The Dressed Up Jumpsuit
Last spring it was all about the utilitarian jumpsuit but this season the silhouette takes on a more feminine feel. Whether it’s floral, as seen at Paco Rabanne and Erdem, or a more monochrome style – think head to toe purple like at Tom Ford or Rodarte – this is one trend that we can get behind.
The Renaissance Inspired Puffy Sleeves
The Renaissance continues to influence many of the autumn fashion shows with corsets and puffy sleeves making a comeback. Adaem and Emilia Wickstead went for darker iterations that play up the romantic element but are also punk enough (or at least a little bit extra). A black version of the puffy sleeve trend works well with this fall’s biggest shoe trend: platform shoes.
According to Edited, a lot of designers are taking the classic blazer and blouse combo to a new level this season. Whether it’s in the form of a shirt-and-trouser suit at Ralph Lauren or a tailored shirt and midi skirt at Chanel, this combination is a versatile and easy to wear look that will carry you right into fall.
The asymmetric shoulder continues to be one of the most popular shoulder details this season, with everyone from Versace and Carolina Hererra to Christopher Kane and Off-White showing it off. This fall, the style gets even more romantic with the addition of crystals. The bling is more than just for eveningwear, though: look for it in daywear pieces like coats and wool dresses at Brandon Maxwell and Paco Rabanne or as the accent on a polka dot blouse from Vivienne Westwood.
Velvet is still going strong this year, with everyone from Gucci and Prada to Burberry and Alexander McQueen giving the material a luxurious spin in their collections. You can easily add a dose of the fabric to your wardrobe in the form of a velvet dress, or make it casual with a pair of velvet slippers.
A simple accessory can make a big impact on a look this fall: cinch in your waist with a wide mock croc belt. Designers like Chanel, Marc Jacobs and Hedi Slimane used them to create sleek silhouettes that work for all ages and body shapes. This is a good alternative to a belt bag for those who prefer not to wear anything too bulky on their waist.
Whether it’s in the form of trousers or a dress, plaid is an autumn print that’s here to stay. This season the style is less classic check and more tartan, with tiger and cow prints also making an appearance.
The oversized bag is another essential item to keep an eye out for this season, with designers from Acne to Gucci and Fendi offering up plenty of options. The most wearable might just be a classic leather version like the one shown at Stella McCartney, which you can match to your favorite denim jacket for a put-together outfit that’s ready for whatever comes your way this fall.