We all catch the fashion houses runway shows and snaps of models looking striking – although let’s face it sometimes looking somewhat ridiculous – in the latest season’s trends. The runways job is primarily to inspire so we’ve taken it on as our job to help you transcend the runways and work the trends for everyday use. Move over models us more mortals can do it too.
CORSETS
First of all drop out the notion of 18th Century can’t breathe corsets, unsightly waist trainers and 90’s gothic, the modern corset is a million miles away from what it was and is making a huge comeback this season. We show you how to wear the season’s it trend to look more Gigi than Grandmother.
Gigi Hadid wears it well with a full length black satin corset over a long crisp white shirt and casual black jeans.
Add a girly and sophisticated edge to a utility duster jacket or dress with a ruffled edge corset for a structured look. This instantly jazzes up any Plain Coat or Dress.
Opt for a corset in a bold colour to stand out against a neutral colour tone or monochrome outfit like Kendall Jenner.
Dress down a statement corset with a pair of jeans and a simple plain T-shirt For a great everyday look.
Go for a mini corset to embrace the trend without looking OTT. This will work well on any short, midi or maxi dress.
SHEER
The see-through dress ruled supreme on this year’s runways. When the lines between party outfits and day-to-day looks are blurred, it can make us shudder to think how we can get away with embracing this risqué trend. Balletic ensembles at Molly Goddard and Dior reign supreme.
Maria Grazia Chiuri’s debut Dior haute couture collection shows us how to get it right. See-through, yet demure and zero flesh flashing.
FOR HIGH STREET LOOK TO TOPSHOP AND KAREN MILLEN WHO HAVE GREAT VERSIONS OF THE SHEER TREND.
This look is definitely for evening only and those that dare to bare.
Choose clever lace panelling over nude mesh for a stunning look that doesn’t overexpose..
Bella Hadid took the trend to the extreme at the Christian Dior ball. We salute the boxer briefs but the top was a little too see-through for our liking.
Molly Goddard’s tule skirts are a good way to embrace the see through trend without showing too much flesh. Fun, flirty and Sex and the City-esque.
Khloe Kardashian just about gets away with this sheer top and skirt ensemble in the day but we’d suggest saving this for a night on the town.
BANDANAS
Designer Pitti Uomo has cemented the return of the bandana for Summer 2017. Try a bandana headscarf with a smart suit or adapt the trend more casually with a minimalist shirt. To make bandanas feel like a fresher style trend, search for unexpected prints and colours.
Go all out cowboy with a bandana tied round the neck over a plain coloured shirt.
Be like singer Jason Mraz and rock a bandana with a suit for an edgy look. Tie the Bandana a thicker width than you would normally do and always leave the top button undone for a relaxed vibe.
Tie a bandana round your ankle for a heightened casual look.
Tupac wore it best in the 90’s with the bandana tied at the front. This trend is seeing a resurgence.
Tied round your wrist adds an instant colour splash to any outfit.
MILITARY
THE MILITARY INSPIRED FASHION LOOKS GOOD ON ALL MEN REGARDLESS OF AGE. CAMOUFLAGE, KHAKI AND MILITARY TAILORING IN PARTICULAR IS FIGHTING ITS WAY TO THE TOP OF THE STYLE STAKES THIS SUMMER WITH VALENTINO, GIVENCHY AND DRIES VAN NOTEN PIONEERING SOLDIER CHIC.
Neutral colour tones of grey, sand and khaki head to toe is a good yet subtle nod to the trend.
A beige or khaki shirt with with officer style lapels gives off a casual, off duty soldier look.
Desert Storm eat your heart out. Take the military trend to the extreme by pairing camouflage print tops ork jackets with white jeans (not sand) so as not to overkill the look.
We can’t leave out the officer coat, a military inspired staple that is investment worthy and looks good on anyone.
The staple military jacket – looks great thrown over a plain black T-Shirt and skinny leg jeans. Work this look with military boots for day or evening.
