We see some overlap with the New York runways — so you’ll want to take notes.
Season after season, London Fashion Week is a play in contrasts: the prim elegance of labels like Emilia Wickstead and Erdem, juxtaposed with the quirky, twisted creations of Chopova Lowena and Christopher Kane. For Fall 2023, what unites this spectrum of sensibilities are the ways in which fashion is used to own space, without saying a word. Dramatic sleeves and ballgown silhouettes create a buffer to the outside world, while bright fire-engine red and cartoonish prints serve as armor akin to a poison dart frog — you can look, but don’t touch.
Ahead, take a look at the top trends spotted across the Fall 2023 runways in London.
Coming in Red Hot
Red was the dominating color across the Fall 2023 collections in London, whether it was styled back to neutrals or worn head to toe. Rather than coming off as saccharine or romantic, the effect at Eudon Choi or David Koma is akin to biting into a hot pepper: painfully good.
Asai Fall 2023. Photo: Imaxtree
Sleeves Bring the Drama
Frills, billows and bells — sleeves are getting a dramatic touch for fall. Thanks to the likes of Huishan Zhang and Roksanda, you’ll have plenty of reasons to leave your coat at home and gleefully swing your arms around with abandon.
Erdem Fall 2023. Photo: Imaxtree
Unseasonable Florals
You’re used to the arrival of jovial floral prints for spring, but this season, lilies, roses and daisies are reborn. Whether it’s the dark, dramatic florals of Erdem or the lighthearted details of Molly Goddard, don’t be afraid to embrace the bloom.
Richard Quinn Fall 2023. Photo: Imaxtree
Put a Bow On It
The sweet drape of a bow is a feminine detail making a surging return this year by way of dainty dresses, most notably at Simone Rocha. But the likes of Pam Hogg and Chopova Lowena are offering more dramatic twists on the trend as well.
Bora Aksu Fall 2023. Photo: Imaxtree
Back to Work
Tailoring is in. As the appeal of a slouchy-casual wardrobe gives way to structure, workwear separates are making a sophisticated yet unstuffy return. Tove‘s minimalist pieces or Connor Ives‘ slouchy suiting are both stellar places to start.
Tove Fall 2023. Photo: Imaxtree
Don’t Fear Sheer
Naked dressing isn’t a new concept, but this autumn, expect to see lots of dramatic dresses in completely see-through fabrications. For those who don’t want to show too much skin, take inspiration from S.S. Daley, where a gauzy top layer was styled over a more traditional dress. For the more daring, Feben or 16 Arlington’s sheer sheaths are the way.
Simone Rocha Fall 2023. Photo: Imaxtree
Motomamis Unite
Last summer, moto-inspired staples made a slow return into the mainstream. Now, slick leather, patched jackets and racing-stripe inspiration are continuing their reign on the runways.
Mowalola Fall 2023. Photo: Imaxtree
Power of Peplum
Love it or hate it, there’s no denying that the polarizing peplum is back. Much like we saw in New York, voluminous skirting or tops with a flared bottom made an appearance across a number of major runways in London.
Christopher Kane Fall 2023. Photo: Imaxtree
Welcome to Toontown
Bold graphics — whether they be surrealist, superhero or silly — splash across a number of collections this season. The message: Fashion doesn’t need to be so serious.
Natasha Zinko Fall 2023. Photo: Imaxtree
High Volume
Dramatic gowns and poofy pants send a message this season: Protect your space. J.W. Anderson’s extra-side pant silhouette resembles the sails on a boat, while Richard Quinn opts for something more traditional.
Molly Goddard Fall 2023. Photo: Imaxtree
Witching Hour
Dark drama’s the look of the day for Nensi Dojaka, David Koma and more London designers. Sexy cutouts, sheer fabrics and goth details all contribute to the witchy feel.
Chet Lo Fall 2023. Photo: Imaxtree
Sharp Shoulders
Dramatic, oversized shoulders — some sculptural, others simply exaggerated — may suggest that it’s time to break out the shoulder pads once again.
J.W. Anderson Fall 2023. Photo: Imaxtree
Source: Fashionista.com
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