Fashion Trends
Sumptuous Jacquard Floral Is the Regency-Inspired Spring Trend That’s About to Take Off
You might be familiar with Jacquard, a group of intricately decorated woven fabrics that feature embossed prints, particularly that of elaborate florals. Jacquard first became popular in Britain in the 1820s — the same Regency fashion era when Bridgerton takes place — and it’s currently making a comeback for spring 2021 thanks to our favourite fashion brands and Instagram’s style enthusiasts. For spring 2021, we saw decadent Jacquard prints at Simone Rocha, Erdem, Fendi, and JW Anderson. At Simone Rocha, the Regency-inspired print was used to add opulence to puff-sleeved mini and midi dresses. Erdem had a similar approach, using the woven fabric to add romance to khaki green puff-sleeved coats and co-ordinated sets, which take reference from Regency menswear innovator Beau Brum...
Fancy Patchwork Jeans? We Found the Best Pieces to Shop Online
The classic blue jean got a handcrafted makeover for 2021. Patchwork jeans were a standout trend at London Fashion Week spring/summer 2021, seen at Victoria Beckham, Vivienne Westwood, and Bethany Williams — and now you can shop this ’70s-inspired style at your favourite online boutiques. If you fancy investing in designer pieces, then Net-a-Porter’s in-house sustainable brand Net Sustain has a great selection. But if you prefer saving some coins on your next denim purchase, then you’re best checking high-street brands that cater to an edgier customer. We’re loving Jaded London, Bershka, The Ragged Priest, and Urban Outfitters for finding a great pair of two-tone or patchwork jeans at an accessible price point. Although this denim trend is a bit on the rebellious si...
19 Printed Mesh Dresses and Tops Inspired by Jean Paul Gautier’s Sheer ’90s Designs
Maya Jama’s printed mesh dress on RuPaul’s Drag Race UK piqued viewers’ interest in the popular fashion trend, which is currently being done best by London boutiques Auné and Kai Collective. But even before Jama debuted this trend to the fashion enthusiasts of drag, it was one of the biggest microtrends of the ’90s thanks to Jean Paul Gautier’s printed, sheer designs. Printed mesh dresses and sheer tops are meant for those who are fearless with their style. And although this fashion trend leaves little to the imagination, you can still have fun with mesh pieces without baring all your bits. We suggest pairing your favourite sheer dress with a simple bandeau bra top and matching boy short or cheeky pair of pants. Alternatively, you can style this look with any ...
Fancy the Patchwork Jeans Trend? We Found the Best Pieces to Shop Online
The classic blue jean got a handcrafted makeover for 2021. Patchwork jeans were a standout trend at London Fashion Week spring/summer 2021, seen at Victoria Beckham, Vivienne Westwood, and Bethany Williams — and now you can shop this ’70s-inspired style at your favourite online boutiques. If you fancy investing in designer pieces, then Net-a-Porter’s in-house sustainable brand Net Sustain has a great selection. But if you prefer saving some coins on your next denim purchase, then you’re best checking high-street brands that cater to an edgier customer. We’re loving Jaded London, Bershka, The Ragged Priest, and Urban Outfitters for finding a great pair of two-tone or patchwork jeans at an accessible price point. Although this denim trend is a bit on the rebellious si...
19 Printed Mesh Dresses and Sheer Tops to Channel Your Inner Style Rebel This Spring
Maya Jama’s printed mesh dress on RuPaul’s Drag Race UK piqued viewers’ interest in the popular fashion trend, which is currently being done best by London boutiques Auné and Kai Collective. But even before Jama debuted this trend to the fashion enthusiasts of drag, it was one of the biggest microtrends of the ’90s thanks to Jean Paul Gautier’s printed, sheer designs. Printed mesh dresses and sheer tops are meant for those who are fearless with their style. And although this fashion trend leaves little to the imagination, you can still have fun with mesh pieces without baring all your bits. We suggest pairing your favourite sheer dress with a simple bandeau bra top and matching boy short or cheeky pair of pants. Alternatively, you can style this look with any ...
17 Printed Mesh Dresses and Sheer Tops to Channel Your Inner Style Rebel This Spring
Maya Jama’s printed mesh dress on RuPaul’s Drag Race UK piqued viewers’ interest in the popular fashion trend, which is currently being done best by London boutiques Auné and Kai Collective. But even before Jama debuted this trend to the fashion enthusiasts of drag, it was one of the biggest microtrends of the ’90s thanks to Jean Paul Gautier’s printed, sheer designs. Printed mesh dresses and sheer tops are meant for those who are fearless with their style. And although this fashion trend leaves little to the imagination, you can still have fun with mesh pieces without baring all your bits. We suggest pairing your favourite sheer dress with a simple bandeau bra top and matching boy short or cheeky pair of pants. Alternatively, you can style this look with any ...
The Fashion Week Trend That’s Serving Us Serious Sex and the City Vibes
According to Carrie Bradshaw, “every year the women of New York leave the past behind and look forward to the future . . . This is known as Fashion Week”, or in this case, it’s London Fashion Week, and the latest trend to grace the catwalks is tulle tutus! And yes, we are having some serious Sex and the City nostalgia. Whether you’re a fan of Sex and the City or you’re left perplexed when someone describes you as “a Miranda”, you’ll no doubt recognise Carrie’s iconic tulle tutu from the opening credits. According to the show’s costume designer, Patricia Field, the well-known skirt was found in a showroom bin and was likely to have cost just $5! It’s a no-brainer that Carrie paved the way for some very cool ’90s and ear...
Soothing Pastels Are Making a Style Comeback That’s All About Serenity and Self-Care
It’s not our first time falling in love with pastels. The soft, comforting colour palette paints many childhood memories of sweets, clouds, and gentle dreaming. Not too long ago, fashion was fixated with Millennial Pink, and now pastel is returning in shades of lilac, baby blue, mint, and lemon to soothe restlessness at home. Pastels are becoming colours associated with self-care. Fashion embraced Pantone’s 2016 colour of the year “Rose Quartz” and renamed it “Millennial Pink” the following spring. Later that autumn, Glossier packaged baby pink as the colour of self-care, which the beauty industry steadily adopted. For winter 2020 and spring 2021, our renewed connection to pastels is a longing for wellness and comfort, in response to the tension of the p...
What History Tells Us About How the Pandemic Will Change How We Dress in the Future
What History Tells Us About How the Coronavirus Pandemic May Change How We Dress in the Future There’s no doubt that COVID-19 has completely changed our lives. But the pandemic will also have a lasting effect on our relationship with fashion. London Fashion Week went digital in 2020, Hanifa sent 3D models down the runway, and loungewear sales have skyrocketed ever since. Since we’ve had nowhere to go, the trend cycle has been completely disrupted. Even once the pandemic (finally) comes to an end, the effects that it will have on the world — and the fashion industry — are sure to linger. Major historical events have always changed the way people dress. The 1918 flu pandemic, the Great Depression, and the Second World War all affected fashion, both during the event and in the yea...
Molly Goddard Launches Its First Bridal Collection of 12 Whimsical Dresses
From street style pros like Rihanna to screen style stars like Killing Eve‘s Villanelle, Molly Goddard is defining girlish, bold, and whimsical womenswear. The homegrown British brand debuted its first bridal collection that features 12 dreamy wedding dresses made to order in the UK. Molly Goddard’s new wedding dresses are inspired by the brand’s iconic, empire-waist silhouettes. The range boasts smocked details, ruffles, tulle, and lots of volume in a classic selection of ivory. Priced at around £1,800 to £10,000, the collection also includes a small capsule of bridal shoes and bags. Brides-to-be that are keen for a made-to-order dress can choose from a few fabrics, with slight variations of colour for the tulle, ribbons, and veil. If you fancy something a bit more bespo...
The Duchess of Cambridge’s Cute Baby Blue Cardigan Is Still Available for £75
Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge connected with one of the finalists for her Hold Still portrait campaign with the National Portrait Gallery. The Duchess held a video call with Johannah Churchill whose portrait, “Melanie, March 2020”, was selected as one of one hundred photographs to represent the UK’s lockdown experience. To celebrate the occasion, Catherine wore an affordable powder blue cardigan from homegrown sustainable brand Boden. “Thank you for being part of Hold Still 2020!”, said Kensington Royal on social media. “The portraits that illustrate your stories and experiences of lockdown have shown just how much communities have come together during this difficult year. For the past four weeks, our community exhibition has taken the final one hundre...
Knit Princess Diana’s Iconic Black Sheep Jumper For Free With the Original Vintage Pattern
I always knew Princess Diana was cool, but seeing photos of her wearing that Warm & Wonderful black sheep jumper in 1979 made me realise just how much of a rebel she really was. Recently, the iconic knit was reissued for a collaboration between Warm & Wonderful and Rowling Blazers (£250). But even better, the original vintage knitting pattern is now available for free online as a charitable campaign to raise lifesaving funds for Doctors Without Borders – we think Diana would have loved that idea. Pennies Per Hour of Pleasure (p/hop) is a knitting fundraiser for nonprofit organisation Doctors Without Borders (MSF). In an effort to raise lifesaving funds for medical care in over 60 countries, p/hop collaborated with Sally Muir and Joanna Osborne (the founders of Warm & Wond...
