We take a look at some of the trends making waves on the season’s runways.

Bring on the Brights

While autumnal colours and heavier textures were certainly in evidence, another trend to emerge on the season’s runways and campaigns was the rise of bright colours and bold patterns.
At dunhill, the oh-so-British brand embraced the trend with soft mustard corduroys and checks, which were also seen at Prada. TOM FORD sent models down the runway in classic cuts transformed by ice cream hues. Versace’s traditional patterns were rendered in super brights – ruby clashing brilliantly against gold and purple – while McQueen went for glittering golden sequins and Louis Vuitton came on board with all-over pastels.
A definite breath of fresh air amongst the regular cooler season neutrals.

Frou, Frou For The Win

Flounces, feathers, architectural shapes and fabric flowers brought interest across the runways, adding fun to the season’s more subdued hues.
McQueen went all out with gorgeous crimson faux fur and Mongolian wool, while at Versace, models strutted their stuff in structured skirting and oversized padding that slightly resembled a duvet!
At Onori, architectural elements took centre stage and Carolina Herrera presented several tactile and sophisticated floral details.

Big and Bold

Alongside a range of sharp tailoring, men’s fashions will see a turn towards the more comfort driven with oversized silhouettes in classic suiting fabrics. 
Ferragamo and Qasimi featured slouchy monochrome ensembles that took on board a second trend – extra-long trousers – while TOM FORD paired brightly coloured, baggy pants with an angular jacket and overcoat. Coach demonstrated several of the season’s looks all-in-one place as it showed off funky, fun bag charms, uber-loose, long pants and a mix of colours and textures. Ferragamo went one better with giant waste bags as an accessory and Louis Vuitton fully embraced the informal with skater-style cut-offs and baggy tops.
From suits to separates, these looks are all about stylish comfort.

Ladylike Lines

Not seen for quite some time, the pencil skirt makes a return this autumn from suits to separates.
Givenchy went retro with a ‘50s-style nipped-waist jacket over a simple column skirt for an almost austere look, while Carolina Herrera upped the ante with an asymmetric hemline coupled with a high side split.
Versace brought the slit to the front with a figure-shaping, wrap-around style and McQueen went for a similar cut in a longer line.
True to the classical nature of this piece, most designers opted for solid black but both Carolina Herrera and Versace presented patterned versions.

Layers & Textures

Even though winter in our part of the world doesn’t call for quite the same level of wrapping up as some other places, we still look forward to bringing out the woollies and our favourite jackets.
This season’s collections embraced the concept of layers and textures. At dunhill, a chunky sweater was thrown casually across the shoulders atop a waistcoat and overcoat, while McQueen went big with frou-frou frills spilling out of a bum-freezer jacket. Prada paraded cow-print sheepskin beneath a classic bomber and Versace boasted bright purple leather with a sumptuous patterned lining over a matching shirt. Boss and Malo went for classic monochrome, making use of luxe fabrics to set the tone, while Coach and Qasimi went for fun fabric mixes.
Wrap up warm folks.

Sparkle and Shine

Let’s be honest, sequins never really went away, they’re the quintessential go-to for a night out or a special event. But this season the variations were just that little bit extra.
McQueen led with a beautifully patterned and embellished black coat accompanied by metallic boots and bag and, if this wasn’t enough, the house also presented a riotously beaded and sequinned coloured dress offset by layers of black pleats.
Versace kept it minimal, if such can be said of sequins, presenting pieces that actually resembled armour.
Onori added overlong tassels to its shimmering tube dresses and, at Carolina Herrera, the look was sequinned but kind of naked.

Down To Earth

There’s no doubt about it, brown is definitely having a moment. Much loved in the ‘70s, over the following decades, this earthy hue became the preserve of elderly gents in high waisters and tank tops. But now, it’s back with a bang!

From sharply tailored leather suits at Versace and TOM FORD to a comfy, cosy Teddy bear jacket at Ferragamo, this season’s runways and campaigns couldn’t get enough of shades from deep chocolate to golden fawn and everything in between. Boss presented tonal shades in natural fabrics while dunhill went for tan-on-tan in monochrome coupled with checks and a matching tote. Ever classy, Malo and Prada went for slight variations in shade using textures in cord and wool to add interest while Dries Van Noten used embellishment to live up a regular rain mac.
And not a pair of grandad pants in sight.

The New Black

Earthy tones of brown and caramel were very strong on this season’s runways giving an air of warmth and comfort.Coach and Boss featured slouchy jackets while Malo went for a full-on leather look in matching pants and jacket – very super hero. At Onori, the shapes were super feminine with pearly embellishment on deep chocolate fabrics, while Farm Rio worked shades of rust and pink into its signature floral prints. And Ferragamo brought the arm candy in the shape of a gorgeous brown tote.