London Fashion Week Trends
The London Fashion Week has come to a close, leaving us with bold and daring trends to look forward to. This season’s trends have shifted from the bohemian wild leather and soft silhouettes of last spring/summer to lively colors, sharp cuts, and punk motifs.
Top 5 Portable Trends
Here are the top 5 portable trends from the London Fashion Week to help you stay ahead of the fashion curve.
1. Twisted Tartan
Tartan is back this season, with a punk twist. Burberry’s creative director, Daniel Lee, has remixed the classic Heritage Tartan with acid and purple hues. The trend can be styled in various ways, from a heavy wool skirt with chunky knitting and leather accents to a shirt or jacket with wide-leg trousers, heeled boots, and fine jewelry.
2. Suits with Ties
Oversized tailoring has been a steady trend in the past seasons, but this year, designers have taken it a step further with the addition of ties. The trend seems to be inspired by Wall Street in the 1980s, with ties loose over shirts, hidden under vests, or undone from blazers. To style the trend, start with a classic look and add a feminine touch with a belted waist and slim shirt.
3. Fringes
Fringes were striking last season, but they have confirmed their presence this year. The trend has evolved from the usual angular hem to a more mature feeling with frenetic cladding. Fringes can be found on everything from bags to scarves to clothes. To test the trend, start with accents like robust leather-fringed bags or those with lighter fabric tassels.
4. Sky Blue
Sky Blue is the new butter yellow, with pops of bright cobalt appearing on the runways. The shade has been used to soften sharp silhouettes, make lace and satin easier to wear, and nod to a very British spring sky. Sky Blue works surprisingly well as a neutral and can be paired with last year’s color of the season, Burgundy.
5. Voluminous Hems
Bubble hems may have had their moment last summer, but voluminous hems are here to stay. Designers like Edeline Lee and Patrick McDowell have doubled down on the drama with skirts that grow out like reverse tulips in layers of fabric. To style the trend, try an A-line midi or maxi skirt paired with a fitted top to compensate for the volume.
