The Spring Summer ’21 international runways were clearly divided between comfort dressing and the maximalist nature of the new normal. From ground-breaking florals to the classic LBD, ELLE’s fashion editor Zoha Castelino goes trend-spotting. Here are the seven fresh trends she loved this season.
1. Florals
Image credits: Badgley Mischka, Marchesa
Image credits: La DoubleJ, Christian Siriano, Christopher John Rogers,
Think Bridgerton gone wild. Flowers in delicate pastels, to vivacious and loud, to psychedelic and trip-worthy, we saw every variation.
2. Pastels
Image credit: Acne Studios, Altuzarra, Tods
Image credit:Hugo Boss, Alexander McQueen
Imagine summer through rose-tinted glasses. Soft, romanticised pieces of lilac, seafoam green, baby blue and mint to help cool down the mood and the weather.
3. The LBD
Image credits: Carolina Herrera, Lanvin
Image credits: Threeasfour, Michael Kors
This li’l number saw a clear reinvention, thanks to several modern shapes and patterns. It created a window for designers to experiment and play with classic, key wardrobe pieces.
4. Comfort-Chic
Image credits: Miu Miu, Dior
Image credits: Brunello Cucinelli, Louis Vuitton
Lounging indoors was made a breeze, with loose, comfy silhouettes. Exactly what the season calls for.
5. Tie-Dye
Image credits: Angel Chen, Tom Ford
Image credits: MSGM, Gabriela Hearst
A favourite of the 60’s flower child, tie-dye made a comeback on the runways. We’re going beyond the classic t-shirt and making way for beautifully dyed fabrics.
6. Bold Prints
Image credits: Vivienne Tam, Raf Simons, Duro Olowu
A polar opposite from the soft pastels were the bold and unabashedly loud prints. The outfits screamed for attention; not a chance you’d go unnoticed in one of these.
7. Sheer Fashion
Image credits: Andrew Gn Burberry
Scorching up the ramps, these delicate garments are a delight! Leaving little to the imagination but a lot to yearn after.
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