This year’s New York Fashion Week hasn’t been like the others. With all the problems the pandemic has caused, the designers were left with a rather harsh question to answer with their new projects: what do you wear when the world is falling apart?From September the 11th until the 16th, during only the last 4 days, designers had to plan their runway shows in respect of safety measures with either a Livestream or a socially distanced audience. Yet, they have managed to portray a colourful and hopeful world through the lens of fashion. Among the many incredible and creative Spring/Summer 2021 ready-to-wear collections, we selected the highlights of the fashion week.

Jason Wu

As the opening show of the NYFW, Jason Wu’s collection didn’t fail its expectations. Set against a tropical background, the theme of the collection was an imaginative holiday in Tulum, Mexico. Surrounded by tropical plants, the designer showcased his bright and warm maxi dresses and suiting in bold accents of yellow, blue and orange. The garments feature different patterns: from vertical stripes to multidimensional flowers which highlight the silhouettes in bulky trousers and jumpsuits. Innovative is the use of a bra top above the flowy dresses.

Jason Wu SS21 Collection images via Dan Lecca

Jason Wu | Spring/Summer 2021 | NYFW

Rodarte

Aimed at comfort, Kate and Laura Mulleavy’s new collection reflects a dreamy and fancy reality to emphasise the importance of making fashion during these trying times. Characterized by a bridal theme, the collection offers a tribute to the ‘40s dresses style with floral prints, handkerchief-like motifs and pastel shades. The comfort

resides in most of the garments with pyjama sets, soft track pants, silk sweatshirts, twill trousers and midi-skirts. Everything is then topped off with tulle or silk floral wreaths, bobby socks and lace gloves.

Rodarte SS21 Collection images via Daria Kobayashi Ritch

Christian Siriano

From the backyard of his home in Westport, Siriano presented his new glamorous collection to a socially distanced audience. Inspired by his childhood favourite films – which he binge-watched during quarantine time – the collection features a multitude of bikini tops, frocks, bulky ball skirts and patterned suits, all styled with Sarah Jessica Parker’s high heels line. The palette balanced neutral colours like black and white with more vivid ones, such as pink and red. While also spreading a relevant message with a dress covered in ‘Vote’ quotes, the designer retained his signature style with pronounced shoulder frocks, flamenco ruffles and winged sleeves. The highlight of the show was the red closing look worn by Coco Rocha who, willingly, stepped into the pool to gift the audience a wow-moment.

Christian Siriano SS21 Collection images via Dan Lecca

Tom Ford

Longing for an escape from the seriousness of this world, Tom Ford opted for an optimistic collection which, as he puts it, ‘will make you smile’. Inspired by a documentary about the fashion illustrator Antonio Lopez, the designs are what you can expect from a fun collection: patterned silky pyjamas, bikinis, knit maxi dresses and vivid logo leisure sets. Throughout the garments, there’s a predominance of animal and floral prints, styled with eccentric accessories.

Tom Ford SS21 Collection images via Vogue Runway courtesy of Tom Ford

Zimmermann

Last but not least, Nicky Zimmermann showcased her ‘Wild Botanica’ collection inspired by her home country, Australia. From the title itself, we can understand that the collection is strongly influenced by the Australian flora and fauna: the garments feature, for instance, the prints of a botanical illustrator, Ellis Rowan, which depicts different kinds of flowers and birds. Each piece presents a unique feature: from lace crop tops and soft suitings to colourful puff dresses, linen trousers and Bermuda shorts. The simple but detailed silhouettes enhance the effect of the prints which make each garment easy to spot, even at a socially-distant range. The mixture of bold and bright prints makes the collection very feminine and soft, without the risk of being childish.

Zimmermann SS21 Collection images via Vogue Runway courtesy of Zimmermann

Zimmermann | Spring/Summer 2021 | NYFW – Digital Show

Words by Genarro Costano

Graphics by Frances Scott

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We are now knee-deep in Autumn/winter 2020 ‘fashion month’, and the future of fashion is being laid out before us. But what about the future fashions of the small yet powerful things on the end of our fingers that allow us to express who we are 24/7; also known as our NAILS?

The Blonds

From The Blonds AW20 Collection and nails inspired by this trend

Matt Black base with gold foil. The Blonds Channelled ‘goth turned god’ vibes; for us, this nail look is the perfect mix of good and evil.

Rodarte

From the Rodarte AW20 Collection

Red whimsical flames; a statement and subtle at the same time.

Monse

From the Monse AW20 Collection

Nail Rings. You’ve heard of an earring, you’ve heard of a nose ring, let us introduce to you… the nail ring. Practicality; debateable, but it looks so cool that it’s not up for debate.

Halpern

From the Halpern AW20 Collection

The ‘coffin’ shape makeover. It turns out that this season at Halpern, Length does matter.

Laquan Smith

From the Laquan Smith AW20 Collection

Blank canvas nails. It’s the ‘nude’ for people who just can’t bring themselves to have plain nails. Handy, and we love it!

Words by Ella Winfield

Graphics by Katie Janes

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The lights, music and heels are off as New York Fashion Week has drawn to a close and London Fashion Week is going steady. Smitten from our slice of designer heaven, our eyes definitely locked on a few subtle beauty trends so far that you might be seeing in the colder months ahead.

Here’s the lowdown of the best beauty influences sold fresh off the runway. Grab your non-slip eyeliner and favourite concealer because this autumn/winter is all about a fresh face, radiant base and eyes for those with dramatic taste.

Fresh, clean with a natural sheen skin:

If there is one pointer to take from the scenes at this season’s NYFW, it’s that sometimes a blank canvas is the best canvas. Less is more. Whilst splashes of colour featured in places – check out the use of coral lids from Monse or Self Portrait’s neon sweeps – what appeared to be most consistent was the glass skin, no-makeup-makeup, glowy, dewy base that continues to take the front and centre of current beauty trends. The Carolina Herrera show was nothing this year without its highlight and note the focus on what appeared to be liquid, iridescent highlighting balms rather than a harsh powder finish. There is no such thing as too much when it comes to creating your outer glow, and sweeping product above the brow onto the top of your cheekbones, creeping it into the forehead is the best method to ensure that the light bounces just right.

Lengthened liner:

Is 2020 the year winged eyeliner makes a comeback into the mainstream? Vera Wang gave us our serving of gothic drama and sky really was the limit when it came to stretching black shadow and liner to the very brow bone. Yet Vera Wang wasn’t the only designer to come through with the dark-eye drama. It was all about geometric eyes and lengthened edges at the Rag and Bone show, where exaggerated black liner gave us black swan brilliance.

Deep rose lips:

Red is the colour of love and this valentine’s day at NYFW did not disappoint with brands such as Oscar de la Renta, Marc Jacobs and Rodarte, using deep plums, dull roses and electric reds across their makeup palettes. Whilst usually a dramatic statement look, the red lips were subdued and brought life to the otherwise simplistic and minimalist makeup styles.

Perfected low ponies:

Of course, we cannot forget about hair and the middle-part, the low pony was consistent amongst runway looks. Loose grips and a low front hold covering the ears was the style used across designers, Carolina Herrera to mention one, for a relaxed yet sleek finish. Team this ‘do with dramatic earrings, a light touch of concealer and foundation after an intense skincare routine and you couldn’t be more NYFW if you tried.

Words by Amy Arfi

Graphics by Katie Janes

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New York Fashion Week; the well-oiled, well-styled machine that churns out look after look of potential trends that we can adopt for our very own in the coming seasons, is about to grind to a halt. We’ve been like kids in a candy shop sifting through the shows, to bring you the best of the best of what New York Fashion Week had to offer. Here are our favourite looks, and the key trends that have caught our eyes.

Sally LaPointe

Sally LaPointe Details

Colour block and shimmery looks; always effective!

Rodarte

Kim Shui

Brocade; the ancient fabric that was once used exclusively by royalty has had a 2020 makeover. Any trend that is good enough for royalty its good enough for us!

Christian Cowan

Animal prints; a classic that seems to be reborn into yet another variation each season. It really is a trend that just keeps giving.

LaQuan Smith

LaQuan Smith Details

Figure-hugging shapes; time to show off what your momma gave you!

Dion Lee

Dion Lee Details

Area

Area Details

Cut-out garments and jewellery as a part of it; a new way to show a bit of flesh mixed with one of the most convenient trends, we approve!

Palm Angels

Cowboy themes; it’s not the trends first rodeo, and it won’t be the last.

Carolina Herrera

Oscar de la Renta

Go bold or go home; bold colours and prints paired with clean cuts – while the volume is all in the right places.

Words by Ella WindfieldGraphics by Séverine Denis-Lessard

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Atelier Versace

Miu Miu

Rodarte

Schiaparelli

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