AW15 in New York

NY, home to the cream cheese bagel and Lady Liberty – but most importantly the Big Apple is famous as a hot bed of designer talent and a city of style setters.

We take a look at some of the key trends from the catwalk and plan our new look for this coming Autumn.

THE FLARE
This particular trouser shape has been having a renaissance for a few seasons now, but this winter it’s all about the kick flare.

J Crew
J Crew
Rosie Assoulin
Rosie Assoulin
Derek Lam
Derek Lam

ANKLE CROP

The culotte has been replaced by the ankle grazer trouser. Cropped is the length of choice even in the colder months.

Carolina Herrera
Carolina Herrera
Edun
Edun
Jason Wu
Jason Wu

A WHITER SHADE OF WHITE

We’re seeing a palette of winter white, ivory and cream; from the modern white shirt to a luxe white trouser, make it a head-to-toe white out.

Dion Lee
Dion Lee
Naeem Khan
Naeem Khan
Narcisco Rodriguez
Narcisco Rodriguez

COLD SHOULDER

Fashions go off-shoulder so bare some sexy skin and work the drop shoulder trend.

Proenza Schouler
Proenza Schouler
Oscar de la Renta
Oscar de la Renta
Tibi
Tibi

SPORTY

The sports luxe look is still persisting on the catwalks. Look out for pieces that are both comfortable and cool.

DKNY
DKNY
Lacoste
Lacoste
Tommy Hilfiger
Tommy Hilfiger

THE ROLL-NECK

The biggest story for next season? The roll neck. The funnel neck. The polo neck. The turtle neck. This old classic has just become the new must-have monopolising the catwalks.

Hugo Boss
Hugo Boss
Proenza Schouler
Proenza Schouler
DKNY
DKNY

SEXY GOTH

Dark and fierce there is black lace, leather, metal and punk boots. Wang went all-black and gave us a glimpse of grunge where Thom Browne had a flavour of drama with his take on mourning clothes.

Alexander Wang
Alexander Wang
Narcisco Rodriguez
Narcisco Rodriguez
Thom Browne
Thom Browne

SHOW SOME LEG

Provocative, fun and flirty, the thigh high slit gives a sexy glimpse of leg. Dresses and skirts showed off slits and splits – I guess the only question, how high will you dare?

3.1 Phillip Lim
3.1 Phillip Lim
Dion Lee
Dion Lee
Jason Wu
Jason Wu

TWEED

More usually found on a country gent, this tweed has gone urban. Lapel trims, fur collars and statement details the look is altogether more grown up with a twist of cool.

Rodarte
Rodarte
Altuzarra
Altuzarra
Michael Kors
Michael Kors

VICTORIANA

This trend takes its inspiration from the Victorian era. With high neck ruffles and leg of mutton sleeves, the look is both prim and modern. 

Altuzarra
Altuzarra
Altuzarra
Altuzarra
Oscar de la Renta
Oscar de la Renta

FLUFF

Fashion gets fluffy, fuzzy and feathery on the catwalk. We saw tons of texture at Alice & Olivia, Anna Sui and J Crew to name a few.

3.1 Phillip Lim
3.1 Phillip Lim
Donna Karan
Donna Karan
Naeem Khan
Naeem Khan

FRINGING

Fashion has a fringe moment. Hemlines and trims dance and sway with tassels – it’s playful and flirty, so time to get your swing on.

Rebecca Minkoff
Rebecca Minkoff
Marchesa
Marchesa
Ralph Lauren
Ralph Lauren

FUR

Fur is a winter staple and right now looks set to be bigger than ever with oversized coats, faux stoles and shearling trims. Weather practical and ever chic, faux fur gets a big thumbs up.

3.1 Phillip Lim
3.1 Phillip Lim
Altuzarra
Altuzarra
Ralph Lauren
Ralph Lauren

THE BOMBER

Next season we’ll be coveting the bomber jacket, the cover up of choice – well so say those in the know. Choose from high-shine, fur-trimmed and quilted.

Tommy Hilfiger
Tommy Hilfiger
3.1 Phillip Lim
3.1 Phillip Lim
Tanya Taylor
Tanya Taylor

BUM BAG

Need I say more… who saw this coming then?

Marc by Marc Jacobs
Marc by Marc Jacobs
Rag & Bone
Rag & Bone
Marc by Marc Jacobs
Marc by Marc Jacobs

CAPED CRUSADER

The smart girls cover up of choice. Ultra wearable, capes, cloaks and ponchos were seen at Tommy Hilfiger, Nanette Lapore, Milly and Michael Kors.

Badgley Mischka
Badgley Mischka
Michael Kors
Michael Kors
Nanette Lepore
Nanette Lepore

MIDRIFF BARING

Crops are seeing in another winter but this time they are layered up. Pair a shirt or tee under a crop to bring this trend into AW15. Fancy showing some midriff? High waists and a narrow reveal of skin – less is most definitely more.

Jenny Packham
Jenny Packham
Milly
Milly
Rosie Assoulin
Rosie Assoulin

BUTTON UP

Buttons go big on the catwalk. Channel Victoria Beckham and Clavin Klein and embrace oversize haberdashery.

Calvin Klein
Calvin Klein
Calvin Klein
Calvin Klein
Victoria Beckham
Victoria Beckham

50 SHADES OF RED

Okay so red isn’t exactly headline news for the winter season, but come AW15 we will see every shade, tone and palette of red. Give your winter wardrobe a pop of colour.

Carolina Herrera
Carolina Herrera
Jill Stuart
Jill Stuart
Tommy Hilfiger
Tommy Hilfiger

BOOTED UP

The boot goes mid calf aka Victoria Beckham. We love this new elegant option.

3.1 Phillip Lim
3.1 Phillip Lim
Victoria Beckham
Victoria Beckham
Rodarte
Rodarte

RETRO

The 70’s have been making a reappearance and are now looking stronger than ever. Bring out your inner hippy and look out for suede, roll necks, 70’s prints and square sunglasses.

Jill Stuart
Jill Stuart
Karen Walker
Karen Walker
Anna Sui
Anna Sui

LONG LINE

Tops are layered long over loose trousers and maxi skirts. Lengthen your body-line and experiment with your proportions.

Jonathan Simkhai
Jonathan Simkhai
Katie Ermilio
Katie Ermilio
Clover Canyon
Clover Canyon

BELTED

Cinch the waist. Wide belts are back adding to the 70’s vibe and balancing loose silhouettes.

Jill Stuart
Jill Stuart
Oscar de la Renta
Oscar de la Renta
Ralph Lauren
Ralph Lauren

EXPOSED

The naked back will play a major part in autumn winter’s look. Whilst layers are long, sleeves are voluminous and necks are high, we spotted cut outs and bare backs galore – revealing yet undeniably sexy.

ALC
ALC
Rosie Assoulin
Rosie Assoulin
Vera Wang
Vera Wang

Blooming Marvellous

Florals are a classic spring summer trend – not groundbreaking perhaps and to keep the style fresh designers must re-create the trend in a unique way year on year.

2015 florals are seen in the style of bold psychedelic 60’s and 70’s, tropical greens, embellished 3D appliqué and botanically precise sketchings. Those flaunting flower power on the catwalk? House of Holland, Matthew Williamson, Dolce & Gabbana, Holly Fulton, Marchesa and Marni to name a few – and the high street is following suit.

Just a few of our floral favourites:

Self Portrait, 3D Shell Tee
Selfridges, Paul & Joe Lipstick Case
Net-a-Porter, Charlotte Olympia Rosario Floral-Embellished Leather Sandals
Net-a-Porter, Charlotte Olympia Rosario Floral-Embellished Leather Sandals
Topshop, Floral Laser Cut Swimsuit
Topshop, Floral Laser Cut Swimsuit
Zara, Floral Jumpsuit
Zara, Floral Jumpsuit
Uterque, Flower Clutch
Uterque, Flower Clutch
Liberty, Chinti & Parker X Liberty Navy Love Cashmere Jumper
Liberty, Chinti & Parker X Liberty Navy Love Cashmere Jumper
LK Bennett, Susan Floral Print Full Skirt
LK Bennett, Susan Floral Print Full Skirt
Reiss, Pisa Floral Trouser
Reiss, Pisa Floral Trouser
Matches, Marni Printed PVC & Leather Tote
Matches, Marni Printed PVC & Leather Tote
Selfridges, Clover Canyon Rose Matador Neoprene Dress
Selfridges, Clover Canyon Rose Matador Neoprene Dress
Alex Monroe, Floral Fayre Necklace
Alex Monroe, Floral Fayre Necklace
Wolf & Badger, Heidi London Forget Me Not Circular Sunglasses
Wolf & Badger, Heidi London Forget Me Not Circular Sunglasses
Wolf & Badger, Smith/ Grey Marina's Rose Earrings Silver
Wolf & Badger, Smith/ Grey Marina’s Rose Earrings Silver
Liberty, London Undercover Clare Aude Compact Umbrella
Liberty, London Undercover Clare Aude Compact Umbrella
Browns, Isolda Floral Print Tee
Browns, Isolda Floral Print Tee
H&M, Floral Trousers
H&M, Floral Trousers
Liberty, Flowers of Liberty Wiltshire Mini Suitcase
Liberty, Flowers of Liberty Wiltshire Mini Suitcase
Mother of Pearl, Floral Separates
Mother of Pearl, Floral Separates
Luisa Via Roma, Converse 40mm Chuck Taylor High Top Sneaker
Luisa Via Roma, Converse 40mm Chuck Taylor High Top Sneaker

And just because we can…

Net-a-Porter, Bella Freud Loving Tuberose & Sandalwood Scented Candle
Net-a-Porter, Bella Freud Loving Tuberose & Sandalwood Scented Candle

 

At Home With LFW for SS15

Here marks the end of another LFW. Another fashion week on the cobbles at Somerset House, another season of looks to excite, inspire and lust after.

We explore the catwalk trends and the looks that had us all talking:

PLEATS

Mary Katrantzou
Margaret Howell
Burberry Prorsum

SHEER

Jean Pierre Braganza
Lucas Nascimento
Antonio Berardi

METALLICS

Felder Felder
Palmer Harding
Topshop Unique

FRINGING

Felder Felder
Marchesa
Paul Smith

SPORTY

Burberry Prorsum
Mother of Pearl
Pringle of Scotland
Topshop Unique

SLEEVELESS

Lucas Nascimento
Mary Katrantzou
Roksanda Ilincic

SPRING LEATHER

Joseph
JW Anderson
Topshop Unique

FLORALS

Fyodor Golan
Holly Fulton
House of Holland

PARKA

House of Holland
Christopher Raeburn
Lucas Nascimento
Mulberry

THE CROP

Preen by Thornton Bregazzi
Issa
Holly Fulton

BRIGHTS

Matthew Williamson
Saloni
Sibling

LAYERS

Amanda Wakeley
Bora Aksu
Temperley
Burberry Prorsum

ORIGAMI FOLDS

 

Fyodor Golan
Jena. Theo
Peter Pilotto

THE 3D TOUCH

Erdem
Erdem
Jonathan Saunders
Marchesa