This London Fashion Week was full of bold ideas, ranging from knitted ballgowns at JW Anderson to fuchsia bubble skirts at Molly Goddard.
So which pieces will we really want to add to our wardrobe? Here, we pick nine trends you can try this fall or sooner.
Enter your cowgirl era – Molly Goddard
When Beyoncé embraces the cowgirl style, the world follows. Molly Goddard’s Western-style leanings came courtesy of “eBay watchlists” featuring “puffed-up boy cowgirl dresses” and “softened cowboy boots” rather than Queen Bey, but she still contributed to the feeling that the yee-haw look was better . In the air. Get the look now by following Goddard’s example with a much-loved embroidered Western shirt or a pair of cowboy boots: plus his jumper is sure to be an autumn/winter essential; maybe Beyoncé will get one?
Put the brooch in the bag – Erdem
Autumn’s best brooches can add personality to any outfit. Erdem placed single-stemmed flowers on the lapels of boucle opera jackets; It was a cool touch of style that paid homage to soprano Maria Callas and the fans who showered her with flowers after the performance. Attach a pin to your favorite blazer or wrapped scarf for an instant update.
Tie your sweater around your waist – JW Anderson
You can spot a fashionista from a mile away by the way she ties her sweaters around her shoulders like a golfer on an unexpectedly calm day on the course (hands up, I’m doing this). JW Anderson gave us a new affectation to try next; instead, tying our sweaters around our waists.
The ones appearing on this runway looked knotted and overdone, but this will instantly translate into a simple way to look more “now” with little more than any old sweater you have lying around.
Go bronze – Simone Rocha
Silver has been everywhere for the last year. I’m not suggesting you throw away everything silvery you may have bought, but if your gold and bronze have been languishing in the back of your wardrobe for a while, Simone Rocha’s show will give you a reason to dig it all out and re-polish it. : See her beautiful shiny metallic dress.
Emilia Wickstead – speak with an accent
Emilia Wickstead has collaborated with Northamptonshire shoemaker Grenson on a range of polished loafers; hers had exaggerated tassels and were worn with translucent butt socks. “I was inspired by British Teddy Boys and Teddy girls,” she explained. “I love how people from the mid-1960s used these scarves, socks and hoop earrings in different ways to style themselves.”
The smart but comfortable shoe revolution was seen in the front rows of various fashion shows. Ruth Wilson did it best when she combined her decorative floral Erdem jacket with black brogues.
A pinch of cobalt – Roksanda
The “red theory” trend in interiors has seeped into fashion lately, which means the hue is everywhere. Want to be an early adopter of the next colorful pop trend? Opt for a little hint of cobalt. Roksanda did this in a particularly refreshing way with tights; you get extra points if you use your cobalt to create a truly delicious color palette, like the pale pink/cobalt on the catwalk here. You can also use socks, a scarf or a cardigan to add an unexpected new color to an outfit you already love.
Glamorous skirt – 16Arlington
16 Of the 40 runway looks presented by Arlington designer Marco Capaldo, the last few were the loudest. Two sparkly ball skirts flew at London’s Barbican Center as real-life audiences swooned and social media followers hit the “like” button. The sparkly maxi skirt pairs well with a surprising number of different pieces: Tuck it in with a white shirt, or wear it with a tuxedo jacket to make it even edgier.
This is your greeting. -Richard Quinn
For now, all you need to feel good this season is a meter or two of ribbon. You can channel Simone Rocha’s styles, whose hair is braided into rows of tiny delicate bows in shades from baby blue to cream and red, or emulate Richard Quinn’s approach to adding a ribbon sash to your next party dress. It’s a quick way to totally tie-in your fall/winter 2024 look.
Show your fakeness – Conner Ives
It can be said that next autumn’s outerwear options will be quite flashy. Think shiny leather macs and marabou-trimmed opera jackets that would make the “Mafia Wife” swoon. Faux fur has also made a comeback in many collections. Connor Ives’ belted cream wool coat with wide cuffs and collar looked like one of the most wearable versions and could easily be paired with wide-leg jeans and a polo collar.