From the return of the 2000s Boho Girl to the Old Money Maverick, Fall 2024 is the season of nostalgic trends and timeless style. Are we noticing a trend here?
Earlier this year, the F/W 2024 runway collections kicked off swiftly, reimagining the art of dressing for chillier, crisp temperatures with more nostalgic styling than ever before. When discussing the debut menswear collection of Gucci's Creative Director, Sabato De Sarno, I emphasized the ideas of pragmatism in ready-to-wear, but what's the fun in that?
Womenswear, however, offers dualistic relatability in discussing what contemporary women imagine as characters of style. Chloé's creative directorial debut of Chemana Kamali brought back the 'Chloé Girl' and the 2000s Boho-Chic style with an early-'70s Parisian twist. Daniel Lee's third Burberry collection reminded the public of the classic British style and the muses that have donned the brand from every generation. Think high-collar signature moleskin trench coats, bootcut pants, and neutral and earth-toned color combinations. Saint Laurent's transparent nightwear added to the sleek silhouette of what sensuality means for the elevated woman. Here are the top fashion trends that should be on your radar for Fall 2024.
Mini-Maxi Luxury
We know the opposite of minimalism is maximalism, but just because you add on a few heavier layers to your outerwear doesn't quite mean it's 'maximal.' The key to this style is to wear your clothes and not let your clothes wear you, if you catch my drift. You can overlayer but with neutral, warmer colors that aren't exaggerated. You don't have to look 'too warm' while over-accessorizing much warmer fibers like wool, cashmere, or down. You can add lightness and fluidity to a somewhat 'heavy' look. A maxi coat can pair significantly well with showing a bit of skin, a transparent lace top, or a sheer mousseline dress, as seen at Saint Laurent. Nearly every piece featured in this collection by Anthony Vaccarello has a transparent quality, using the same fabric as tights, and each one exudes an undeniable sense of chic sophistication.
Bold Monochromatic Colors
Okay, hear me out. Monochromatic style choices are on every list you've seen. Still, they have been executed beautifully in many F/W collections this year, including stand-out looks from Ralph Lauren, Ferragamo, and Gucci. Some stand-out colors have been sand beige and olive green, which closely resemble the neutral category in earth tones. The hue is both subtle and very striking.
Consequently, olive green started to grace the runway in sleek monochromatic outfits for summer. As we transition into Fall, it has developed a texture with wool and leather fabrics. Next is maroon, one of my favorites, as it has this nighttime feel. This color was the talk of the town, at least on my side of the internet, last Fall seen on the Miu Miu Fall 2023 patent buckle slingback pumps and Saint Laurent bags from the Le 5 À 7 to the LouLou. This color was a staple in this year's Fall collections as Ferragamo has been crushing the monochromatic game, with many considering the color burgundy. Still, I'm not the color-tone police!
Lastly, we have variations of mustard yellow seen at Gucci, Bottega Veneta, and in accessories at Miu Miu and EYTYS. Yellow can be a bit intense, depending on the tone. However, blending it with hints of brown transforms into mustard yellow (or Dijon). This softer take on the usually bold color adds a refreshing touch even though it has a more Spring-y vibe.
Anti-Superhero Capes
I was ecstatic to see this underrated retro style staple coming back, and after seeing it on the runway at Chloé, I was enamored. Maxi coats and trenches are one thing, but capes stand out as a bourgeois silhouette on our roster. Available in both voluminous designs and sleek tailoring, their seasonal variations cater to various style preferences. Reminiscent of the late-'60s, early-'70s Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche capes that give this feeling of antiquity to any daytime look. Chloé's capelets are cut and cropped in grand patent leather, Khaite's bold and professional wool, and Proenza Schouler's sleek wrapped silhouettes shape the body's slenderness. No, you don't look like a superhero, and that's the point.
Revamped Prep
Now, I use the word prep lightly as the "preppy" look has been lost in translation throughout the decades, if I'd admit it. However, this trend has elevated as today's preppy audience is younger and more playful, as seen at Miu Miu for the past six seasons with its sporty yet office-core combinations. Gone are the days of the 1980s when you had to order separate items through the mail through J.Crew catalogs. The style is now more accessible and high fashion, with a dark academic and elevated twist with looks from Rabanne and Anna Sui.
Mad Hatter
We're bringing hats back! I see many style influencers when scrolling Instagram, but no one usually wears a hat. And when I say hat, I don't mean a trucker hat, baseball cap, or hard hat! I mean a traditional hat that adds to the silhouette of your look but also gives its own silhouette from its shape to its texture. From trilbys to newsboys to berets, hats topped-off looks at Chanel, Seán McGirr's debut at Alexander McQueen (as seen on the men's look), and Dolce&Gabbana. Hats add this flair of chicness to any 'fashion veteran.'
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