Runway Report

By Ian Grafvonluxburg, Sofia Naranjo, Kanika Talwar

BARE IT ALL

Last season, it was all about a bold shoulder to help us perfectly stay six feet apart from each other. But this season, the winds have changed with vaccines finally here. We’re all eager to roll up our sleeves for a shot, and designers are aware of that. Schiaparelli took it literally by showing multiple leather bodices and corsets with no sleeves. Blumarine and Marni lowered their necklines to accentuate both collarbones and shoulders. If showing your shoulders is too scandalous, you can always style something similar to looks on Balmain’s or Coperni’s runways. A strappy shoulder moment is always appropriate too. Versace and Oscar de la Renta showed delicate strappy moments, which are a light choice for a fall collection. Whether you want one shoulder, both shoulders, or something in between, as long as they are exposed, you’ll be ready for your vaccine. Maybe it’s all the PPE that we’ve gotten used to over the past year, but gloves were a major staple this past fashion month. Prada led the way, not only with gloves, but with a glove/fanny-pack hybrid that is perfect for storing hand sanitizer and an extra face mask. Brands like Miu Miu and Altuzarra opted for a softer approach, giving us versions that were covered in fur or completely knitted. Schiaparelli could have possibly shown the best glove this season, with a version that serves as a scarf, a hood to wear over your head, and a pair of gloves. In case you want to maximize the versatility of your gloves, Daniel Roseberry has you covered.

A bold twist

Designers usually showcase pops of colors in their S/S collections, which is why showing them for autumn is a total game-changer. This fashion month, the runways and presentations showed a burst of color in the form of bold prints and patterns. Dries van Noten gave us his signature rich-colored prints, which are still very on-trend for chillier months. Marine Serre, who has famously branded herself with a crescent moon pattern, not only carried that over into her fall runway but also layered it over and under yards of paisley print. This season, Loewe made a striking statement with the oversized, bold prints that Creative Director, Jonathan Anderson, put on coats, pants, and even sweaters. When you’re dressing this fall, make sure you grab something that absolutely screams.

Keeping It Cozy

Although knits are already a big fall staple, knitwear was showcased everywhere, quite literally. Knitted skirts, knitted crop tops, knitted accessories, cable knits, rib knits—you name it. There is almost no way to go wrong when trying out this trend. Fuzzy knits were the go-to choice for designers like Kim Jones at Dior Homme and Jonny Johansson from Acne Studios. Some collections, such as Louis Vuitton and Brunello Cucinelli, gave us up-to-date versions of a classic cardigan, because who doesn’t love a chic version of grandma’s favorite jacket. If you can’t decide how to incorporate knits into your closet, do what Self-Portrait did and make your entire outfit a knitted look!