“Trend” is the ambiguous word that encapsulates the events of each fashion week. There are almost endless trends being presented at a each fashion week – many of which will probably never reach the streets – but for New York Fashion Week Spring/Summer 2016, here is a pick of the most prominent trends.
The Swinging 60s – The decade that brought us the mod style was spotted as an injection in many collections during New York Fashion Week. Style icons such as Edie Sedgewick were brought to mind when viewing many A-line shift dresses in a variety of prints and colors, like at Karen Walker, where it was in acid washed denim paired with oversized round sunglasses. However, the color orange was the comeback of the season, seen among others emphasizing a 1960s inspired romper from Edun. Orange may not be the new black, but in Spring 2016 it’s closing in.
The cold shoulder – From chunky knit sweaters as seen at Prabal Gurung to flowy dresses at Rebecca Minkoff or Derek Lam and tops at Mara Hoffman, it seemed as though nude shoulders in combination with a higher collar is the silhouette of the season. It generates a sensual feeling with little exposure and is therefore a perfect partner in crime for the layered effect.
The sleep-walker – Those of us who have ever had the nightmare of walking around town in our pajamas can relinquish the fear. Looks that could double as sleepwear were seen on NY runways – stylish and fashionable sleepwear but sleepwear it was nonetheless. At Diane von Furstenberg a slouchy suit reminiscent of a belted two piece pajamas was presented. By adding the right accessories and a more luxurious material, the creation could easily be worn night and day. At Tibi a one piece jumpsuit illustrated elegant and sporty comfort while still making a nod to the sand man in its beige color palette.
Victoria Edman
