London Fashion Week fall ’20 is well under way, with stellar shows from some of the city’s most exciting and innovative designers. From Shrimps, which returned to the schedule with a royal family-inspired show, to queen-of-color Roksanda, whose show drew an A-list front row, via Molly Goddard, who brought teen spirit and tulle, it’s been a thrilling season so far.
With sustainability being the central topic of conversation in fashion right now (and rightly so) and the coronavirus outbreak stopping emerging talent like ASAI from showing on schedule (the Fashion East graduate’s factory was forcibly shut down by the Chinese government), it’s a strange time for the British fashion industry.
One thing, however, that London Fashion Week is always able to do is remind us of the joy and creativity of personal style. Ahead, see how influencers, editors, and showgoers clashed prints, remixed color combos, and gave us unexpected but totally brilliant get-ups. Here’s the best street style from fall ’20.
Serotonin-boosting colors keep Storm Dennis at bay, and we love a cloud-like bag for the night bus home.PHOTOGRAPHED BY KIRSTY SIMWe’ve seen a lot of thin puffer jackets layered under other coats; we also note the genius of a wipe-clean bag in wet weather.PHOTOGRAPHED BY KIRSTY SIMIf there was ever a look to make us momentarily forget the gray sky, this is it. PHOTOGRAPHED BY KIRSTY SIMYou can’t fault a pair of classic Vans.PHOTOGRAPHED BY KIRSTY SIMVanessa Redgrave and daughter Joely Richardson lit up the front row at Roksanda in these sumptuous shades yesterday.PHOTOGRAPHED BY KIRSTY SIMWe’re digging the move away from sparkly hair accessories in favor of more relaxed ones, like this mustard bow. PHOTOGRAPHED BY KIRSTY SIMWhen it’s cold outside, swaddle yourself in scarves that double up as blankets. PHOTOGRAPHED BY KIRSTY SIMYet another head-to-toe tonal look that has us forgetting Storm Dennis.PHOTOGRAPHED BY KIRSTY SIMWe love this coordinating teal top and scrunchie.PHOTOGRAPHED BY KIRSTY SIMMaybe the best rainproof jacket is a leather one?PHOTOGRAPHED BY KIRSTY SIMBaseball caps were a surprising substitute for an umbrella this season. PHOTOGRAPHED BY KIRSTY SIMWhich one? A cap or a bucket hat?PHOTOGRAPHED BY KIRSTY SIMHeritage check is still doing the rounds. Net-A-Porter’s buying director Elizabeth von der Goltz keeps her look autumnal with these rust shades.PHOTOGRAPHED BY KIRSTY SIMOur favorite turbo boots came in oranges and yellows rather than black and white.PHOTOGRAPHED BY KIRSTY SIMWe love a subtly coordinated pair.PHOTOGRAPHED BY KIRSTY SIMQuilted jackets are still our favorite way to keep warm.PHOTOGRAPHED BY KIRSTY SIMOr you could go all out and wear your duvet outside.PHOTOGRAPHED BY KIRSTY SIMWe have so much respect for this showgoer’s commitment to an evening-appropriate look in this weather. Very Blair Waldorf.PHOTOGRAPHED BY KIRSTY SIMThe best way to weather-proof your hair is by braiding it – and loading up on gold jewelry.PHOTOGRAPHED BY KIRSTY SIMThere’s something so satisfying and uncomplicated about a floor-skimming dress and coat.PHOTOGRAPHED BY KIRSTY SIMXXL collars and knitted sweater vests have to be our favorite pairing this season.PHOTOGRAPHED BY KIRSTY SIMNow this is how to style out the rain. PHOTOGRAPHED BY KIRSTY SIMWho said covering up with a puffer had to mean utilitarian? Look at those Medusa-esque earrings! PHOTOGRAPHED BY KIRSTY SIMWe love every single element of this look, but the duck egg blue gloves have to be our favorite. PHOTOGRAPHED BY KIRSTY SIMCostume designer Sandy Powell always gives us a masterclass in color.PHOTOGRAPHED BY KIRSTY SIMGuests on their way to the Roksanda show, wearing the designer’s most sumptuous colors.PHOTOGRAPHED BY KIRSTY SIMWe’ll be investing in an XXL sunglasses chain for summer, then.PHOTOGRAPHED BY KIRSTY SIMThis shot of color is just what we needed today.PHOTOGRAPHED BY KIRSTY SIMAnother case for the classic leather jacket. PHOTOGRAPHED BY KIRSTY SIMThe first metallics we’ve seen this season, and boy, do we like ’em.PHOTOGRAPHED BY KIRSTY SIMMore quilted jackets and pouch bags. PHOTOGRAPHED BY KIRSTY SIMThis glimpse of sparkle! Magic.PHOTOGRAPHED BY KIRSTY SIMMore color to blow the cobwebs away.PHOTOGRAPHED BY KIRSTY SIMWhen in doubt, don your comfiest kicks.PHOTOGRAPHED BY KIRSTY SIMBig Bird goes disco!PHOTOGRAPHED BY KIRSTY SIMOur love of green just won’t quit. This mohair number is pitch-perfect.PHOTOGRAPHED BY KIRSTY SIMFlashes of orange, printed tights, and mock croc? Yes, please!PHOTOGRAPHED BY KIRSTY SIMThey make taking refuge from nasty weather look chic. PHOTOGRAPHED BY KIRSTY SIMIf you’re into the simplicity of minimalism, but you’re tired of beige overkill, this slate gray will do the trick. PHOTOGRAPHED BY KIRSTY SIMOne way to tackle the rain? Head-to-toe tonal.PHOTOGRAPHED BY KIRSTY SIMWe couldn’t love this teal and white get-up any more if we tried! Plus, another spotting of color-block tights…PHOTOGRAPHED BY KIRSTY SIMA lesson in color if ever we saw one! The tan skirt and cowboy print boots tie together the zingy lime and tangerine.PHOTOGRAPHED BY KIRSTY SIMWe’ve always had a soft spot for ’70s dagger collars. PHOTOGRAPHED BY KIRSTY SIMThe way to make your florals seem less dated? Pops of one color and a pair of heavy-duty Dr. Martens.PHOTOGRAPHED BY KIRSTY SIM…it’s also a good way to break up an otherwise head-to-toe black look. Note to self: Invest in an ’80s leather bomber jacket.PHOTOGRAPHED BY KIRSTY SIMTie-dye and paint-splattered pieces will be summer’s prints du jour. PHOTOGRAPHED BY KIRSTY SIMThis biohazard suit is two fingers up to the 9-5’s stuffy sartorial expectations.PHOTOGRAPHED BY KIRSTY SIMMore turbo boots and Dr. Martens spotted…PHOTOGRAPHED BY KIRSTY SIMPerhaps the secret to nailing street style is to own one oversized standout bag?PHOTOGRAPHED BY KIRSTY SIMWe love the fuchsia blazer cutting through this otherwise muted look.PHOTOGRAPHED BY KIRSTY SIMAll-out denim never looked so fresh.PHOTOGRAPHED BY KIRSTY SIMSenior fashion market editor at Net-A-Porter Libby Page proves that there’s life in the greige trend still.PHOTOGRAPHED BY KIRSTY SIMRip up the rule book (and your tartan trousers).PHOTOGRAPHED BY KIRSTY SIMA T-shirt, chunky chain, and statement heels make business casual infinitely cooler. PHOTOGRAPHED BY KIRSTY SIMA trend we noticed first at Copenhagen Fashion Week, and now in London. Two-tone is the new way to do minimalism. PHOTOGRAPHED BY KIRSTY SIMGreens of every hue are still big news, but this olive shade has to be our favorite yet. PHOTOGRAPHED BY KIRSTY SIMA Margot Tenenbaum-style brown faux fur coat never goes amiss.PHOTOGRAPHED BY KIRSTY SIMSqueal! The teeniest bag going, plus we’re falling for that fuchsia and tangerine combo. PHOTOGRAPHED BY KIRSTY SIM
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