The infectious buzz of New York Fashion Week always provides an exciting thrill heading into fall. Each year, we eagerly anticipate the jaw-dropping street style, elaborate runway sets, and instagram sensations. But most of all, we love identifying the hottest trends of the impending season. This year’s collections were brimming with fashionable inspiration, and we’ve recapped the top 10 trends with corresponding picks from our site. Click ahead to discover the cutting edge of up-and-coming style through the lens of exquisitely handmade craftsmanship.
1. CRINKLED TEXTURE
Fashion blogger darling Isa Arfen paid homage to texture with her crinkled silk designs. You can do the same with our Silk and Cashmere Blue Scarf by FROM THE ROAD. Nepalese weavers achieve the gorgeous crinkled pleat by handweaving highly twisted cashmere yarn with strands of raw silk.
2. TIE-DYE
Tie-dye gets a sophisticated update with ethereal designs by Baja East. Recreate the effect with our Red and Grey Cashmere Drake Scarf from Fischer Karlsson. Each scarf is individually hand dyed in Los Angeles.
3. MODERN NOMAD
We love how Frame Denim’s new collection intermixes classic denim silhouettes with nomadic influences. Tasseled textiles doubled as effortless wraps, lending a global feel to light-wash boyfriend jeans and simple white tank tops. Our DARA Collection Asgar Bath Sheet embodies the modern nomad trend with its embroidered geometric border, not to mention its historic origins in the Anatolian region of Turkey.
4. SHADES OF INDIGO
Our collaboration with indigo master dyer Aboubakar Fofana has transformed us into lifelong devotees of the color’s rich manifestations. We were thrilled to see shades of indigo highlighted in Rachel Comey’s fashion week presentation. Shop the trend with any of Fofana’s stunning handmade pieces, like this beautiful Stitch Resist Pillow.
5. GRAPHIC BLACK & WHITE
The stark elegance of graphic black and white patterning was on full display in Rag & Bone’s powerful collection. Acoma pottery captures a similarly eye-catching aesthetic with its two-toned geometric minimalism. The mind-numbing complexity of Acoma pottery is a sight to behold, creating the perfect decorative accent in any home.
6. LONG, LAYERED NECKLACES
While the clothing in Tory Burch’s latest collection was stunning as always, it was the jewelry that truly captured our attention this season. Long necklaces embodied a dramatic sense of movement and proportion on the runway. Replicate the trend with any of Lena Skadegard’s enchanting pieces.
7. CAPES
Rebecca Minkoff’s inspiring collection confirmed that capes are the new jackets this season. Our Alpaca Cape by Wayra and Padra Whipstitch Cape by FROM THE ROAD elevate this cutting-edge trend to a new level with exquisite details and handmade sophistication.
8. BOLDLY BEADED JEWELRY
We love the dramatic potential of boldly beaded jewelry, and Derek Lam’s Andalucia-inspired collection did not disappoint. Jump on board the trend with chunky pieces by CATHs, Sidai Designs, and Meyelo.
9. DIAMOND PRINT STATEMENT CLUTCHES
We couldn’t help falling in love with the textural quilted diamond design of Kate Spade’s new statement clutch. Our Black & White Diamond Clutch by País Textil embodies the same combination of classic, day-to-night practicality with the added appeal of exquisitely handwoven craftsmanship.
10. TIMELESS LEATHER TOTES
A beautiful brown leather tote will never go out of style, but we love watching how designers like Altuzarra reinterpret the trend from season-to-season. Our Honey Leather Tote by Martinez C. brings traditional Colombian artisan techniques to the classic silhouette.
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