As the trudges on and our schedules are brimming with places to go and things to do, there’s one question that begs to be answered: what do we wear? Scroll through as we look to the street style stars for inspiration.
As you gear up for party season or a possible trip to cooler climates, it’s time to pull out the fuzziest pieces from your sartorial arsenal. Be it fur, shearling, or a feather boa, pick anything with luscious textures to transform your look in the best way possible. Glam up your feathers with delicate lace and velvets, or suit up with a two-piece set in a mash-up of textures. Play up the fun factor with vibrant hues or standout accessories paired with wardrobe staples. One thing to note? Keep it fuzzy yet fuss-free.
Spin On The Pin
Like chain belts, brooches are making a resurgence and we’re here for it. Gucci continues to show off its brooch fascination from previous seasons—remember those dramatic crystal and pearl emblazoned ones? But this time, they’re donned on longline sweats. At Jil Sander, another designer who favours accoutrement, minimalist and artistic iterations added a touch of chic to the outfits. Wear it as a precious centrepiece or layer multiple brooches for eccentric embellishment.
Pearly Wiles
‘Tis the season of love, peace, and pearls. These iridescent baubles have been refashioned into bold jewellery, or crafted into bags for a touch of whimsy. Style your family heirloom choker with a cropped sweater and leather trousers for that perfect contrast of modern sensibilities and classic jewellery, or flash oversized pearl studs with a neutral-toned ensemble that will last through the seasons. These beauties are also gender-neutral, all thanks to Harry Styles strutting in them. So don’t be alarmed if your boyfriend borrows a strand from your jewellery box and rocks it at parties.
Christmas, celebrations, countdown parties, casual brunches, or simply a day out—this is the perfect time of the year to bring out every head-turning and novel bag you have in your arsenal. Think Balenciaga’s glove tote that will keep your arm warm, or a vibrant leather bouquet of blooms that will brighten up your day. Or crank up the quirky quotient with a Birkin Faubourg from Hermès and we guarantee, it’s a surefire collectible for years to come.
An accessory that was a hot favourite in the Noughties is back. Well-loved by designers and pop stars of the era, statement-making chain belts now come with more sophisticated angle. Where it was once loud and flashy, today’s iterations are more subtle and elegant. Styled with two-piece sets or casual get-ups, think of the chain-linked belt as a necklace for your midriff.
The tartan gets reinterpreted with a more punk approach. Grab attention in a fluorescent cropped tartan top laced with spikes, matching footwear and a leather skirt. Or opt for a one-piece wonder with a fun hotchpotch of tartans, and style it up with contrasting fur boots and a spiked collar for good measure. Give a nod to more classic styles as you team your tartan skirts with versatile bomber jackets. Pace the drama by keeping hair and makeup simple and chic.
Pastoral Pleasure
While we’re familiar with Dior’s timeless and charming toile de jouy pieces that depict scences of a hunt, a picnic or simply flora and fauna, many of these pastoral patterns have since evolved and gained traction with the fashion set. Be it a futuristic cityscape on an oversized jacket, or a beach getaway on a summery frock—these picturesque prints are narratives of a moment in time. So, if you’re too busy to take a vacation, cop an outfit that depicts your dream destination—postcards not included.
Wheelin’And Dealin’
We’ve moved on from Barbie. In her place? Biker chicks. Traditionally clad in motocross essentials of graphic t-shirts and leather jackets, these hot babes have taken a more refined route that boasts an unapologetic tough-girl attitude. Studded leather jackets are worn with feminine sheers and tailored separates for that refined touch, and novelty carryalls, like that of Chanel’s Monte Carlo helmet bag, give a nod to the rebellious trend. Get revved up and ready to go!
This article was originally published in Harper's Bazaar Singapore.