New York Fashion Week recently wrapped its fall-winter 2016 runway shows, and there was plenty to take in for the upcoming autumn season. So what’s trending for fall? Top designers like Alexander Wang, Calvin Klein and Marc Jacobs spotlighted everything from plaid to colorful furs on the runway. Take a look at the four top trends from NYFW fall 2016 below.
Rad Plaid
Calvin Klein Fall / Winter 2016
Plaid made a resurgence on the New York Fashion Week runways, and designers gave the trend their very own twist. Gone are the days when plaid is just for grunge and rock and roll styles. With Calvin Klein Collection, creative director Francisco Costa gave a ladylike interpretation with loose-fitting dresses belted at the waist and featuring asymmetrical hemlines.
DKNY Fall / Winter 2016
Rad Plaid–Public School’s Dao-Yi Chow and Maxwell Osborne’s made their sophomore outing with DKNY’s fall-winter 2016 collection. A selection of street style ready looks was accented by jackets in plaid for an edgy take on the print.
Victoria Beckahm Fall / Winter 2016
Rad Plaid—Victoria Beckham has shown an evolution of her personal style with her namesake brand, and for the fall-winter 2016 season, Beckham created a collection that walked the line between the masculine and feminine. The designer explored the check print with large and miniature variations.
Coach Fall / Winter 2016
Rad Plaid—Coach 1941’s fall 2016 collection took on the plaid trend as well. Creative director Stuart Vevers channeled high school style with an outing of varsity jackets, A-line skirts and studded accessories.
Wrapped in Velvet
Ralph Lauren Fall / Winter 2016
At New York Fashion Week, designers gave a velvet touch to the fall-winter 2016 collections. From casual pants to full-on evening wear glamour, the fabrication makes a comeback for the upcoming season. Ahead of his label’s 50th anniversary, Ralph Lauren took on the trend with impressive gowns in colorful hues.
Lacoste Fall / Winter 2016
Wrapped in Velvet—Lacoste’s Felipe Oliveira Baptista was inspired by luxe ski wear for the brand’s fall-winter 2016 collection. The designer used the velvet trend with casual track suits that are a chic way to stay cozy.
Jason Wu Fall / Winter 2016
Wrapped in Velvet–With his fall 2016 collection, Jason Wu moved his woman in a more street wear direction with loose and youthful shapes. Wu used velvet on slinky separates for gamine chic.
Marc Jacobs Fall / Winter 2016
Wrapped in Velvet—Marc Jacobs’ fall 2016 runway collection was all about eclectic style–calling back looks from previous seasons as well as looking to the future. We love this slouchy velvet dress that is serving gothic vibes.
Glossy Leather Coats
Proenza Schouler Fall / Winter 2016
Many New York designers embraced patent leather as fabric choice for coats with the fall 2016 season. We’re talking about everything from naval style pieces to dramatic trenches. At Proenza Schouler, designers Jack McCollough and Lazaro Hernandez created a collection that used the theme of “control and release” including tailored patent leather coats.
Tommy Hilfiger Fall / Winter 2016
Glossy Leather Coats—Tommy Hilfiger went nautical with his fall 2016 collection. His take on the patent leather coat trend featured military inspired cuts decorated with emblems and stripes.
Lacoste Fall / Winter 2016
Glossy Leather Coats–Lacoste’s Felipe Oliveira Baptista brought some structure to fall 2016’s sporty vibes with patent leather coats layered over track pants and high-necked sweaters.
Calvin Klein Collection Fall / Winter 2016
Glossy Leather Coats–Calvin Klein’s Francisco Costa focused on loose and slinky shapes for the brand’s fall-winter 2016 collection. A glossy leather coat also made an appearance on the runway.
Colorful Furs
Oscar de la Renta Fall / Winter 2016
The cold weather season always calls for fur, but for fall 2016, New York Fashion Week designers gave a colorful spin to the trend. Whether real or faux fur, these outerwear looks are sure to grab attention with a variety of hues and color-blocking. At Oscar de la Renta, Peter Copping brought some ladylike appeal with belted, bell-shaped furs.
Vera Wang Fall / Winter 2016
Colorful Furs—Vera Wang brought some luxe to her fall-winter 2016 collection with color-blocked fur coats. No separates were necessary as the pieces were statement making all on their own.
Michael Kors Collection Fall / Winter 2016
Colorful Furs—Michael Kors’ sportswear took a colorful turn with his brand’s fall-winter 2016 collection presented at New York Fashion Week. Fur in green and blue hues popped on the runway.
Diane Von Furstenberg’s Fall / Winter 2016
Colorful Furs—Diane Von Furstenberg was another New York-based designer that embraced the fur trend. Leather coats with faux fur collars were decorated with colorful hues.