lemon at Jil Sander, bubblegum pink and marigold at Miu Miu, rust and lavender at Patou—complementary and secondary hues of the color wheel all mixed up and topsy-turvy.
All the better to make you look twice. There's no other way to say it: The look in tailoring now is nothing short of smart. Designers aren't going halfway—button-downs are layered under vests, over turtlenecks, under jackets, under long coats, over trousers—and sometimes belted and finished with a tie.
These ensembles are paired not with pumps or sneakers, but loafers and boyish shoes. In other words, this isn't about subverting classic pieces; it's a literal take. Tory Burch, The Row, Prada, and Peter Do are leading the charge for ladies who like to layer their loose tailoring—and then layer it some more. Layer this over a button-down, under a blazer, with jeans, or coordinating trousers. It will quickly become the wardrobe MVP you never knew you needed. If any lesson was learned from the year , it's that when given the option, people will choose comfort—every time.
Let them eat cake! Or rather, let them never have to button a button again and outfit them in luxe knitwear in the form of skirts, maxi dresses, and two-piece sets. Cozy need not mean lacking polish in the deft hands of Gabriela Hearst, Altuzarra, and Proenza Schouler, all of which are offering cashmeres and wools in body-aware silhouettes that are endlessly flattering and fit for an evening in or out.
Cropped or cardi, in classic shades or bright pinks and reds, these cozy knits pack a visual punch. Perhaps it's a nod to the intrinsic nature of socially distant slopes, or an embrace of a max exodus to the country.
However you twist it, according to Miu Miu, Chanel, Balenciaga, and Junya Watanabe, next season is all about that cozy ski sweater life.
For those who subscribe to the idea of a new Roaring '20s on the horizon, you'll be perfectly outfitted for the occasion. Flapper dresses abound in classically executed silks and lace from Khaite and Kwaidan Editions. Layered under long coats at Miu Miu and Paco Rabanne, or with a grunge-tinged '90s take at Coach, these nightie-inspired dresses are made for the nightlife.
The puffer coat is only gaining momentum. They're high-fashion down pieces designed to make an entrance—in neutral extra-long versions at Rick Owens or on a Victoriana gown at Thom Browne—you'll have your pick and stay extra warm all season long. Design your inspirations, but plan to have them produced and ready for production at the right time of the year.
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From sequins, feathers and ruffles, to artisanal knitwear, statement outerwear and glamour. Fashion is back, and we welcome its energetic and vibrant return.
Switched onto maximum, my friends, and I couldn't be happier about it. You don't need me to tell you the world has been upside down, and in response, the fashion industry has experienced peaks like the fact e-commerce is up and troughs some brands and stores have struggled and had to shutter.
History tells us that difficult times foster innovation, and there have been breakthroughs and developments aplenty to appreciate: important conversations around sustainability and diversity have come to the fore, whizzy new tech via gaming or NFTs google that later is being seriously considered as the future, and we've even seen the somewhat outmoded clothing calendars and ways of working be blown apart.
If Miuccia Prada and Raf Simons can band together under one chic roof, if creators and consumers can say no to the fast-paced cycle of constant drops and if major labels can be more transparent in not only their status around their supply chains and ethical practices but also their commitment to inclusivity, then things are actually looking more positive in many ways than 12 months ago. The inner workings of the fashion industry may not feel of relevance, but there's a renewed energy coming from those who choose to step up to the plate and harness the potential of now and what's next.
In fact, colour psychologist Karen Haller told me at the beginning of that wearing certain colours can 'lift our spirits and boost our moods,' causing 'physiological changes within us,'" explains social media and fashion editor Zoe Anastasiou.
So it makes perfect sense then that you'd find dense, saturated shades everywhere from Versace to Prada—we've never needed colour therapy in our lives more. Basically, if head-to-toe turquoise, cerise or orange feels too much, simply temper it with easy neutrals. See all of the autumn colours we're obsessed with. It could be all too easy to write 's social media-driven peekaboo trend off as exclusive to red carpets and the celebrities who walk them, or viral posts and wild influencer Instagram moments, but the reality is that there's a want for sassy clothes again and the subtle slicing away of fabric from demure silhouettes is a considered, grown-up way of playing into the idea.
See Emilia Wickstead's otherwise austere grey dress with its cut-out ribcage detailing or Givenchy's sporty red bomber with its crisscross waist for very brilliant examples.
While many of us may have reservations around going knickerless on the bus, there's something to be said for a subtle keyhole neckline looking pretty fabulous over Zoom and feeling quite approachable. In fact, cut-out tops have filtered onto the high street over the past few months Stories is a good go-to , while black dresses are particularly prevalent within this trend.
In my humble opinion, a tweaked LBD offers one of the most classic, long-lasting options to buy into: Self Portrait offer a reserved take, while Dion Lee went full Dynasty with crystal-encrusted portholes—both will guarantee a head turning entrance to any event. With all the charms of an heirloom piece you feel proud to own, major design houses are once again turning to their logos and monograms from decades past. Some are dreaming them up for the first time but still clearly referencing back to the classicism and success of the most recognisable symbols in the fashion world.
Sure, it's a fast track to conspicuously pledging your allegiance to a favourite luxury brand, but this trend also serves that really retro look appealing to '70s fashion lovers like me. From Gucci's GG-covered skirt suit to Max Mara's silk headscarves, I adore this aesthetic for the nostalgia it never fails to bring. Muted browns, beiges, blues, tans and greys ensure that the idea of wearing a glut of logos doesn't look trashy or flashy.
Shop more of the logo fashion trend here. Last winter padded coats took the nation by storm. Our daily walks and let's be honest—street cred depended upon uniform hinged on puffers, and we saw astronomical amounts of them being snapped up by our readers. In particular, Arket's puffer was a frontrunner, barely staying in stock long enough for us to keep up with demand. The message is clear for AW this practical piece is set to continue its trajectory into the realm of fashion staple.
Meanwhile, our resident quilted coat enthusiast, assistant editor Elinor Block is welcoming them back with open arms. If a brand hasn't created a puffer, they've missed a potentially lucrative opportunity.
This year's wintry blooms follow on from a summer full of posies. There's been a continuation of 's cottagecore movement, with ditsy, Laura Ashley -ready florals being smattered all over ruffled dresses and prim blouses.
The tones will be just as muted going into AW21, but the vibe is slightly less parroquial and more to-the-manor-born, with grand flowers rendered in substantial weaves reminiscent of fine upholstery or archival Liberty prints. Stay tuned for our edit of the best puffer coats. Designers have used flower motifs in myriad ways.
Knowing just how popular this trend has been across the high street already, it's highly likely the look will continue strongly into AW 21's affordable line-up. But you'd be wise to consider searching around vintage stores in person or online to see if you can secure something that feels genuinely love-worn and special—chintzy florals have been popular at different points during the '70s, '80s and '90s, so there's heaps to uncover out there.
Remember when we used to just travel around with the bare minimum shoved into teeny tiny, fairly impractical handbags? I recall being a fan of a clutch only a few seasons ago, which now feels preposterous outside of a special night out or black tie event who am I kidding?
But, while this initially focused on the idea of shopping straight from the catwalk, the approach now seems to be more about blurring the lines between the seasons. And, while there have been some unexpected trends, perhaps an even more telling sign that we are moving past this seasonal model is the lack of so many obvious, 'one-hit-wonder' trends or novelty moments that now emerge from the catwalks. Over the past few seasons, we have seen that our customers are making more considered purchases, choosing to invest with a long-term view as opposed to on impulse.
The modern woman now purchases to complement a capsule wardrobe and brands are aware of this, creating pieces that are an effortless addition to existing options. Fewer, high-quality pieces that are loved and worn in multiple ways are now the preference as these pieces have a timelessness to them, that often make them seasonless.
As a buyer, the approach now is less about the season and more about where in the world the product will be delivered so, in a way, we do have a less season-led approach to buying.
So, if there is a movement away from creating catwalk moments or seasonal trends - where a particular piece becomes immediately associated with a particular season or time, and therefore dates faster - what does this mean for the creative process for designers? And then there are designers such as Christopher Kane, who are also evolving each collection as opposed to starting a new story each season. Page agrees, arguing that there is a now a new way to be creative, designing for longevity while still managing to create that buzz around newness.
He pushes boundaries, while still managing to create a wardrobe of looks and accessories that include classic core pieces that can be worn in multiple ways, across the seasons.
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