While we form an orderly queue for JW Anderson’s take on the classic trench to hit stores, switch our Sunday hoodie for an argyle knit and dream of taking Molly Goddard’s diamanté sweater out for a late night spin, Vogue rounds up the six need-to-know trends direct from London’s runways. Here’s what you should add to your new season wishlist, and how to wear it now:
The trend: Skirt suits
Erdem. Image: InDigital
Richard Quinn. Image: InDigital
Burberry. Image: InDigital
Where we’ve seen it:
Burberry, Erdem, Wales Bonner, Richard Quinn
What you need to know:
The prim skirt suit (beloved of female politicians and Royal dignitaries everywhere) has returned with a new youthful verve. While Riccardo Tisci showcased the appeal of meadow green and a sculpted waist for his tailored co-ords, Richard Quinn wowed with opulent beading and Wales Bonner championed the power of modesty.
How to wear it now:
Stash oversized Eighties tailoring and match the pencil skirt you invested in last season with a shorter blazer, placing the focus back on the waist (if in doubt, reach for a contrasting belt). Keep suiting simple and experiment with patterned or colour-pop tights, for an elevated rather than overtly straight-laced look.
The trend: Trench coats
Burberry. Image: InDigital
Simone Rocha. Image: InDigital
Eudon-Choi. Image: InDigital
JW Anderson. Image: InDigital
Where we’ve seen it:
Simone Rocha, JW Anderson, Burberry
What you need to know:
The revitalised trench coat was spotted leading the street style charge, as well as on the runways at LFW. Glossy patent (seen at Simone Rocha), voluminous sleeves (JW Anderson) and re-spun heritage checks (Burberry) make the classic mac this and next season’s most worthwhile investment opportunity.
How to wear it now:
Shop vintage styles in oversized proportions that can be cinched in with a corset belt; and allow a little extra length through the sleeves, to fold back and reveal contrasting lining.
The trend: Argyle knits
Molly Goddard. Image: InDigital
Victoria Beckham. Image: InDigital
Pringle of Scotland. Image: InDigital
Where we’ve seen it:
Pringle of Scotland, Preen, Victoria Beckham, Molly Goddard
What you need to know:
The golf sweater is set to lead AW19’s new homespun mood, thanks to the harlequin knits that turned heads on London’s runways – layered over winged-collar shirting at Victoria Beckham and partnered with full-circle or knitted skirts at Molly Goddard.
How to wear it now:
Take your styling cue from Preen and pair an oversized argyle sweater with fishnets; or opt in to Pringle and Pushbutton’s approach, using the diamond-print knit to enliven tailored trousers.
The trend: Diamanté
Christopher Kane. Image: InDigital
Burberry. Image: InDigital
Molly Goddard. Image: InDigital
Where we’ve seen it:
Burberry, Christopher Kane, Molly Goddard
What you need to know:
When it comes to next season’s after-dark wardrobe, all eyes are on diamanté fringing. Cue Molly Goddard, Christopher Kane and Riccardo Tisci at Burberry, who all created hedonistic runway treats that hark back to turn-of-the-Millenium dance floors. While Kane adorned shirting and pencil skirts with oversized stones, Tisci made the belt-fastened sports dress worthy of a Beyoncé red carpet appearance.
How to wear it now:
Prime your style direction ahead of Molly Goddard’s AW19 crystal sweater drop; and invest in a pair of trailing diamanté earrings to pair with your laziest weekend denim.
The trend: Corsets
Fashion East Charlotte. Image: InDigital
Vivienne Westwood. Image: InDigital
Matty Bovan. Image: InDigital
Where we’ve seen it:
Vivienne Westwood, Asai, Fashion East, Matty Bovan
What you need to know:
Back in February 2016, the laced corset belt became an Instagram hit thanks to Prada’s AW16 canvas design, styled over utility jackets and jacquard dresses. Fast forward to this season and the influence of the full corset (spotted on the runways of London’s young designers) is spearheading a fearless approach to femininity. Vivienne Westwood is the unofficial godmother of the corset’s modern rebirth, having launched her take on the 18th-century classic back in the mid-1970s, as part of the fetish collections for her Sex boutique on London’s King’s Road.
How to wear it now:
As with the corset belts of past seasons, layering remains key. A vintage bustier will tame the lines of a balloon-sleeve blouse, add extra mileage to floral midi dresses, or simply elevate a well-loved tee and Levi’s.
The trend: Puffball dresses
Richard Quinn. Image: InDigital
Simone Rocha. Image: InDigital
Roksanda Anderson. Image: InDigital
Where we’ve seen it:
Erdem, Roksanda, Richard Quinn, Simone Rocha
What you need to know:
While New York Fashion Week was about ballooning sleeves, London has turned its attention to ballooning dresses. Richard Quinn and Erdem delivered the power-floral puffball dress (in Quinn’s case, styled atop rubberised bodycon), while Simone Rocha and Roksanda saw a cleaner take on the bubble-hemline silhouette.
How to wear it now:
Style an oversized A-line top with tailored trousers or wear alone, as a mini dress, with opaque tights for a balletic look. Extra points for attempting taffeta, one of AW19’s favourite tongue-in-cheek eveningwear fabrics.
Also read:
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5 fashion trends from New York Fashion Week you need to know about
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