January 2020 Edition Apparel January 2020 issue | Page 87

@International Show number r redefined elegance. A sack dress with a navy bo bodice and horizontal stripes embodies coolness; and a metallic red raincoat with a stand-up collar and an asymmetrical closure ensured that the autumn rain will not pose as hindrance. A shorter version of the same red offering, however, would be an ideal option for r casual wear. Making for a relaxed silhouette, an ensemble le comprising grey knit balloon pants, a robe, and white tee was a great lounging choice. A few more innovative pieces were skirts with suspenders, a long-sleeved white blouse, tunics, an asymmetric jacket paired with printed nted pants, off-shoulder blouses, skivvies, micro- - shorts made of faux leather, long-sleeved polo-neck sweaters, and a camouflage-printed nted quilted coat, with each having been showcased cased by brands from across the globe. Q APPAREL At times, a striped tee with jeggings and long, velvet winter coat, a trench dress, and another in bright blue, once again ensured that the trench coat silhouette was much more than just a trend—an everlasting piece of clothing. A grey metallic version of the autumn coat was glitzy in its entirety; while a white, chequered A blue tie-up kimono dress had a contemporary feel; while e printed blouses, pants, and comfy and snug jackets made for ideal autumn wear. In addition, a poncho-style, fleecy blouse paired with a wrap skirt; a multi-coloured, chequered trench coat over skinny jeans; an orange long-sleeved woollen coat and a beige- and-white colourblocked trench coat was just right for the season. Evidently, there was a strong emphasis on the different types of trench coats that could be selected for the coming season. FASHION SPEAK I January 2020 I 85