FASHION

Highlights from London Fashion Week Spring 2016

W’s editors choose the most influential looks of the upcoming season.


J.W. Anderson
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Burberry A slip dress with sporty flats and a backpack is a fresh and easy combination for Spring.” – Rickie de Sole, Fashion Market and Accessories Director.

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J.W. Anderson “Oversized leg o’ mutton sleeves, teeny tiny bra tops, raucous Keith Haring-like scrawls—J.W. Anderson presented a plethora of provocative ideas that will undoubtedly take some time to process.” – Karin Nelson, Features Editor.

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Versace Versace “Donatella Versace and creative director Anthony Vaccarello chose London for their latest Versus show, bringing all the skin-baring, leather pieces we’ve come to expect along with them. ” – Karin Nelson, Features Editor.

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Jonathan Saunders “Jonathan Saunder received a jolt of new investment this year, and his silky, colorful collection, presented under a sun-drenched tent, was clear indication that things are looking bright for him. ” – Karin Nelson, Features Editor.

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Mary Katrantzou “Always exploring new terrain, Mary Katrantzou looked to the stars for her beautifully intricate new collection. ” – Karin Nelson, Features Editor.

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Emilia Wickstead “With her billowy silhouettes and soft color palette, Emilia Wickstead gave her London society girls lots of pretty things to look forward to come spring.” – Karin Nelson, Features Editor.

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Erdem “Though inspired by 19th century American pioneers—and their buttoned-up Victorian dress codes— Erdem’s beautifully wrought dresses had a very sensuous air to them. ” – Karin Nelson, Features Editor.

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Barbara Casasola “After all the florals, lace, and billowy bell sleeves on the London runways, Barbara Casasola’s serene collection was a wonderful palette cleanser. ” – Karin Nelson, Features Editor.

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Christopher Kane “Though never mentioned as a reference, Burning Man seemed to be the big inspiration for Kane’s collection, and its abundance of neon fringe, plastic, and glow-stick accessories. ” – Karin Nelson, Features Editor.

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Peter Pilotto “Peter Pilotto toned down his signature prints this season, resulting in an elegantly subdued collection. ” – Karin Nelson, Features Editor.

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Marques ‘Almeida “Flush with LVMH money, Marques ’Almeida have introduced more sophisticated materials, while still retaining their raw-edged appeal. ” – Karin Nelson, Features Editor.

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Anya Hindmarch “Anya Hindmarch’s presentations are never dull affairs; this season, she packed it with witty references to British brands as in cobalt knee-highs emblazoned with the Boots drugstore logo. ” – Karin Nelson, Features Editor.

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