FASHION ROUNDUP: FALL TRENDS FROM THE RUNWAYS

Fall and winter fashion shows are typically dominated by dark hues, but the Fashion Week 2010 collections unveiled some new twists and unexpected textures for basic blacks and even some splashes of bright colors. One recurrent theme was the metallic dresses, which were represented by just about every designer, as well as hints of bright colors, gray leggings and texturing with feathers, ruffles and faux furs, wrapped effortlessly around the body. Check out how some of the industry heavyweights flaunted these fab trends below.

Brights

Erin Fetherston, Victoria Beckham, Carolina Herrera, Carlos Miele and Rachel Roy spiced up their dark palettes with bright orange and violet hues, as well as brick red.

Carlos Miele		Erin Fetherston

Heavy Metal

Whether you love or hate metallics, you will want to jazz up your wardrobe with at least one metallic dress this fall (you have plenty of time to warm up to the idea)! The runways were shimmering with nearly every designer including Diane von Furstenberg and Salvatore Ferragamo flaunting this bold trend.

Catherine Malandrino	Tadashi Shoji	Salvatore Ferragamo
Erin Fetherston	Catherine Malandrino	Carlos Miele

Feathers and Furs

‘Looking to make a statement? Aim high with a faux fur or swath of feathers draped over the shoulders. This trend was prevalent with Luca Luca, Catherine Malandrino and Thakoon.

Carlos Miele	Catherine Malandrino	Catherine Malandrino

Gray Leggings and Nude Shoes

This is easy – hop on these trend bandwagons!

Sachin & Babi for Ankasa		Daniel Vosovic

Mix and Match Basic Blacks

Transition into fall by donning a summery cream or white dress with a black jacket like this Erin Fetherston look, or give your basic blacks some texture by adding layers and a belt, or a hint of lace. Voila!

Erin Fetherston	Kaelen	Erin Fetherston