GADGETS FIVE READY-TO-WEAR TRENDS TO WATCH OUT FOR
Fashionista Sonam Kapoor made heads turn once again at a recent event. The Bollywood actor mixed gothic influences with casual chic by going in for a deep plum lipstick with a monochrome skirt and top. She embellished the look by opting for a gold overcoat and studded accessories.
Going by the fall/winter 2016 collections, the upcoming season’s major womenswear trends encompass sensuality and ramped-up femininity, with pleats, sheer fabrics and bare shoulders.
Nearly all the major labels chose to honour the female form in an understated and reserved way this season, with designs that suggest rather than reveal. This translated to long-length pieces with slits or sheer finishes, cinched waists, bare shoulders, and fluid, floaty fabrics. All in all, the season’s looks have a laidback feel, giving a place of pride to comfort rather than overtly sexy styles. Here’s a look at some of the biggest trends in store for women’s fashion this fall. Dresses get a spring-like vibe, as they get lighter and floatier, and become virtually transparent. This season’s gowns are simple veils, with super-fine fabrics, sheers, embroidery and netting, hinting at the female form for a sensual rather than a sexy effect. This trend was championed by Sonia Rykiel, Giambattista Valli, Valentino, Andrew GN, Chalayan, Dolce & Gabbana and Alexander Wang. The season’s hottest look features a lightweight dress worn with a long, heavy coat. The must-have pleated skirt has given designers many ideas. Pleats have worked their way into long and short skirts, dresses and even tops. Pleats were spotted at Maison Margiela, Diesel Black Gold, Valentino, Vionnet and Bottega Veneta. Plus, Issey Miyake showcased two new technical procedures, which boosted the fluidity of movement and created different kinds of optical illusions.