In a world where everything is moving forward, fashion seems to be doing the opposite, going back to earlier eras has been a trend for many seasons and seems to only be getting stronger. The fall/winter 2015/16 fashion is definitely riding a time machine.
Let’s take you through the major designers, so you ladies can know ur key pieces for this season.
Trend #1: BOHO ‘60s Hippie Fashion
Historically, boho is quite a young style, having originated as such in the ‘60s. It’s the style of the artists, the style of free and beautiful people.
Key Elements:
Rich and earthy colors.
Luxe, maxi silhouettes.
Flowy, mini silhouettes.
Lush embellishments and embroideries
Patchwork, tapestry, ethnic and folk motifs.
Accessories: wool hats; over the knee boots; faux-fur or shearling vest; a suede, velvet, or wool cape, fringed, embroidered, or embellished.
Celebrity Inspiration: Sienna Miller
The best designers that featured the Boho Trend this season are: Burrbery Prosrum, Valentino, Anna Sui, Just Cavalli, Giamba, Etro, Mathew Williamson, and Dsquared2
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Fashion Trend #2: 1970s Are Big Again
The 1970’s fashion continues to inspire. Ever-evolving, the 70s philosophy is now focused on timeless sophistication, luxe being the word fit to best describe its revival.
Key Elements:
Romantic Silouhettes, rich, luxurious prints in darker tones.
Sexy cut-outs, deep plunging necklines, or high slits.
Sheer lace and weightless, see-through fabrics.
Fur-sleeved coats to embroidered parkas.
Hippie fringing.
Luxurious suede.
Flare pants.
Accessories: lace-up knee-high and fringed ankle boots; color blocked high-heeled ankle boots; faux-fur scarves; suede sandals and statement necklaces.
Celebrity Inspiration: Cher
The best designers that featured the 70’s Trend this season are: Alexandre Vauthier, Chloe, Anna Sui, Lanvin, Mattew Williamson
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Trend #3: Punk Rock
Punk fashion can be applied to numerous areas including jewelry, hairstyles, cosmetics, and clothing. It has been influenced by a variety of subcultures and has, in turn, influenced many as well. It wasn’t until the 1980s that it began to be produced in mass and sold in stores.
Key Elements:
Ripped jeans.
Mini Skirts with torn tights.
Chains and Head to Toe Leather.
Red plaid.
Body-hugging mini dresses.
Accessories: Black leather gloves; a big black belt and a massive necklace.
Celebrity Inspiration: Cara Delevingne
The best designers that featured the Punk Rock Trend this season are: Balenciaga, Saint Laurent, Givenchy, and Elie Saab.
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Trend #4: Victorian
Victorian fashion comprises the various trends in British culture that emerged and developed throughout the Victorian era, roughly 1830s to 1900s.
Key Elements:
Ruffles and High Collars.
Precious Fabrics.
floor-sweeping skirts.
Fine lace.
Dramatic Silhouettes.
Midi skirts.
Body-hugging mini dresses.
Accessories: Gothic Rings; Appliquéd Boots; Floral Necklaces; Embossed and Jeweled Clutches.
Celebrity Inspiration: Olivia Palermo
The best designers that featured the Victorian Trend this season are: Valentino, Oscar de la Renta, Chanel, Alexander McQueen.
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Trend #5: The 80’s
The Eighties closet was akin to a children’s fun house: colourful, bright and loud. Very, very loud.
Key Elements:
Shoulder Pads.
Wild Child: Black eyes, spiked heels, ripped tights, slashed leather.
Frilly Collars (Princess Diana popularised the frilly collar).
Quilted puffer jacket.
Lego Bright colors.
Basketball vest dresses.
Patchwork denim jackets.
Accessories: Bumbags; Big Earings; chain belts; layers and layers of gold slogan chains.
Celebrity Inspiration: Barbie
The best designers that featured the 80’s Trend this season are: Loewe, Saint Laurent, Balmain, J.W Anderson, Alexandre Vauthier, Versage and Moschino.
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Trend #6: Oriental
The interest in the Eastern merchandise has been present in Europe for a long time; already in the 17th century there was a real trend for “Chinoiserie”, a new predilection for all that was exotic. Soon, during the second half of the 18th century, “Japonisme” replaced the “Chinoiserie” trend.
Key Elements:
The Kimono Jacket.
Oriental Floral.
Luxe gold brocade on silky fabrics.
Embroided dresses.
Fabrics Embellished with birds or flowers using silver and gold thread.
Accessories: Fans; Sequin Belts; Long Tussel Accessories; Embellished Bags.
Celebrity Inspiration: Fan Bingbing
The best designers that featured the Oriental Trend this season are: Mary Katrantzou, Topshop Unique, Huishan Zhang, Diane von Furstenberg, Andrew Gn, Erdem, Gucci, Valentino, Roberto Cavalli, Marques’Almeida, Simon Rocha
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