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March 8, 2018

Paris Fashion Week Fall/Winter 2018 Trend Report: Metallics/Iridescence

by Rachael Comeau

[Balmain F/W 2018 Ready-to-Wear; all images via Vogue.com]

[Altuzarra F/W 2018 Ready-to-Wear]

[Anrealage F/W 2018 Ready-to-Wear]

[Christian Dior F/W 2018 Ready-to-Wear]

[Dries Van Noten F/W 2018 Ready-to-Wear]

[Each x Other F/W 2018 Ready-to-Wear]

[Koché F/W 2018 Ready-to-Wear]

[Maison Margiela F/W 2018 Ready-to-Wear]

[Maison Rabih Kayrouz F/W 2018 Ready-to-Wear]

[Nina Ricci F/W 2018 Ready-to-Wear]

[Undercover F/W 2018 Ready-to-Wear]

[Poiret F/W 2018 Ready-to-Wear]

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At Paris Fashion Week, which marks the end of the Fall 2018 show season, maximalist, bold trends again stole the attention. Among the most noteworthy of these trends is the use of holographic, iridescent, and metallic fabrics. At shows like Maison Margiela, Nina Ricci, and Balmain loud fabrics appeared everywhere from outerwear to accessories and shoes.

Olivier Rousteing imagined his most recent Balmain collection in the year 2050, which was fitting considering the entirely holographic, futuristic looks featured in the show. At Anrealage, a collection entitled “Prism” featured reflective pieces in voluminous silhouettes that were meant to vary in appearance, depending on perspective.

Click through the slideshow above to see how other designers incorporated the holographic trend into their Fall 2018 shows.

November 16, 2017

Trend: Circle Bags

by Rachael Comeau

[Anya Hindmarch Spring 2018 Ready-to-Wear; all images via Vogue.com]

[Balmain Spring 2018 Ready-to-Wear]

[Christian Siriano Spring 2018 Ready-to-Wear]

[Delpozo Spring 2018 Ready-to-Wear]

[Dolce & Gabbana Spring 2018 Ready-to-Wear]

[Anya Hindmarch Spring 2018 Ready-to-Wear; all images via Vogue.com]

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For Spring 2018, bags are truly coming in all shapes and sizes. Most prevalent of these on the most recent Spring 2018 runways is the circle bag, as many designers opted for unique silhouettes rather than classic styles. Featured in shows like Anya Hindmarch, Balmain, Christian Siriano, and Dolce & Gabbana, this style came complete in bold colors with fun embellishments, perfect for any occasion, day or night.

Most come in a convenient cross body style, making this piece easy to carry around for everyday use. For a version that’s slightly edgier, look for the circle silhouette in a clutch style, like this 3.1 Phillip Lim Alix Circle Clutch. To get the look yourself, make sure to also check out pieces like Brahmin’s Lane Melbourne bag, Anthropologie’s Carolina Circular Crossbody Bag, or Bembien’s Rose Bag, all of which are available online.

Click through the slideshow above to see how designers styled this unique bag trend for Spring 2018.

October 2, 2017

Paris Fashion Week Trend Report: Patent Leather/Vinyl

by Rachael Comeau

[Ellery Spring 2018 RTW; all images via Vogue.com]

[Ellery Spring 2018 RTW]

[Alexandre Vauthier Spring 2018 RTW]

[Balmain Spring 2018 RTW]

[Kenzo Spring 2018 RTW]

[Balmain Spring 2018 RTW]

[Proenza Schouler Spring 2018 RTW]

[Fillés a Papa Spring 2018 RTW]

[AALTO Spring 2018 RTW]

[Isabel Marant Spring 2018 RTW]

[Jordan Spring 2018 RTW]

[Maison Rabih Kayrouz Spring 2018 RTW]

[Guy Laroche Spring 2018 RTW]

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With fashion month now coming to a close, Paris Fashion Week solidified the major trends that we’ll most definitely be seeing in spring 2018. Following in the footsteps of New York, London, and Milan, key trends from Paris continue to be bold and daring. One standout trend from the runways is patent leather/vinyl pieces, featured prominently in both clothing and accessories. Designers like Balmain, Proenza Schouler, and Isabel Marant all incorporated this look into their most recent collections.

Kym Ellery was inspired by forward thinkers of the 20th century, as well as the 1960’s decade when creating her spring 2018 line. The collection was packed with references to retro-looks, and included pieces like statement blouses and flared pants, as well as a black patent leather a-line skirt. Designer Tuomas Merikoski of AALTO featured this trend in the form of a slouchy pant, while in the accessories department, Proenza Schouler paired every look with a pair of patent leather, pointed toe shoes.

Click through the slideshow above to see how other designers interpreted the patent leather/vinyl trend for spring 2018.

March 31, 2017

Spring 2017 Accessories Trends

by Rachael Comeau


	
			[Oversized handbag at Marni Spring 2017 RTW; all images via Vogue.com unless otherwise noted]

			
			[An vversized handbag at Balenciaga Spring 2017 RTW collection]

			
			[American Eagle Outfitters Street Level Tote, available online at AE.com, $49.95]

			
			[Platform footwear at Salvatore Ferragamo Spring 2017 RTW]

			
			[Platform footwear at Gucci Spring 2017 RTW]

			
			[Steve Madden Glaamar Zip Sneaker, available online at Nordstromrack.com, $50]

			
			[Skinny scarf at Roberto Cavalli Spring 2017 RTW]

			
			[Skinny scarf at Elie Saab Spring 2017 RTW]

			
			[H&M Narrow Scarf, available online at HM.com, $4.99]

			
			[Wide belt at Balmain Spring 2017 RTW]

			
			[Wide belt at Les Copains Spring 2017 RTW]

			
			[Urban Outfitters Coco Corset Belt, available online at Urbanoutfitters.com, $29]

			
			[Choker at Roberto Cavalli Spring 2017 RTW]

			
			[Choker at Lanvin Spring 2017 RTW]

			
			[Macy's GUESS Multi-Row Choker, available online at Macys.com, $20]

			
			[Statement earrings at Rodarte Spring 2017 RTW]

			
			[Statement earrings at Gucci Spring 2017 RTW]

			
			[Bauble Bar Tille Crystal Drops, available online at Baublebar.com, $34]

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The most popular accessories that have emerged for this upcoming spring 2017 season have been anything but subtle or minimalist. Looking back at the Spring/Summer 2017 fashion week shows, designers mainly chose statement jewelry, bags, and other accessories to complement the looks in their collections. The most prominent looks to keep an eye out for include statement earrings, oversized handbags, wide belts, skinny scarves, platform footwear, and chokers.

Both Balenciaga and Marni included oversized bags for spring in their shows, while Roberto Cavalli and Lanvin kept the choker trend moving along with large, beaded versions in their collections. To get a more affordable version of this bold look, try the GUESS Multi-Row Choker, available online at Macy’s for $20. For an accessory flattering on almost every body, try wearing a wide belt, which appeared in the shows for Balmain and Les Copains. To try out this look for less, check out Urban Outfitters’ Coco Corset belt, available online for $29.