STYLE INSPIRATION FROM LONDON FASHION WEEK SPRING/SUMMER 2022

 

London spring/summer 2022 collections reflected too the ongoing optimism we are all for! Mmmm…

British fashion codes; such as underground, androgen, Victorian, punk, and edgy vibes where present as expected; but there were extra dosis of lovely fantasy; plenty of color, delightful playfulness, femininity, and romantic airs. No matter our tastes and style; the British houses delivered. 

Here some lovely inspirations to consider… 

REFRESHED PUNK

Super stylish punk vibes in head-to-toe black leather, with overload of spikes and metal detailing. (Richard Quinn)

ULTRA HIGH-RISE

Cool, stylish ultra high-rise bottoms; many paired with sensual bra-like or cropped tops, and tailored jackets. (Nensi Dojaka) 

RUCHED CURVE-HUGGING DRESSES

Sexy ruching played in body-hugging dresses. Many showing cool asymmetrical lines; strings and cutouts. (Self-portrait)

DECONSTRUCTED BACKS

Sensual, feminine deconstructed backs, softly revealing skin. (Roland Mouret) 

ANDROGEN

Men-inspired power suits and shirts with tailored but easy-fits. Specially divine, those monochromatic outfits. (Victoria Beckham) 

DENIM SETS

Denims sets with pants or skirts (including mini ones); in classic, tie-dye or acid wash; and touches of urban art graffitis. (Mark Fast)

HEAD-TO-TOE FLORALS

From casual to high-fashion outfits in wonderful floral prints and patterns; including regal dresses and tailored suits. (Emilia Wickstead)

SUPERB KNITS

Spectacular knitted pieces with artful detailing, XL silhouettes, and great textures; either in tamed tones or in a multichromatic feast. (Roksanda)

GEOMETRIC PRINTS

Fresh multicolor, geometric, retro-inspired prints on head-to-toe looks. (Duro Olowu)

PLEATS

Monochromatic or color-blocked beautiful pleated dresses and separates in wonderful diverse tones. (Huishan Zhang)

HOT PINK SEQUINS 

Great and loud pink sequins, brilliantly played on standout looks. (David Koma)

BRODERIE ANGLAIS

Sweet, lady-like dresses, mostly midi or long; in timeles eyelet fabric; some with multiple tiers, ruffles, or strings for extra-charm. (Erdem)

Next stop, beautiful Milan…

Life is a runway!

Much love,

Gaby

*Pics are not mine. They belong to Vogue Runway App and its superb collaborators. 

SOME INSPIRATION FROM NEW YORK FASHION WEEK SPRING/SUMMER 2022...

 

Fashion weeks are on! Yeah! It is not only about new fashion proposals (that we certainly adore); this time it feels very much like keeping our spirits up, alive, and of course; living a joyful stylish life. 

NY Spring/Summer 2022 collections looked delightful. There were plenty of familiar silhouettes and vibes; but still a lot of freshness. Confort was a key element, but fun and optimism were there all along. From minimal, to super feminine, to romantic, to edgy… Just ‘delicious’! 

RUFFLED

Lovely ruffles on strategic places; where asymmetry was almost a constant. Some small and discrete, others more theatrical. Specially beautiful were those seeing in fabulous power-suits. (Christian Siriano)

CROCHET FASCINATION 

Artsy crochet dresses, separates, coordinated sets and cute details, with charming ethnic airs. Either in calm tones our pretty loud ones. (Gabriela Hearst)

FOLDED WAIST

High-rise, folded, asymmetrical waists; many accompanied by standout extras pockets and multi-buttons. (3.1 Phillip Lim)

RICH KNITS

Gorgeous knitted sweaters, capes, dresses and sets (many with cropped tops and bras); showing off their lovely craftsmanship. (Alejandra Alonso Rojas)

SWEET MIX-MATCHING

Wonderful prints and patterns; playfully as well as stylishly combined; resulting on feminine or artsy looks. (Ulla Johnson)

TIE-DYE

Cheerful Tie-dye came back to stay. In head-to-toe sporty looks, casual, and even glamorous  ensembles. (Jason Wu)

THE SUITS + BRA

Great power-suits paired with sensual, but still sophisticated, bras or cropped tops; in tamed or vibrant hues and prints. (Boss)

TRIBAL AIRS

Wonderful dresses, separates and accessories with ethnic-inspired fabrics, materials, detailing, and supreme craftsmanship. (Altuzarra)

SHREDDED HEMS

Artful shredded hems, either in bands, strings or fringes; in a variety of materials, shine, and textures; on coats, capes, dresses and separates. (Johathan Simkhai)

LAYERING WITH PAILLETTES 

Unexpected, charming layering using beautiful paillettes. A great way to bring ensembles to higher sophisticated levels. (3.1 Phillip Lim)

PINK LAYERING

Pink in all its hues was very populars. The way it was played on full monochromatic ensembles looked specially fantastic. (Michael Kors Collection)

COLORFUL METALLICS

Loud and gorgeous disco-ready metallic pieces and ensembles; in fabulous bright mix-matching tones. (Tom Ford)

INFLATED SLEEVES

Ballon-like exaggerated sleeves; either on casual tops and frocks or magnificent elegant night gowns. (Carolina Herrera)

Life is a runway! 

Next Stop…. London.

Much love,

Gaby

*Pictures are not mine. They belong to Vogue Runway fabulous app and its collaborators.