DIRECTIONS BY
KEY
SILHOUETTES
AND DETAILS
FALL/WINTER 2017-18
As we conclude Fall/Winter 2017 trends, we
turn our attention onto silhouettes and details
that have proven to be paramount this season
as per the international runways. F/W 2017-18
offered us a generous glimpse into the future of
the fashion industry, at the same time drawing
our consideration back over our details from the
bygone days of bold and poised fashion theatrics.
The See-Now-Buy-Now strategy sat balanced
alongside wondrous adaptations of the imaginative
creative. The former aims at reducing the gap in the
market by launching collections up for sale as soon
as they stroll off the runway whilst the latter involves
artful appreciation and guided consideration for
purchase – this season had it all.
The shoulders get bigger and the jackets get
shorter – exaggeration is the name of the game
as puffed up sleeves and padded jackets make a
comeback. Cropped jackets – bomber, varsity or
puffer – take your pick.
Accentuated midriffs that are tied, knotted, cinched
or belted make a case for robe-like silhouettes
through wrap jackets, blazers and dresses.
Flares mellow down a bit, and menswear-inspired
garments take centre stage, channelling in the
bold, independent ‘boss-babe’ vibe.
In a nutshell, Fall/Winter 2017-18 is entirely about
expertly executed collections that emphasize
skilled craftsmanship bringing about historical
references as inspiration for trends to come.
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