AW19 Trends

The autumn-winter collections catwalk shows have showcased designers from all over the world, and it would appear to be a Season of contrasts. Some featuring lavish elegant silhouettes reminiscent of the French bourgeoisie, contrasted with boxier tailored shapes from suit jackets to shoulder pads. We’ve put together the top 3 trends for Autumn/Winter and shown how you can easily incorporate them into your everyday wardrobe!
Colour Pop!
Probably Autumn’s loudest and proudest trend is “Colour”. Seen throughout Max Mara, Fendi and Balmain, saturated colour was confidently strut down the runway. Balenciaga showed us a rainbow of colour with fluorescent pinks, high voltage lime and sunshine yellows that will have you reaching for your sunglasses. Bright contrasting colours are here to brighten up your drab Autumn, whether that be in the form of an oversized coat, hat or minimal accessories, it’s a trend to get on board with. However, if you didn’t want to be subtle with your use of colour the Raishma Laurel Gown is the perfect addition to your wardrobe. The sheer long sleeves add different tones of red.
Bling.
Crystals, diamantés and beads were the main focus of Giorgio Armani’s collection, adding some bling to Autumn/Winter. The collection featured silky camisole dresses adorned with icicle-like crystals. Alexandre Vauthier’s catwalk was also draped in rhinestones along with beautiful sequin dresses and shimmering brooches.
A bit of sparkle is never a challenge to bring into your wardrobe even if it’s not in the form of a layered diamanté dress! Flashy clutch bags, shoes and jewellery allow you to create your own daylight disco and wear this trend easily day to night for the whole season! But if you did want to go all out, the Raishma Harper gown is the perfect example of Glitz and elegance. Not too overstated and perfect for an evening out
Tailoring.
Givenchy was seen this season pairing beautiful glam ball gowns with structured tailored jackets. Many designers are bringing menswear to the masses and reshaping menswear and incorporating it into womenswear. Dior was seen doing the same, showcasing structured looks with cinched in waistlines creating a tuxedo look, keeping it elegant and classy. Giorgio Armani’s collection also had reference to the late Eighties. Tailoring dresses with large oversized shoulder pads and tight lowered waistlines.
This style is easy to recreate, with a tailored jacket or suit trousers and adding an elegant floaty top or dress underneath for a more every day look, proving that suits no longer just for the office! The Eighties look can also be brought back to life with subtle shoulder-padded jackets and tailored waistlines, 80s style headbands are also super on-trend and can bring a bit of Eighties fantasy into 2019.