How does the year 2045 sound to you? Far far away, I’m guessing. But in terms of fashion, what will be parading down the catwalks? As soon as we hear the word “future”, our instincts instantly presume the world will be covered in white, glossy and shiny buildings, and that our best friends will most likely to be talking robots. But how much of all this is actually going to come true?
Whether we like it or not, it’s the year 2015 and we probably predicted back in the 80s that fashion would be completely futuristic by now, with girls in the street twirling around in silver metallic skirts reflecting the sun. Yet, in reality, fashion has gone in the opposite direction; going back to traditional styles from eras that have already passed. If you’re unconvinced, just take a trip down to the high street right now and you’ll see a whole range of different types of flares. Flares, the iconic pant of the 70s disco scene, were considered a thing of the past, something we thought would never re-enter our lives. Now, they’re back from the 70s and are finding their way back into the wardrobe (even though they’re one of the most annoying trip hazards – if there was some kind of flare insurance I think I’d take it).
The designer brands of S/S 2015 Fashion Week had their fair share of updated looks from the different eras. Valentino embraced the maxi dress with busy patterns which are both iconic of the 70s fashion. Prada have gone another ten years backwards, taking a huge amount of inspiration from the 60s with the A-line dresses, single-breasted camel coats and high necklines. Fancy going back another ten years to the 50s? Then take a look at Michael Kors collection; the garments have clear signs of the Christian Dior “new look” with the full circular skirts full of body and material.
J.W Anderson, however, took more of the smaller details into account rather than the initial shapes. His S/S 2015 collection showed the essence of a 1910/1920 menswear suit. We already know that fashion is becoming more unisex and gender friendly, and Anderson proved this further by creating a women’s wear collection from menswear. From the chains hanging off the waistcoat to the ruffles and ties sculpted down the fronts of the dresses, these tiny finishes make the difference between an ordinary plain suit to an outstanding transformation of a lost era. It’s a smart move from Anderson as this kind of garment could be worn out casual, to work or for evening wear. Take your pick.
They say we live in a circle of life, and most probably in a circle of fashions. Styles are constantly being rotated around and being shaken up for a modern era before being launched down the catwalk. Yes, metallics and new technology in fashion (in ways of printing the fabric to gadget components) are a new trend in the fashion industry, but that doesn’t mean the traditional shapes and styles are going anywhere soon. We need the past to make the future. We need the trench coat, we need the parka, we need the leather jacket, we need… oh, you get the picture!
Whether we like it or not, it’s the year 2015 and we probably predicted back in the 80s that fashion would be completely futuristic by now, with girls in the street twirling around in silver metallic skirts reflecting the sun. Yet, in reality, fashion has gone in the opposite direction; going back to traditional styles from eras that have already passed. If you’re unconvinced, just take a trip down to the high street right now and you’ll see a whole range of different types of flares. Flares, the iconic pant of the 70s disco scene, were considered a thing of the past, something we thought would never re-enter our lives. Now, they’re back from the 70s and are finding their way back into the wardrobe (even though they’re one of the most annoying trip hazards – if there was some kind of flare insurance I think I’d take it).
The designer brands of S/S 2015 Fashion Week had their fair share of updated looks from the different eras. Valentino embraced the maxi dress with busy patterns which are both iconic of the 70s fashion. Prada have gone another ten years backwards, taking a huge amount of inspiration from the 60s with the A-line dresses, single-breasted camel coats and high necklines. Fancy going back another ten years to the 50s? Then take a look at Michael Kors collection; the garments have clear signs of the Christian Dior “new look” with the full circular skirts full of body and material.
J.W Anderson, however, took more of the smaller details into account rather than the initial shapes. His S/S 2015 collection showed the essence of a 1910/1920 menswear suit. We already know that fashion is becoming more unisex and gender friendly, and Anderson proved this further by creating a women’s wear collection from menswear. From the chains hanging off the waistcoat to the ruffles and ties sculpted down the fronts of the dresses, these tiny finishes make the difference between an ordinary plain suit to an outstanding transformation of a lost era. It’s a smart move from Anderson as this kind of garment could be worn out casual, to work or for evening wear. Take your pick.
They say we live in a circle of life, and most probably in a circle of fashions. Styles are constantly being rotated around and being shaken up for a modern era before being launched down the catwalk. Yes, metallics and new technology in fashion (in ways of printing the fabric to gadget components) are a new trend in the fashion industry, but that doesn’t mean the traditional shapes and styles are going anywhere soon. We need the past to make the future. We need the trench coat, we need the parka, we need the leather jacket, we need… oh, you get the picture!
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