Colors
Fall’s shades of grey transition into winter’s essential shades varying from heather to charcoal grey. Winter whites and basic blacks return this season yet are updated with accents of creamy coppers and antique shades of gold . Key base colors greatly contrast this winter pairing navy blues with classic plums chocolate browns and blacks. Vital accent colors this season range from varying shades of indigo to sapphire blues and vivid to rustic reds. For denim, go with dense or bleached grays and blacks paired with pieces in dusty pastels or washed out velvety shades for an especially chic and modern look.
Fabrics
Snuggle up in winter knitted garments, one of this season’s coziest trends. Tailored wool is the perfect fabric for creating sleek elegant lines and silhouettes. Cable knits are especially popular this season as well as the classic tweeds, corduroys and velvets. For a softer touch, caress your skin with hand made or smooth faced cashmeres. Also, find pierces with angora and mohair threads often matched with light fabrics such as organza. This season, find leathers that are reptilian influenced, or aged and embossed with textured surface patterns. Fur is also significant this season, updated with an especially modern contrast of glossy patent or metallic leather.
Prints and Textures
This season, you’ll find winter looks that are minimal yet classic. Your favorite jackets, skirts and pants can be found in timeless prints such as herringbone, cheveron and varying pinstriped lines. Plaids and checks are especially fierce and found as large scale and bold prints. Houndstooth persists from fall and can be found on all key pieces, especially essential coats and other key winter accessories.
Details and Silhouettes
Fall slowly transitions into winter by persevering the delicate balance of volume and definition. Transition from the straight leg to the wider leg trouser this winter and find essential jackets cropped just above the waist. Also, define your femininity with cinching at the waist or a high waist skirt. Look for oversized buttons and accent with flirty and fashionable gloves of varying lengths and styles- sure to make a statement wherever you stand. Coats this season epitomize the balance of volume and definition with exaggeration in the sleeves and shoulder lines. If you’re looking for a style truly unique to you, imitate menswear silhouettes, offering volume with a soft structure. Winter’s lines are crisp and clean yet still with pleating that’s visually alluring.
Winter Fashion Trends