This season, the fashion trend is
Schouler and Dolce & Gabbana went for soft, flowing silhouettes creating the best tailored suiting of the season.
Anything goes for accessorizing a suit now. Sneakers, mules, heels or yes, even flip flops, are all a go when modernizing the look. light), or play up the Victorian side if that’s your vibe. Do add plenty of texture with embroidered floral patterns and pair with velvet, leather and denim to make traditional romance feel more 2020 than turn of the century.
Leather pants, shirts, jackets, skirts and dresses in clean, streamlined silhouettes will be everywhere this fall, both the real thing and vegan versions.
Leather is a classic concept that can be tough and edgy or soft and sleek, so it’s easy to wear it to the degree that best suits you. Speaking of suits, Sander Lak’s beautifully cut version in navy and plum leather may be your day or night go-to for the season.
Perhaps the most fashionforward example was a look that went down the Alexander McQueen runway, where designer Sarah Burton did the best rendition of red on red leather (paired with massive combat boots no less).
For the everyday, mixing leather and denim is always a good idea. Try a black leather shirt with a pair of off-black jeans for an almost monochromatic look. Pair leather pants with a soft silk blouse for a beautiful balance of hard and soft.
Purple, orange, gold, yellow and green popped up all over the runways this season.
Marc Jacobs, Sally Lapointe and Ryan Roche all dabbled in a cool shade of mint green, while Tom Ford, Cushnie and Christian Siriano brought out brilliant shades of purple. Shocks of orange showed up at Caroline Herrera while all red looks ruled at Jacquemus.
Whatever shade suits you, wear it proudly; even try a monochromatic look punctuated with swept up hair and statement earrings.