Fashion weeks have spoken. Paris , New York, Milan , Madrid, and London have already held their fashion weeks, the most important runways on the circuit. They showcased the trends we'll be wearing next spring/summer 2017 season . And these are the ones we saw in the British capital.
Leading British designers and brands have been showcasing their work at London Fashion Week. One of the must-see names is Burberry , perhaps the most iconic British fashion house. In his new collection, creative director Christopher Bailey proposes a return to the past. It's a collection inspired by the 20s and the Elizabethan era, blurring the lines between menswear and womenswear.
Burberry, spring-summer 2017 show
Christopher Bailey, creative director of Burberry, continues to solidify his style in the new spring-summer 2017 collection. Without ever abandoning the house's signature style, the designer has presented a classic proposal, with baroque touches , in which every detail is meticulously attended to.
Bailey drew inspiration from the brand's long history and some of its key moments, such as the plaid patterns and the jackets made for the British Army in World War I. This inspiration is reflected in military-inspired garments and Elizabethan-style pieces , crafted from velvet or featuring ruffled collars.
The collection is very diverse in terms of materials. The designer favors combining fabrics and garments in a single look , from leather jackets with shearling lining to classic trench coats and blazers. The color palette is also varied, with tones ranging from neutrals to pink and gold. Many prints are also featured, such as brocade, stripes, floral motifs, and animal print.
Erdem, spring-summer 2017 show
Erdem has not disappointed with its new spring/summer collection. Romanticism is once again the house's defining characteristic, with a collection dominated by prints . Trouser suits, ankle-length skirts, and long dresses are the key pieces. Black bows, ruffles, and brocade serve as the common thread throughout the collection.
Emilio de la Morena, spring-summer 2017 fashion show
Designer Emilio de la Morena represented Spanish fashion at London Fashion Week. The iconic Somerset House was the chosen venue for the show, in which the couturier presented a more mature collection , a reaffirmation of his style.
This was Emilio de la Morena's eleventh time showing in London, and he did so with a striking collection. For this, the Alicante-born designer drew inspiration from a daring woman, fearless and unconventional. The Emilio de la Morena woman is dynamic, strong-willed, and wears garments that reaffirm her identity.
In this collection, the designer develops the main trends presented in recent seasons . It's a collection dominated by metallic tones and, above all, classic black. Classic silhouettes and elegant pieces, such as long dresses and tailored coats, alternate with bolder items. The work of the painter Pablo Picasso has been one of his sources of inspiration, as seen in the chosen colors and prints.
Vivienne Westwood, spring-summer 2017 show
Vivienne Westwood has unveiled its new Spring/Summer 2017 collection in London. Masculine-inspired pieces , such as blazers and oversized suits, along with bold prints, are key elements of this collection. Vibrant colors, like grass green, Klein blue, and red, predominate, complemented by neutral tones such as black and beige.
Christopher Kane, spring-summer 2017 show
Christopher Kane surprised everyone at London Fashion Week with a collection that champions upcycling . Recycling, repurposing garments, mending torn fabrics, and a "anything goes" attitude are his key themes for the upcoming season.
The designer has presented a collection inspired by upcycled design. It's about creating fashion by reusing anything; any object is fair game. From fishing nets to pieces of plastic, to mismatched buttons or fabric scraps. The color palette is dominated by black, with touches of pink, blue, or orange. Prints abound, from floral to abstract motifs , which are combined boldly within the same look.
Versus, spring-summer 2017 show
Versace has unveiled its new Versus collection in London. With Bella Hadid leading the show, the London catwalk embraced the brand's sexy, rock-inspired fashion .
Black leather has been the star of the collection. Donatella Versace is betting on a very rock-and-roll spring/summer season, with biker jackets, vests, and boots.
Denim will also once again be one of the fabrics of the spring season. However, this time it is presented in its clearest and most deconstructed version, with denim garments full of rips and frays. Army green and mustard yellow complete the collection's color palette. In addition, we also have brushstrokes of metallic tones such as silver, one of the trends for next spring.
Peter Pilotto, spring-summer 2017 show
Prints have taken center stage in Peter Pilotto's new collection. The brand is betting on dresses as the star garment of spring. These come in a variety of colors and feature prints with a playful, childlike feel and floral motifs.