As Fashion Month is currently buzzing across Europe, planning for everything we’ll wear next winter, we’re much more curious to see which trends will persist throughout the year. With that in mind, we’ve reached out to three fashion authorities from Nordstrom, Net-A-Porter, and Bloomingdales for a full prediction of the year ahead, giving us a sneak peek at the biggest hits of 2020 styles to source, as well as the two trends they are leaving behind over the past decade here.
Colored leather (real and fake)
We have seen colorful leather take over the Spring 2020 runways, from the deep blues and purples of Sies Marjan to the luxurious forest green pieces of Khaite. According to Erica Russo, vice president and fashion accessories and beauty director at Bloomingdales, this trend shows no signs of slowing down in 2020.
Russo points out that a rainbow range of styles, both real and fake, should be one of the biggest ready-to-wear trends of the year.
As more designers opt for animal-free versions, especially those with an ethical and sustainable focus (take Nanushka, for example), this trend is evident.
The puffed sleeve
If you have any doubts that the puff sleeve is about to come out, think again. While runway iterations tend to ‘go big or go home’ – just take anything from buzzing Copenhagen-based designer Cecilie Bahnsen – there are plenty of less intimidating styles suited to the newcomer to. puffed sleeves.
For all body types, it is also a flattering style.
’90s knitwear
Libby Page, senior fashion editor at Net-A- Carry says, “We’ve seen the ’90s dominate the runways for Spring 2020, and the pre-fall collections show no sign of this trend going nowhere.”
He’s got stamina too, as the ultimate ’90s It-Girl proves.
The square-toe boot
Speaking of the ’90s, the square toe is set to be the biggest shoe trend of 2020. We first fell in love with the square sandal last season, but as Russo points out, it has. eventually reached the general public. This off-season trend becomes the right cold weather for fall in the form of boots of all heights. Russo especially likes the knee-high styles from brands like Ganni and Wandler while we like the more wearable look of the ankle boot, which pairs well with dresses and jeans.
Prairie Romance
As Nordstrom’s Senior Fashion Director Shannon Schafer points out, prairie-inspired pieces with an air of romance should be a wardrobe staple. – dress throughout the year. “There is power in the pretty this season. The modest dress silhouettes offer sensual volume and comfort with wide lengths, high collars and long sleeves, ”she tells us.
Taking shape in Victorian-inspired dresses and blouse, Page credits Greta Gerwig and her adaptation of Little Women with the trend’s growing popularity. throughout this year’s collections.
We see these dreamy pieces in a variety of patterns and textures – there’s the lacy numbers from Zimmermann’s Spring 2020 collection, the sheer neon lights offered by Mara Hoffman, and plenty of animal prints from Ganni – but Schafer said that flowers are the main prints for this silhouette.
The day clutch
The clutch is having a major moment, and the micro bag is getting its money’s worth. From soft pouches to more structured shapes, to handles or without handles, this style of bag goes beyond formal wear.
Russo the named “essential”. have the article ”of 2020.
Shorts of all proportions
Is the year 2020, we ditch skirts for shorts? According to Russo, this may be the case. Shorts are generally considered exclusive in spring and summer, but Russo sees the trend continuing throughout the year for 2020.
Solid jumpsuit with a feminine touch
Costume lovers, rejoice: the bespoke ensemble is officially here to stay for 2020, and this year it takes on a more feminine vibe. Schafer adds that the focus on the waist, along with soft materials such as crisp silk, linen and cottons, “will change the masculine look of a blazer.”
We’ve seen such feminine suits like Alexander McQueen, Altuzarra, and Dolce & Gabbana for spring, and expect to see this trend follow fall and winter in the form of lush jacquards, tweeds, and embroidered silks.
Modern folk
According to Schafer, this year, the bohemian trend is taking on a modern folk twist. She says, “Hints of craftsmanship and folklore evoke a rustic romance.” Think: light dresses and blouses with delicate embroidery, cashmere prints and eyelet fabrics.
This modern hippie trend translates easily in the cooler months, in the form of chunky crochet knitwear and quilted outerwear.
Are you not totally attached to the folk-bohemian look? Schafer suggests contrasting these pieces with more sturdy work clothes.
OUT – Logomania
With all these new styles, what to leave behind in 2019? Russo and Page believe that one trend no longer has its place in fashion this year: logomania.
That doesn’t necessarily mean it’s time to ditch our Fendi Zucca prints or Dior saddlebags (we never could!), But expect to see a shift towards more streamlined silhouettes, solid colors, and more patterns. quiet.
OUT – Matrix sunglasses
According to Page, we are saying goodbye to “Matrix sunglasses,” the slim ’90s frames that became popular during the little sunglasses revival. Instead, Page recommends buying oversized aviators. She says, “As fashion becomes practical, so do your frames.” Also, she says, “These styles are the new forms of glasses that will actually protect you from the sun.” 2020, the year of practicality.
