When the New York Fashion Week runways concluded in September, it was arguably the most "return to normal" of all of the fashion weeks. There were European invasions by way of Fendi, basement dance parties, and a near endless array of dinners and events. It was all very 2019. And the runways are telling a similar story of life-goes-on. We aren't speaking so much of the before and after of lockdowns—i.e. sweatpants or party clothes. Now is about what to wear for the difference facets of life from new takes on color, to the film that's in the zeitgeist (again), and a skirt silhouette that is sure to be all the rage. See the top 5 trends that tell the tale for the season ahead, and shop them now before spring officially arrives in two months time.
Lime Time
CourtesyAliétte, Coach, Fendi, Collina Strada, Sergio Hudson
The color that's taking shape as the hue of the season calls to mind outdoor margaritas—a refreshing lime. Done up on gowns at Alliete, Fendi, and Michael Kors, suiting at Sergio Hudson, and separates at Brandon Maxwell and Tory Burch—I think the surprising word we're working with here is versatility.
Christopher John Rogers Asymmetric Pleated Neon Viscose Skirt
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The Attico Sienna Knee High Boot
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Aje Gretta Bow Back Mini Dress
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Finely Woven
CourtesyGabriela Hearst, Khaite, Puppets and Puppets, Proenza Schouler, Ulla Johnson, Carolina Herrera
Crochet is continuing as a trend story and designers are becoming increasingly creative with the technique. Ulla Johnson made the look slouchy in a skirt and sweater set, Puppets and Puppets manages to combine the idea with fringe, and Proenza Schouler provided movement in a tank and skirt combo on Kendall Jenner.
Chloé Fringed Silk-Macramé and Crepe de Dhine Maxi Dress
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RUI Sheer cut-out Mini Dress
Doen Pearl Eden Dress
The Long Story
CourtesyKhaite, Peter Do, 3.1 Phillip Lim, Carolina Herrera, Tibi
The look we're going to see everywhere come spring is the maxi slim skirt. It came ultra low rise and white at Peter Do and Tibi, belted at Phillip Lim and Carolina Herrera, and in denim at Fendi and Altuzarra. It's a hark back to '90s minimalism and it feels as sleek and cool as Carolyn Bessette Kennedy on a fine New York morning.
Christopher John Rogers Gathered Silk-Faille Maxi Skirt
Alaïa Long Ribbed Sweater Skirt
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ACNE STUDIOS Metallic belted leather maxi skirt
Lingerie All Day (But Really)
CourtesyAdam Lippes, Michael Kors Collection, Area, LaQuan Smith, Prabal Gurung
Last season we delved into some subtle bra tops underneath suiting. While that look is still happening, the runways are upping the ante on naked dressing with bra tops (no jacket required), and string bikinis as daywear. There are even sculptural metal pieces that give a surreal vibe at LaQuan Smith and Area.
Gucci Silk Bra
Knwls Black Craze Bustier
LaQuan Smith Sequin Bra Top
Mermaid Vibes
CourtesyLaQuan Smith, Brandon Maxwell, Simon Miller, Collina Strada, Fendi
Move over Barbie, the story now is all about The Little Mermaid. And she goes for sparkles and sheer and paillettes in colors that make our inner 5 year old smile in delight. Think: seafoam green, light purple, and easy pink, sometimes all at once. It also has a decidedly Y2K bent, because we just can't quit that era of feminine delights.
The Attico Adjustable Halter Dress
Paco Rabanne Mixed Metal Tank Top Dress
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Blumarine Sequined Turtleneck Minidress
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Kerry Pieri is Harper's Bazaar's Digital Fashion/Features Director. Kerry oversees the fashion vertical for BAZAAR.com, including launching digital covers, styling celebrity features, and managing recurring features including Brand Watch and My Life in Three Looks. In addition, Kerry edits the “best of” each season, from shoes to bags, denim and coats, and is consistently looking for shifts in the fashion realm to lend a voice. Kerry formerly served as the Editorial Director of StyleCaster.com and as a producer at Full Frontal Fashion. She lives in New York with her husband Steve, and baby girl Lila Sky.
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