Giles SS09
With Milan Fashion Week underway and London and New York's fashion offerings closed until the February shows, we thought it was time to give you a rundown of the trends that we think will be big news for Spring/Summer next year.
We'll follow the progress from Catwalk to Celeb to High-street over the next few months, so that when they hit the shops, you'll have a heads up about them.
1. Sheer
Betty Jackson SS09
The models looked almost naked on the catwalk during fashion week, a big sign that sheer is big news for next year. Nude was the most popular, but black and white also made an appearance.
Emma Cook took the see-through trend one step further by creating a range of Macs, punctured with swarovski crystals, while Louise Goldin showed white sheer leggings and tops. Betty Jackson also produced a stunning sheer dress, with the top half embroidered to preserve the models modesty.
2.Neon
DKNY SS09
If the catwalk is to be believed, we will be rocking neon in a big way come summer. DKNY showed crazy colour, as did Giles and House of Holland. This is a trend which can be worked to the max, or just sampled if its not your thing. We can expect to see plenty of neon accessories to accompany the rock tees and neon jeans that will be flooding the high-street.
3. Cropped or tapered trousers
Eley Kishimoto SS09
Cropped trousers are a great buy for next summer, especially if you're not confident about your legs. They look smart, sophisticated and can be dressed up or down. The ones appearing on the catwalk, however were loud, colourful and patterned, so if that's a forecast for next year then our advice is to keep the rest of your look very simple.
4. One-shoulder dresses
Luella SS09
This trend is great because it carries on from the one-shoulder dresses we have seen this season. Luella showed some stunning one-shoulder styles, as did Jenny Peckham with her gorgeous Cinderella style dresses. This will look great for going out in those summer evenings, as the one-shoulder style is so versatile, it works for both maxi and mini dresses.
5. Fringing
Vivienne Westwood Red Label SS09
Vivienne Westwood showed fringing on shirts, which we think was pretty fashion forward of the designer. We've seen fringing on bags, skirts and coats, but never on shirts. We think the native Indian trend will be big for summer, so dig out any feathers you have to wear in your hair and embrace your native side.