This fall, designers everywhere are reviving the true grit and attitude of punk couture in a way never seen before, so break out your Doc Martens and your best apathetic demeanor to prepare for this season’s newest trends.
In New York Fashion Week shows by designers such as Jeremy Scott, Donatella Versace and Alexander Wang, punk couture was a clear frontrunner in fall fashion. The edgy designs had no shortage of loud plaids, distressed leather or pointy studs, and spoke volumes in their quirky cuts and patterns.
Adding a punk rock twist can be simple. For instance, add a structured leather jacket to a distressed pair of skinny jeans and your favorite band tee, and you’ve instantly become edgier. A leather jacket is a must-have this season if you want to sport the punk trend. Forever 21, H&M and Zara all have budget-friendly jackets that scream Sid Vicious.
Alongside the punk trend is the menswear trend, seen in NYFW shows by Chanel, Chloe and Michael Kors. Many magazines and blogs have adopted the idea that androgyny is “the new black.” Structured menswear-style blazers and pants are staples for fashion-forward women.
One way to make menswear more feminine, yet still retain the same masculine feel, is to experiment with prints. A printed, tailored pant serves as a great statement piece in an everyday outfit. Pairing the printed pant with a solid blouse or tee and blazer instantly creates a look that blurs the lines between masculine and feminine. Italian-based brand Brandy Melville debuted its “Susannah” printed pant on Instagram in early September. The trendy trousers go for a budget-friendly $42 and can be found in stores or online at brandymelvilleusa.com.
In terms of colors, gray is about to take over as the top color of the season. Seen in shows by designers like Stella McCartney, Celine and Hermes, all shades of grey seem to be dominating the runway this season.
Gray serves as a great canvas for layering with other colors, but can also be worn exclusively. For an everyday casual look, dark charcoal leggings look slimming and sexy when paired with a light grey chunky knit sweater and dark grey circle scarf. Celebrity-style icons like the Kardashian sisters have recently been spotted rocking the monochrome trend around their southern California stomping grounds.
Chelsea Zic is a Collegian contributor and can be reached at [email protected].
