While we see all magazine and web flooded with fall women’s fashion, men’s have very little space for them. It’s a feel good factor that somewhere women’s are given priority. It also reminds me of an instance when one of the menswear designer suggested us that we should have a section dedicated to men’s only to later realize that he has started designing womenswear.

Coming on to fall men’s 2015, there is been some very key trends. Starting from looks this fall men’s are seen in beards even with glitters. Coming on to apparels fur had a very strong presence on the runways with 1970’s style ruled all over from flares to flyaway collars. There were double breasted pullovers, spec pants, turtleneck sweaters, unbalance long tee.

Coats fell just off the shoulder to give a slouchy, oversized vibe. Layering as always is the technique to keep you warm with trench over stitched liner over flannel. The most popular colors were grey, green, turquoise, and military, blue making rounds on the runways.

The key trends in Lingerie this fall diverge from 90s tomboy, graphic lace to peekaboo. Only after checking out this seasons Victoria’s show and several other leading designers collection, we come across some earthy colours mixed with sheer panels on offer.

While 90s trend ruled the forecast, as the waistband has become the talking point with embellishment and logos. Forget tight and uncomfortable pants, the consumer demand for loungewear is pushing retailers to create a new wave of underwear with a visible sports-inspired elastic band, remixed with an urban 90s twist, says WGSN.

Then there are also styles which are about alluding sensuality created with peek-a-boo openings.

With New Year and other festivities round the corner people are investing in Lace paired with jersey materials which is sporty, and insanely stylish. Sultry reds, seductive silks, pistachio to black lingerie sets are seen flooding the stores with insanely lacy styles for the brides.

The fall has arrived and we see people abandoning their skinny jeans, only to replace with flared legs, yes they are back in vogue and will stay as fashion zeitgeist suggest, for A/W 16/17 the cropped-flare fit will evolve into a smartened and slimmer bootcut shape.

Bells help elongate your skinny stems, especially with higher waists and platforms, only to give extra lean look. Even WGSN reveals that the 1970s rocker chic item is back, from high-waist to light-washed denim, they have become a shop floor favorite.

Bellbottoms were huge with the flower power set, peg-leg pants were big in the ’80s, and in the ’90s everyone was wearing bootcut jeans. During recent catwalk shows flares have been given a revamp, with wide-legged and high-waisted options. Go for a modern look with a nod to the ’70s by tucking in a silk blouse and slipping into a pair of chunky heels.

For a bride to be, it is very important for her to look more beautiful than ever on her wedding day. The most anxious moment for her is when she has to choose her wedding trousseau.  It is very important for her to wear something that not only flatters her body but also enhances her beauty.

Color: Colors play a great role when it comes to choosing a bridal dress. off late there is been a new trend of  Classic peach, orange, red wedding lehenga in zardozi and crystals which is seen as color for this season. The color is beautiful and looks very sophisticated. While Marsala, the elegant burgundy hue is what our fashion pundits have predicted, and is best suitable for Indian complexion. Hot pink, blue and emerald green too was spotted on many runway shows and is a lovely color to put on.

Makeup: Brides glow naturally on the big day of their life but little makeup is no harm. Dewy skin and matte bronze eyeshadow are great to go with any color of bridal wear. Smoky eye have been in trend from long time and is here to stay. Smoky eyes and nude lips is a glamorous combination. Defined eyebrows and winged eyeliners are sexy and very much in trend. Corals colors blends well with Indian tone and looks very pretty on lips.

It is very necessary to keep in mind the do and don’ts to look amazing on the wedding day.

Don’t: Don’t go overboard with eye makeup as you already wear very shimmering outfit and looks odd.

Don’t use colored contacts. Avoid all shades of blue, green, grey, etc.  Don’t go too red, whether it is outfit or makeup.

Avoid jewelleries and lehengas that are too heavy to carry.

Do: Pick complementary colors.Red can go astonishingly well with colors as loud as fuchsia or cobalt.

Do add antiques to your jewellery as they will add a touch of royalty to your look.

The marsala bridal wear by Manish Malhotra is rich in embroidery and looks absolutely royal.  To go with the outfit, keep the makeup minimal. A dewy skin, nude lips and bronzy eyes will look just perfect.

 

By: Lizzy Bowring
Head of Catwalks, WGSN

From SS’16 Catwalk, Lizzy Bowring suggests key trends starting from colors to designers that will define the season. Her personal favorite being Stella McCartney, Dior and acne, with denim, black and white, grays & metallic to rule, we bring you a low down of her five essential trends as she and her team analyses where trends are in the curve, pre-season collections, the ‘tastemakers’ and retail data – mixed with expert intuition-

Colour Predictions

Back in August, we predicted the top colours that would dominate this season’s runway. Here’s a glimpse at how this played out on the catwalks of New York, London, Milan and Paris.

Modern Masters

Our last prediction for S/S 16 saw designers focusing on the art of luxurious craftsmanship and a ruthless attention to detail. Specifically, we predicted designers making acute references to past history –the artists of ancient Rome, the Flemish masters and the 19th century. These references were – as we predicted – pulled into reality with a modern twist and in styles that float around the body.

Leisure Luxe

WGSN predicted the evolution of the athleisure trend in an oversized luxe sport trend we called “Leisure Luxe.” On the runways, we saw “Leisure Luxe” in the combination of sporty elements with casual, oversized, relaxed and loose fits. We further saw this in sporty silhouettes in luxurious materials and an emphasis on texture.

Latin Glamour

Inspired by the opening of Cuba and the Caribbean landscape, WGSN predicted vibrant colours in an overtly feminine trend we call “Latin Glamour.” We saw this playing out specifically in bare shoulders, saturated colour palettes, hothouse florals, an electrifying mix of patterns and cascading ruffles.

Graceful Edge

The vintage heirlooms of Granny’s attic inspired our second trend – a return to feminine, graceful and romantic looks of the past. On the runways we saw “Graceful Edge” in the explosion of layered lace, precise pleats, sheer materials, and soft florals. We also predicted – and saw – this trend in washed denim with loose fits and nostalgic styling.

Culture Club

We predicted an evolution of the 80s in a youthful trend inspired by street culture and the electro-rock music scene. This played out on the catwalks with high-octane colours and body conscious, polished glamour with the look and feel of the digital age.

by: Duhin Ganju

From traditional ethnic wear to sassy Western attires, recently concluded India Fashion Week saw some of the upcoming talents in this powerful industry. With many fashionable trends, here are some of the frontrunners that will definitely glam up any fashion wardrobe in the fall season.

1) CAPES AND PONCHOS: Be it Samant Chauhan or duo Hemant and Nandita, capes and ponchos are definitely going to be an absolute hit for the winters. Wear it with a simple pair of jeans or an elegant sari; they will never fail to deliver a chic style statement for any fashionable event.

2) A ‘PATENT’ MOOD: With an uber-cool and androgynous approach, pointy patent brogues will ben absolute must-have for the upcoming winters. Designers like Rajesh Pratap Singh, Shweta Kapoor and Poonam Dubey; chose these manly boots to be the perfect accessory match for every fashionable look.

3) MONOCHROME MAGIC: Its all about keeping it simple this season as a subtle combination of black and white is going to be incorporated in the wintery garments. Be it Rohit Gandhi+Rahul Khanna or Pallavi Mohan, this combination, a must-have, won’t fail any fashion enthusiast.

4) THE ‘A-LINE’ AFFAIR: From traditional lehengas to dapper evening numbers, voluminous A-line skirts are a sure shot must-have for any cocktail bonanza.

5) ITS ALL ABOUT THE ‘CLUTCH’: The perfect IT bag, be it an embroidered number or a simply structured affair, the clutch bag won’t miss out on any fashionable look. Designers like JJ Valaya and Namrata Joshipura did a fine job in showcasing some tempting clutch bags that would definitely accompany any look ranging from office wear to chic and comfortable casualwear.

6) FLARED PANTS: Bringing back the 60’s fashion, flared pants are going to return with a bang. With tapered hemlines, these tailored numbers will be finely crafted from heavy fabrics like wool, khadi, tweed and silk.

7) EASY GO: Slouched silhouettes are going to be a part of all the fashionable attires, making an effortless fashion statement. Comfortable and relaxed these winters, one won’t experience an overdo attire as clothes are going to be simple yet chic. Indian designers like Rajesh Pratap Singh, Bodice and EKA showcased garments that were crumpled and easily draped over the feminine body.

Contributed by – Duhin Ganju & Shefali Jauhar

From London, Paris & Milan:

As the menswear winter mania came to an end some jaw-dropping trends stood out the most on the runway. From earthy hues and extravagant fabrics like suede to a perfect combination of geometry and plaid; the 2015 winter definitely has some uber-cool styles cozied up for the coming season.

COLORS: The A/W menswear mania witnessed a vivid array of rich pastels and some of the shades really stood out in all fashion weeks. This season some typical sober shades but also some bright colors to warm you up this season. Tangerine, navy blue, canary yellow & grey were the hottest trending colors on the runway. From Burberry’s extensive use of aquamarine to the dusty brown hues of Coach, designers like Dsquared2 and Dior Homme portrayed the usage of deep burgundy in lot of their chic and tailored garments. American giants like Thom Browne and Calvin Klein adhered to the classics and a lot of black and white was incorporated into the form-fitting garments.

EFFORTLESSLY BOHEMIAN: This time designers went for a more Boho-look and silhouettes becameslouchy and relaxed. As models walked with ease and composure, Brit maestros like E.Tautz and Alex Mattson made comfortable tailored garments that were loosely fitted to the slender male bodies.

KNITTED TURTLENECKS: Bringing back the 20’s look a lot of designers perfectly amalgamated the knitted techniques into turtleneck cardigans and duffle coats. From Bottega Veneta to Christophe Lemaire, designers like Olivier Spencer played with bright pastels and knitted them into comfortable and loose-fitted duffle cardigans.

CLASSICALLY BOMBER: The classic outerwear jacket crafted from nappa, calfskin and exotic crocodile became an instant style statement on runways of designers ranging from Fendi, Givenchy, Diesel Black Gold and Mathew Miller.

DERBY SHOES: The American-English men’s shoe from the 1800’s could be seen on the runway and many designers showcased footwear that was tanned in shades of chocolate brown and black. The dominant designers that vowed the audience with exquisite finesse and craftsmanship were Paul Smith, Duchamp, Thomas Pink and Burberry.

SPORTY JUMPSUITS: Following the androgyny regime, a very sporty and casual approach was followed by designers on the runway as they showcased jumpsuits crafted from hosiery as well as Egyptian cotton. These included famous names like Topman, Kenzo and Miharayasuhiro.

SUEDE IS THE NEW THING: Following the trend from last trend, suede has literally become the ‘new leather’. And this grainy skin could be seen extravagantly lined with shearling with likes of famous designers such as Missoni, Thom Browne and Hunter Gather.

GLITZY PATCHWORK: As pieces of garments were sewn together to make individual patterned ensembles, one could not get their eyes off the intricacy and utmost craftsmanship that designers like Kit Neale and Walter Van Bierendock showcased in a rich array of vivid pastel colors.

SHEARLING SHOWERS: Fashion Week Menswear A/W’2015-2016 witnessed a generosity of luxe winter fashion with designers showcasing an abundance of shearling on the runway to keep you cozy this season. The trend was evident in London’s Burberry, Moschino, Tom Rebl, Milan’s Emporio Armani, Roberto Cavalli to Paris’s Lanvin.

MILITARY INSPIRATIONS: This season saw many designers join the army. Whether it stuck to traditional color schemes or the silhouette, fashion week witnessed a splash of designers who showcased military-inspired designs of the 1930s’. In London we had designers like Maharishi, KTZ to Milan’s Ermenegildo Zegna, to Paris’s Wooyoungmi who embraced the military trend.

PATTERNS: This season not only saw some designers go geometric but also play with plaid. Les Hommes, D.GNAK, Christopher Kane brought about a sense of uniformity while Canali, Vivienne Westwood, Moncler Gamme Bleu plaid it well with their prints.

SPORTY SHOES: With sporty-chic taking runways by a storm, Autumn/Winter’2015-2016 witnessed men in sporty sneakers on the ramp. D. GNAK, Christopher Shannon and Agi & Sam made a sporty statement on the runway.

 

By – Shefali Jauhar

Here are some fashion trends that ruled the roost in 2014:

So Celine!

The French luxury brand was such a stunner all year round that later the brand name got coined as an adjective. Celine, now a word in the fashion vocabulary stands for chic clothing known for clean cuts and minimalist colour schemes yet luxurious fashion. A lot of designers have taken up the trend with the ultra-clean yet chic look.

Brightly Lacey!

With lace being among the top trends this year, designers embraced them not only on the runway, but also in a riot of bright colours. A perfect component to your summer wardrobe, they screamed warmth and happiness. Designers like DKNY, Preen and Dior showcased lace in an array of colours.

Normcore!

It’s time to ditch out the fancy peacocking clothes for the normcore trend has made its mark on the runways this year. Outfits showcased by numerous designers like Hermès, Christopher Kane, Victoria Beckham were not very girly but rather androgynous in nature. With denims and t-shirts, pantsuits blurring the lines between gender defined clothing, it gave a sense of empowerment to women out there who can handle power and responsibility.

Scottish High!

The land famous for its textiles witnessed a rich variety of fabrics on the runway. Popular fabrics like tweed synonymous to Chanel, tartan, plaid were quite evident throughout Fall Winter’2014. The colours had an earthy appeal with a hint of masculinity in terms of fabric texture.Salvatore Ferragamo, Chanel, Prada were sporting designers of this trend.

Crop it Out!

The ‘cropped look’ in terms of tops, bottoms or hairstyles for that matter were sold like hot cakes this year. It was all about flaunting those toned mid-ribs. Treated and experimented upon by designers in their own unique ways, the crop look surely led the way for many this year.

 

By – Duhin Ganju

As the year is nearly about to end, some Indian trends have made a huge impact on the fashion world. Various styles and color preferences were opted by fashionistas across this multi-cultural country.

 

 

 

 

 

Techno color striked the wardrobes with a bang, with designers like Manish Arora and Abu Jani & Sandeep Khosla innovatively mixing technology and creating uber-cool garments.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Ivory was a front-runner in Indian fashion reflecting simplicity with a touch of sobriety. Designers like Suneet Verma and Neeta Lulla dominated the fashion market with this color. Who can forget the jaw-dropping Wills Finale by Rohit Bal where he portrayed his love for this chic color?

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Orange was another color that dominated the trend board celebrating a sense of festivity that this country has had for a long time, with designers like Tarun Tahiliani and Nachiket Barve.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Black is color that never goes out of style and could be seen amongst various designer collections like Reynu Tandon and Vineet Bahl.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Long coats with massive embroidery became a must-have in every closet with the likes of designers like Sabyasachi and Manish Malhotra. Each coat was literally an ode to the Indian craftsmanship reflecting sheer class and rich tradition.

 

 

 

 

 

Sequins played a pivotal role in the fashion market with the likes of several designers and also Karan Johar’s new line for Vero Moda. Super authentic fabrics like indigo and khadi were put to their best use by designers like Rajesh Pratap Singh and Rina Singh.

 

 

 

 

 

Shararas were a quintessential icon in the Indian wardrobes with the likes of famous designers like Manish Malhotra and Sabyasachi Mukherjee, themselves. The Ikat print was much wanted by celebrities all around the country after seeing designer duo Pankaj and Nidhi’s jaw-dropping collection.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Also, this year, quirky prints became another important statement in Indian fashion as designers Nida Mahmood and Anupama Dayal vowed every fashion enthusiast with her futuristic collection.

Winters aren’t just about being all stuffed with fluffy jackets, denims or even woollens for that matter. One can always experiment with their respective looks, be it with their over-all styling or dress codes for particular occasions. One such idealistic garment, favourite to both men and women when it comes to comfort, are sweatshirts!

One can pair a sweatshirt with a free flowing full length skirt, a formal trouser, a skirt and stocking set and the causal denim jeans of course. No matter how in-formal a sweat shirt appears to be, it will always look appealing to the onlooker, specifically because of its over-sized fit, the comfy feel and the very interesting prints that sweatshirts are usually replete of.

A black sweatshirt with a funky typo, or an ethnic and zassy print can be a one-stop choice for a non-formal hang out with friends. For all the working freaks, who are bored of their formal wardrobes for their workplace, pick up a basic coloured sweatshirt-preferably without a hood and a zipper-a round neck one with an applique on surface design is all what is needed.

Sweatshirts can, surprisingly, look perfect for evening parties too, not for the extremely formal and grandeur ones obviously. On a chilly and lazy winter night, grab your favourite black leather sweatshirt, or the ones with a shimmery embellishments and blingy add-ons, and you are all set with your favourite tom-boyish yet unique look for your crazy clubbing night.

Leading fashion houses today, from Kenzo to H&M, come up with stylish innovative sweatshirts every fall, exclusively for those who love being within their comfort zone yet hate being left behind in grabbing the ‘outfit of the day’ attention and  their most liked instagram selfies. So try getting a little off-edge beyond conventions and get all sweatshirt-y this winter!