WOMENSWEAR SS2016: It-shoes of the season

You might still be rocking your Stan Smith sneakers (and that is A-OK), but it’s about time to switch things up a bit. Summer season is just around the corner and a new season asks for some fresh footwear. Towering high or flat as a pancake, simple and sober or accessorized to the max; there’s a shoe trend to match every style. Let us walk you through it.

From silver lining to silver shoes. Sky high as seen at Gucci or fiercely pointed as shown by Givenchy. You’re bound to feel like a princess. And you know what..these shoes are made to hit the dancefloor!

Word on the street is Western booties are having a major moment. Just look at how Marc Jacobs, Derek Lam and Céline interpreted the trend. Some daisy dukes and an off shoulder ruffled top to match and you’re good to go.

At Gucci and MiuMiu the high heels were an absolute shoe party. Proving you can think out of the box with shoe details like studs, buckles and bright colors. Shoe statement!

Comfort first with the geisha inspired sandals Dolce & Gabbana, Chanel and Chloé introduced. Decorated with colourful pompoms or worn with socks; hello Huarache girls!

Living on the edge gets a whole new meaning with the platform shoes Chanel, Stella Mc Cartney, Versace and Dries van Noten designed. The ultimate footwear to add a few extra centimers and act as if you have legs for daysz.

Cool kids Calvin Klein and Tommy Hilfiger (who else?!) are sticking with the urban sneaker style. Whether clean or given a colourful update the white sneaker still has what it takes.

Balansé and Élevé; better work on your ballet dancing skills if you want to rock Miu Miu’s latest it-shoes. And if you’re up for some ankle ribbons a tight body to match is the next step. Tutu!

So, now you know what shoes to match your summer wardrobe. Which ever style you opt for, just have a little fun with it. The summer is yours!

WOMENSWEAR SS2016: get your freakum dress on

‘Hold out your back. Time to impress. Pull out your freakum dress.‘ Beyoncé already knew what she was talking -we mean: singing- about back in 2009. And surely every woman knows what a dress can do for her. Especially in summer. And with the temperatures rising, it’s time to put that freakum dress on. But which one? The options this season are countless (and sooooo good!). Wether it’s for a summer wedding, holiday or weekend and date night. Let’s just say: dresses you want to live when it’s hot outside. What better than finding that dress you can just throw on, and you’re ready to go (sounds like a perfect solution if you’re always late, right?!) Choose for fluidity (Calvin Klein), longer lengths (Victoria Beckham), minimalism (Jil Sander), ruffles (Michael Kors), kaftan style (Missoni) and nothing beats a bold colour dress (Ralph Lauren) on a tanned skin. Or what about the bikini-ish dress from thakoon? It’s the best of both worlds. We foresee a great number of women wearing this stuff. So tell us, who’s that hot child in the city, running wild and looking pretty…

MENSWEAR TREND ss2016: Just Drop It

When it comes to hemlines in the womenswear department they seem to change a bit every year; rising and dropping in line with the latest trends. This year menswear shorts are doing the same thing. Hemlines are dropping and long shorts seem to dominate the SS2016 menswear image. Balmain, Armani and Dsquared are just a few of the brands covering the longer short for summer. Yet the fact that they’re all at knee length might be just about the one thing those shorts have in common. Animal printed (Coach), bright pink (Dsquared), double layered (Balmain), baby blue and 7/8 (Emporio Armani); more is a bore doesn’t apply here. They came in heavy; leather look (and some palmtrees) at Dsquared and suede at Fendi, silky: at Philip Lim and Dolce & Gabbana, sophisticated; Gucci and Jil Sander and ultra casual; Long and Kenzo. Proof that you can go either way with this year’s summer short. Whether office ready or beach bound; any man should be able to smoothly work the short into this season’s wardrobe. And most importantly: have a little fun while he’s at it. Donatella Versace is showing just how that is done, sending out her male models in head to toe lilac looks, shorts worn over trousers. Out of the box, indeed!

P.S. For those who will never give into the man wearing shorts-trend: just drop it. Hermes, Neil Barett, Walter van Beirendock, Haider Ackermann, Valentino, Thom Browne and Saint Laurent skipped shorts all along this season.

P.S.2 For those guys who prefer showing a little more leg we’ve got a trend report on extra short shorts (by the likes of Gucci, Louis Vuitton and Prada) coming up in two weeks.

BEAUTY TREND SS2016: Special Effect

Do not try this at home. Some of the most outstanding beauty looks of this season might have been the icing on the cake of an incredible runway outfit, in real life they won’t have the same special effect. Not only will you run the risk of looking ridiculous, you won’t even be able to recreate those beauty extravaganzas by yourself. DIY is a no go. We admit, those quilted smokey eyes looked to die for on Kendall Jenner, Gigi and Bella Hadid. But since we already have a hard time drawing a smooth eyeliner we won’t even go there. Same goes for the bright colored fantasy eye make-up at Fendi. On the runway it was a success, in the streets it’s bound to turn out as a mess. The full on glitter faces we spotted at Burberry and Julien McDonald sure had us inspired for any upcoming glamorous partay, although we will not go all the way like the make-up artists did backstage. Their was one crazy beauty trend we can actually try at home. Thanks to the launch of Armani Beauty’s red mascara (Black Ecstasy) we can now actually try out those red eyelashes we spotted at the Emporio Armani show. Of course in a more subtle way. Oh and we’ll keep in mind those (kinda scary) doll eyes the models at Dorhout Mees were sporting. They might just turn this year’s Halloween appearance into a hit.

WOMENSWEAR SS2016: The metallic movement

You could think of this as something that belongs to glitzy granny’s in Advanced Style, Lady Gaga or ’10 outfits Only Samantha Jones Can Wear’. But as a matter of fact, shiny gold fabric and metallics are a huge trend (ever since 2014) and seem to make a lasting impression. Although it feels like a throwback to the 80’s, don’t be scared, cause the metallic trend is less space man and over the top than you might think. It’s actually more out of this world. That means: modern, classy and sophisticated. Even sexy.

It’s becoming more and more versatile and it can be as simple as teaming a metallic skirt or trousers with a simple white shirt for a less boring everyday look (looking at you Loewe). Or have a look at Chanel on how to add a metallic shoe, purse or hand glove (how Michael Jackon can it be) to your outfit. Bright metallic accessories is a proper and easy way to add a a little va-va-voom. And literally shine all night with all the girls wearing a sparkly metallic (slip)dress (check check, Saint Laurent). And if, if you dare to take it up another notch, show your wild side with Prada’s golden lips. How sassy! All else there’s left is just a bunch of confidence.

The Kingpins Show Hong Kong

After Amsterdam and New York Hong Kong is the capital of denim for two days. In the Innocentre mills and denim-related companies present their latest products and innovations to (denim)professionals in the industry.

WOMENSWEAR TREND SS2016: Ponytail Plus

Sure, the clothes are very important during fashion week. But no finishing business without the hair. A woman prizes her hair over anything else. It’s like a big cream cake that needs some strawberries to top it off, right? Luckily, the majority of hair and beauty trends are surprisingly easy to pull off (woohoo!), like the upgraded ponytail.

We know the classic ponytail for years and years now. It’s something our mothers loved giving us to dress up with. Nothing new about that. But this season we see many different spins on this golden oldie. Because same shit, different day, it makes you bored out of your mind. The great thing about ponytails is that it’s pretty easy to DIY and still make you look completely different ánd sophisticated. So how to upgrade the usual ponytail? You have several options. According to Oscar de la Renta and Dior, add a classic fabric accessory ASAP. Just a simple ribbon around it can do the trick. Want something more classy and high fashion, opt for Balmain’s high, slick variation. And Marni, Miu Miu, and Chanel only had one important question: why stick to one when you can have two? Bring in the double tails gals! Although it’s a risky look, because it might result in something really girly and youthful, there are enough examples of how to pull it off as an adult. And with the daring make-up looks and likewise attitude, it wasn’t even close to girlish. It was actually le freak c’est chic.

Hong Kong street (fashion) life

The team is visiting Hong Kong this week and is covering the Kingpins Show the coming days. But first we needed to explore the city ourselves. We’re fascinated by the colorful signs, the 24h bubble, the skyline by night and of course we could not end the day without shooting some streetfashion.

 

STREETSTYLE TREND SS2016: IN DA HOOD(IE)

They’ve never really been gone, but on a fashion level hoodies are making a huuuge comeback. Transforming from the ultimate sportswear item (or the best Netflix & chill sweater, if you will) to the chicest outerwear piece of the season. The fact that hoodies are all the rage this season might have something to do with Vetements’ popularity and their focus on this strong streetwear piece. Yet there’s no need to pay over 500 euros to look as cool as Rihanna and Kanye did in their Vetements hoodies. Even one of those oversized, worn out hoodies you still have in your closet might do the trick. Or think about old school sportswear hoodies by Champion, Fila or Adidas. You can even pick one by your favorite artist/band. It’s the attitude that matters most, you know! Besides that a stiff hood and extra long slevees help create the right vibe. Hide yourself a little, act like your camera shy. It’s even okay to put it over your head. It’s what the cool kids are doing. The hoodie combines very well with jackets, trenches and coats. And just like that a grey melange hoodie paired with a woollen camel coat can be the chicest thing. Looking savvy was never this comfy. Question is: are you in da mood?

MENSWEAR TREND ss2016: Gettin’ beggy with it

When it comes down to menswear trends you need to know for spring, this one definitely needs to be included. The baggy trouser (or wide-legged pants) was always shining through the mens collections and have been making a slow but definite return on the men’s catwalk for the past few seasons. It’s having its big big breakthrough with a vast majority of designers showing loosened-up silhouettes. And by that we mean not only smaller companies, but the actual big boys. Giorgio Armani, Etro, Fendi, Versace, Yamamoto, Lanvin, Raf Simons and Bally. Not only in casual ensembles, but also in a suiting and shorts. Comfort is playing a major role right now, with the hems becoming lower and wider. Why always in tight and skinny jeans, seems to be the question. In the end, wide-leg pants have always been one of the most important staples in men’s style history. From Russian troops till Sinatra in the 1950s.

It’s like bringing sexy back (thank you Justin), but in a new and different way. We know, take a deep breath, because it may sound scary and it won’t be the most easy and comfortable trend to integrate for a lot of men, but all these baggy trousers are really important for the development and change of men’s style. Make sure it has a high waist so you won’t look overweight or seem to drown in it. And make sure that you wear on top is either cropped or slim, so it balances each other out. It may feel uncertain at first, but wide-legged trousers are more wearable than you can probably imagine.

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