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Gucci
Valentino
Miu Miu
A tribute to nerdy cool, the vibe is fashionable in an awkward way, with schoolgirl naïveté and a playful mix of print and pattern. An ingénue with an eccentric side, she’s the one who looks like she shops at estate sales and vintage stores. The offbeat sensibility of Wes Anderson’s Margot Tenenbaum and Gucci’s Pre-Fall collection are the inspiration and influence for this look. The new vintage prepster is retro-inspired but redefined for the modern trendsetter.
»» Mix and match styling, ladylike silhouettes, unabashedly retro »» Layering of playful furs, boyfriend blazers, shrunken pullover and grandpa cardigans »» Feminine jumpers and dresses, blouses, shirting, structured trousers and skirts »» Sheers, silks, lace, ruffles, bows, pleats and novelty yarns »» Clashing prints, plaids, wallpaper patterns, playful florals »» Eclectic combos and a collision of color palettes: pastels, electric brights & nostalgic tones »» Oversized eyewear, long skinny scarves, structured bags, beret and bowler hats, cluster pins, knee-high socks, oxfords, loafers and Mary Janes
Saint Laurent
Rebecca Taylor
Saint Laurent
The rock Goddess pays homage to young musicians and Sunset Strip, where day-to-night dressing has no boundary. Alternative sounds inspire edge and individuality, reinventing punk attitude and grunge style with a mixture of skin-baring and effortlessly worn-in looks, with a no-holds bar on mix and match style. Itching to be the Saint Laurent girl, retro with a twist and a bit of tomboy spunk, and the music scene is ingrained in this L.A. eccentric style.
»» Skin-baring sheer layers, lingerie worn as a daywear, layered with chiffon and lace »» Hard and soft combined: leather, suede, fur, feminine wovens, crinkle silks and lace »» Denim is distressed, worn-in, vintage-inspired, patchworking, iron-ons and fabric play, skinny and girlfriend fits »» Moto jackets, nylon flight bombers, chunky knits, men’s shirting, graphic tees, ’90s slip dresses and sheer skirting »» Stripes, dots, stars, animal prints and moody florals »» Black, metallics, white, grays, shades of blue, red and purple »» Bandanas, neckerchiefs, septum rings, metal statement necks, chokers, leather jewelry, slouchy beanies, ankle booties and lug soles
Baja East
Prabal Gurung
Tibi
Loungewear and cozy classics for lazy weekends and everyday comfort living are the wardrobe staples of the weekender. Casual basics reinvented as fashionwear through cut-outs, new shapes, luxury fabrications and feminine influence do not shy away from being statement-making pieces. Minimal, chic and effortlessness, she’s aware that the new normal is styled to ingrain ease. Athleisure, a marriage of sport influence, luxury and knit dressing feed her desire for the best that coziness and comfort has to offer.
»» Knits are key, worn head-to-toe, mixture of weight and texture both in sweater and tee fabrications »» Soft Tencel and chambray, ease and movement play back together »» Light layers for buy-now-wear-now, a range of tee and sweater silhouettes »» Ribbed and textured knits: bodysuits, dresses, two-piece sets, fitted tops, mock turtlenecks, skirts and pants »» Stripes and playful graphics, statement verbiage, colorblocking and tie-dye »» Neutral tones consisting of winter whites, shades of gray and black
ChloĂŠ
Rodarte
ChloĂŠ
A collection of heirloom pieces, statement-making and eclectic items reinterpret the bohemian style. The gypset continues to mix and match nomadic themes and retro influences, updated by Victorian drama and worldly motifs. She is a muse for carefree opulence and folk fashion, layering modern silhouettes with a fall fairytale of magical prints and handcrafted embroideries. This timeless free-spirit is forever changing, but never strays from her true feminine identity.
»» Layering is key, a mixture of texture, color and print »» Femme dresses and poet blouses, Victorian-inspired, sheers, lace, ruffles, tie-necks, exposed shoulders, billowy sleeves, cutouts, wraps, slits and a play on hem length »» Fringe, embellishment, hardware, patchwork and handcrafted details »» Pattern mixing: world of interiors, folkloric, new tribal, worldly motifs and vintage florals »» Rich textures and fabrications, jacquards, tapestry, leather, velvet, suede, fur, soft wovens and retro-inspired rigid denim »» A kaleidoscope of heirloom colors, tapestry-inspired, bold spice tones, soft nudes, femme blushes and jewel tints »» Statement ears and necks, silk scarves, patchwork handbags, vintage-inspired pins, handcrafted jewelry, suede fringe accessories, ankle and O-T-K boots
ChloĂŠ
Coach
Rebecca Minkoff
Fireside nights, dreamy campsites and chilly mornings. The outdoors is interpreted for open-air adventures and city strolling, perfect for a weekend off or everyday casual living. Grab your friends and map an off-the-grid trail with laid-back escapade dressing, where less is more in an understated yet earthy style. Boy-meets-girl dressing with hints of rustic androgyny mix with girly comfort. Rugged denim, cozy knits and utilitarian influences redefine the pioneer spirit.
»» Classics redefined, handcrafted denim, shirting and luxe knits »» Layers of ribbed knits, thermals, shearling, corduroy, plaid flannels, chunky sweaters, blanket wraps and retro denim »» Completer pieces: outerwear, jackets, vests and oversized sweaters »» Urban style influenced by utilitarian, heritage and the outdoors, all with femme comfort »» Plaids, tribals, camo and textural pattern play »» Autumn and campsite-inspired outdoorsy colors: browns, tans, greens, blues, burgundy and creamy whites »» Blanket scarves, beanies and layering pieces, sherpa bags and boots, weekender bags, timberland and combat styles