It does instil one with a little bit of nausea, trying to
think ahead to fall 2013. We’re barely out of the last hell on Earth otherwise
known as British winter. But fashion is fussy and fashion must have its own
way; look to the future we shall! Of
course, autumn/winter is all about coats... especially in Britain. Our coats
must be fashionable because we must wear them day in and day out over everything. They are the one fashion
statement we get to make in a world that does not allow much exposure of anything.
This year we’re seeing a few trends appear on the catwalk
and each one is as exciting as the last.
Anarchic
We’re seeing punk everywhere at the minute. It ruled the red
carpets at Cannes film festival recently, and is set to show its face again
this winter, with echoes of Sid and Nancy dominating coat designs. Expect tartan,
leather, studs, chains, zips and spikes. Things are going to go all Vivienne
Westwood and Siouxie Sioux on our asses and we can’t wait.
Pastel
We are not going to let autumn get us down this year,
apparently. No we are not. We shall not swathe our sun deprived bodies in
blacks, greys and burgundies, instead we shall dance down snowy streets in
beautiful pastel colours with blush in our cheeks and smiles on our faces.
Expect baby blues, buttercup yellows, lavenders and powder pinks.
It’s a guy thing
Silly enough to not wear a jacket to a cold December evening
do? Fear not, your date’s jacket is just the trick. Get sassy in oversized
simplicity. If it’s too big, it’ll fit the bill. Expect double-breasted designs
that scream, “Look at me! I have a boyfriend, and I am wearing his jacket!”
Fur fur fur
Forget classic fur. Forget soft sheathes of neatly trimmed,
smooth, elegance. This year’s fur is shaggier than a 70s carpet. And it’s not
just the shagginess of it that was turning heads on recent catwalks. Fur this
year is emblazoned with crazy patterns, it’s coming in bright colours and
bizarre shapes. It’s wacky and we love it. Fur, we accept you for who you are.
So, there you have it, a glimpse into the distant, but no so
dismal future. You can now make your fashionable purchases and pop them in your
closet until a later date... and also pop winter to the back of your mind where
it belongs. We’re sorry for bringing to your attention the fact that winter
will reign once more, but be enlightened by the fact that it is not for months
to come. We’re just way ahead of the game here at Luxe Models.
Until next time!
