The fashion Trends you can expect for Autumn and Winter 2017-2018

The 2017 Autumn and Winter fashion trends have been set. The creativity that has been seen on the catwalk indicates a bumper year of new styles and looks that everyone can take advantage of. Businesswomen, students and socialites can all find a great piece because of the rich variety on offer.

Have a quick glimpse of some of what will be on offer:

Belts

Defining the waistline is a theme that will run through the Autumn and Winter fashion trends this year. Starting with Louis Vuitton’s cinching belts, Isabel Marant follows through in the trend with her stark black waistband that defines any shape clearly. Set aside the fabulous day and evening wear, those belts show up everywhere. The wraparound belt ingeniously integrated into a full length blue coat by Celine reinforces the importance of the belt as a defining part of the outfit this upcoming season, whether it’s sleepwear or outerwear, you can be sure that all the fashion outlets are going to follow suit and stock the belt to define your waist.

Glitter Bombs and Gold

We all know that all that glitters is not gold, but in the fashion world you could be forgiven for forgetting this. Shining clothing is to be found everywhere, whether is the imitation of the space programme or the glitter bombed clothing or even more so the latest in gold cloth adorning our women. With the appearance of these trends thanks to Jason Wu and Tom Ford on the catwalk you will be able to knowingly recognise them as they appear in the windows of our favourite boutiques and fashion outlets.

Power dressing female Business attire

When the boss walks through the door and she’s wearing that suit from Alexander McQueen or Celine, you’ll understand that feminism in fashion has never gone away. This year the suits are designed for comfort, have a looser appearance and are freer flowing. Jacket lengths are longer even suggesting a hybrid trend between jacket and coat, bringing an interesting combination of power dress without the stiff appearance. The female city bosses are going to turn heads with a completely different look in their suits in the upcoming colder seasons.

Leather Pants

Leather never really goes out of fashion. It is simply reinvented every year and the possibilities seem endless. As source of warmth and designs easily woven to create whichever look you can desire the designers have not disappointed this season. Altuzarra has created something of an enigma with a fashionable biker leathers look, that are neither jeggings nor jeans. The loos biker style makes a statement of its own. Whether its Proenza Schouler or Calvin Klein that you prefer as a trendsetter, the loose leather look is in this year. Put your tight leathers away for another time.

Frills Feathers and lace

While the leather pants may lend a tomboyish look that so many girls love, there is much to be seen in the rising trend of the prettier pieces this year. Frills and feathers have been introduced as the appropriate accoutrements for this year’s evening wear and occasion wear. You can blame this trend that will not die out on the likes of designers like Giambattista Valli and the house of Burberry.

Oversized Sheepskin jackets

Every year, it’s something new to keep us warm, but still looking good and this year is no different. Sheepskins are in and abundantly so. The Sheepskin jacket may be the design and the style, but the oversized, slightly larger than life look is the trend to be expected. The designs interestingly while oversized do not leave the wearer looking like they’re wearing something three sizes too big. You can thank Marc Jacobs, Coach and Proenza Schouler for these appearing on the shelves this Winter season.

Off the shoulder

That sleek off the shoulder look is back again and has found its way into daywear as well as eveningwear. Weather it’s that sexy leather look from Brandon Maxwell or that daytime well-dressed look so perfectly mastered by Dion Lee, the trends have been set. Expect to find these styles adorning the racks in all your favourite high end fashion stores. Jason Wu has introduced an off the shoulder trend that is certainly going to take off, with the business women, his outfits being brought to us in a two piece suit like style.

Functional Fashion

Not seen for a while is a little edge on functional fashion, where style and function come together. If you look carefully you should be able to find those quilts and blankets reinvented as ponchos, throws and wide scarves.

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6 Fashion Items That Deserve to Be in Your Closet

In the vast world of fashion where certain pieces either have the lifespan of a fruit fly or become swallowed by the sea of garments produced every day, it’s important to stop and reexamine our choices. There are items in that forgotten or overlooked universe that definitely deem our attention, so it’s time to take a long hard look and correct the injustice. To that end, after careful scouting, we’ve come up with a list of six items that definitely deserve to be gracing your closet and your body.

Black with a twist

Many women will often see a great pair of black trousers and just keep on browsing. In a world of florals, stripes and other splashes of color, black pants are often left behind in the race and that’s wrong for more reasons than one. First of all, black is slimming, timeless and sophisticated, and there’s no arguing that. Secondly, if fashion guru and all-round styling icon Tim Gunn says that every woman simply has to own a pair of black dress pants, we should take note. Finally, black pants don’t by any means have to be ‘boring’, especially if you go for paper-bag waist pants. The reasons these in particular deserve a spot in your wardrobe is the fact that the cinched-in waist isn’t only flattering, but it creates mini ruffles along the edge for a sweet and preppy effect.

Where there’s black…

…there’s bound to be white. One simply cannot and should not live without a white top, preferably a crisp white shirt. It can be fitted, long, shorter, oversized, take your pick, but definitely go shopping for one ASAP. The once staple piece of the corporate world has finally been recognized for its ‘outside the workplace’ potential and versatility. The amazing thing about this garment is that it cooperates well and easy with anything you throw at it – jeans, dress pants, skirts, shorts, and look different every time. Plus, there is an air of casual sophistication to it, and you’ll never look over or underdressed when rocking a white shirt.

A touch of edge

It’s no secret that a woman should definitely own a mini dress, a few of them for that matter. However, they don’t all have to be ‘regular’ and fit the norm. Sometimes you need to shake things up and spice up your wardrobe with an alternative fashion piece that will definitely stop traffic. The pin up retro style is a great way to go, not just because the pin up girl style is gaining momentum as we speak, but also because it carries an innocently sexy vibe with it. The lesson is, forget the sheer romantic dresses for now, and look for something sweet with an edge, with cute and strange prints, and of course, don’t forget a belt to emphasize that waistline.

Stand out

Yes, yes, we all love our ankle boots, and for a good reason – they’re comfortable yet chic and have the ability to elevate even the most casual of outfits. However, aren’t you a bit tired of the same old choice you make season after season? You know what we’re talking about, you always go for regular black or camel ones. Well, it’s time to get creative and give your feet some love with a pair of boots equally comfortable but way more fun and interesting. The tortoiseshell heel, pearl-embellished racing stripes, or a satin bootie with a cool angular block – take your pick and make everyone take note of what’s happening south of your ankles.

The indulgent item

Not to bring Tim Gunn’s name again, but we’re going to. Contrary to what you may believe, bags aren’t just meant for carrying your things, and sometimes, like now, you simply need to splurge on a bag that you definitely don’t need but you want it nonetheless. This is your indulgent item, to splurge away. Of course, we’re talking about the ‘just because’ mini bag. It can barely hold some cash, a lipstick and your phone, but you want it anyway because it’s gorgeous and makes a statement. It can be a quirky geometric clutch, or something featuring pixels. It doesn’t really matter what it is exactly, just as long as it’s quirky and plain fun.

Always know what time it is

Gals tend to shy away from watches, following the notorious Carrie Bradshaw mantra of being charmingly late. Well, newsflash, no one appreciates being kept waiting, so one of the items that need to be on your wrist every time you leave the house is a watch. We’re not going to tell you what kind it should be, choose one based on your personal style, although you can’t make a mistake with gold or rose gold.

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