All eyes were on NY Fashion Week after news broke it would be the last year the event will be held in the tents at Bryant Park, causing the industry to come out for one last hurrah. WWD predicted the F/W 2010 collections would be the key to lure shoppers back to spending. And will it? A back-to-basics approach always proves favorable for consumers and designers found ways to add a little extra something to the basics, from adding fur to leather coats to ruffles on a dress. Here’s a look at fall’s most important trends.
Citrus Colors
All the usual colors were present in fall’s collections including, black, white, gray, and taupe, but one of the biggest trends to come out of the week-long showing was the color yellow. Seen in hues ranging from bright lemon to deep mustard, yellow seems to be the color for the upcoming season.
Ruffles
Ruffles, a trend that has already made an appearance for spring 2010 continues way into the fall. Designers added ruffles to shirts, dresses and on jackets. It’s a great way to lighten up a look.
Leather
Most designers chose to implement the edgy fabric into their collections, but gave the material a softer, more sophisticated appeal. A perfect way to add the ‘cool’ factor to your wardrobe.
Fur
Fall 2010 will be the season of decadent furs that go beyond outerwear and are incorporated into fashion in a decidedly more progressive manner.
Shoulder Detail
Lots of shoulder pads, voluminous shoulder treatments, ruffled shoulder details and extended shoulder lines. Shoulder details came in such assortment that anyone should be able to find something great from this trend.
Cutouts
It’s all about showing a little skin without taking it too far. An understated yet sexy way to show skin, cutouts popped up allover the body, some with mesh or lace insets.
Layers
Designers embraced seasonless dressing. When in doubt, pile it on, and just see where it takes you.
