Season Trendboard

 

 autumn/winter 2008

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Here it all is in a nutshell to help you get your wardrobes right for the autumn/winter.

Brights

Strong paintbox colours  A trend that encapsulates every part of this season’s fashion…
Bold prints, large abstract floral, geometric patterns, esoteric designs.
Mix and matching – vintage/rock-n-roll.
Modern architectural shapes, eccentric finishes, textures
Audacious punk and rock-chic combines heavy black-on-colour.

Glamorous sportswear – reinvented puffer jackets, parkers – body emphasis.
Alluring eveningwear – volume, Jewelled shimmering colours and fabrications.

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Modern

Monochrome, charcoal grey, accent colours – burnt orange, tomato red, aubergine, navy.

Softer greys, flesh tones, silver and pewter.

Bold statements, Military accents, cutting edge silhouettes - ultra simplicity.

Big sixties bell and cocoon shapes.

Pencil skirts, slim trousers, power suits.

Structure and power dressing.

Masculine shapes thrown together with the ultra feminine.

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Luxurious

Glamour and opulence

Colourways are either bold or very soft.
Boldness comes in full-on sequins and high shine effects; rich jewel colours – fuchsia, purple, navy and royal blues in sumptuous fabrics – duchess satin, raw silks, stretch satin, organza velvet and lace.

Simple modern sixties shifts and tunics through to full glamour gowns and evening coats.

A newer softer feel comes in the form of an almost medieval makeover – soft draping, capes robe-like shapes. Elongated silhouettes and ‘understated shimmer’ – soft earthy colours old-golds and pewters.

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Traditional

Outdoor style and country house weekends dictate part of this look. Tartans, novelty plaids, tweeds and other wovens combined with luxury fabrics – satins, cashmere, leather and suede.
There is a modern feel with more structured cuts and quirky detailing - ‘Brideshead Revisited’ updated.

Folkloric inspiration comes into this as well. Dirndl skirts, folksy prints – fringing and embroidery.
Strongest profile comes with a Russian/Asian feel but other influences also show through.

 

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