As fashion month comes to a close, it’s time to reflect on the hottest trends of the season. There was no lack of original content, but designers across the globe seemed to be inspired by some of the same things, namely past decades and beloved textiles. Here are five trends you’ll be sure to see come spring.
1. DENIM
Denim was everywhere this season, but in a much bigger way than we’ve seen in the past. Instead of ultra-mini denim shorts or skin-hugging jeans, we’re seeing big, oversized skirts and shirts like the ones Kenzo sent down the runway. Kenzo wasn’t the only house who was partial to denim though; Sea and Alberta Ferreti were feeling the fabric too. The western trend isn’t dead either, and denim plays into the aesthetic perfectly. Full denim looks become extra appealing when paired with some fringe detailing and embellishment, like at Sonia Rykiel.
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2. 60s & 70s STYLE
Whether designers were drawing inspiration from the 60s or 70s, the result was the same; an elegant take on beloved signatures from decades past. Sweet, baby doll dresses, peter pan collars and sheer, flowing dresses in airy fabrics were all abundant this season. Bell sleeves, like those seen at Ellery, played into the 70s aesthetic perfectly, as did the billowing dresses that Alberta Ferretti sent down the catwalk. Details were also important for this season, as the embellishments and accents at both Saint Laurent and Fendi proved. Whether you’re a bit sweet like the 60s or a little more free-spirited, a la 70s, spring is sure to be your season.
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3. STRAPPY DETAILS & GEOMETRIC CUTOUTS
Lattice-style straps and geometric cutouts were everywhere this season, whether they were used as an accent or an entire piece. Balmain created cage-like pieces, utilizing oversized geometric cutouts as the main focus of their designs. This trend is both sexy and wearable; if you can’t commit to an entire piece made of cut outs, you can always wear the look as an accent. Whether the look was taken in a darker, sexier direction like at Zana Bayne, or in a more ethereal light, like at Balenciaga or Chloe, precision was noteworthy in almost every house that sported the trend.
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4. SPORTY CHIC
There’s something strangely alluring about wearing an ensemble inspired by sportswear – an ironic sort of naughtiness that’s even more appealing, thanks to the likes of Phillip Lim and Alexander Wang. Whether you’re one for sleek silhouettes, like those seen at Alexander Wang and Carven, or are drawn to a more literal interpretation of sporty chic, think Jean Paul Gualtier, it’s certain you don’t have to play a sport to have winning style. Whether inspiration was drawn from the infamous track suit or from NASCAR, the result was the same; fast, fun and sure to make your heart race.
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5. MONOCHROME MINIMALISM
It seems as if the reign of minimalism isn’t over. Once again, a less-is-more aesthetic ruled the runway this season, as far as colors go . Don’t read minimal as boring, though. With interesting silhouettes and details, looks were kept both updated and modern. Assembly took a more normcore approach to minimal dressing while Gareth Pugh took a more occult approach. Whether designers were inspired by a blank canvas or just sick of excess, the idea of simplicity reigned supreme.
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