TRENDS THAT DEFINED OUR RUNWAYS
25 March 2024
After another successful Festival, the looks and styles that dominated our Premium Runways are paving the way for a fashion-forward 2024.
This year's take: sheer is back (again), keep on layering, officewear is for everyday and pants look great cropped.
24/7 OFFICEWEAR
Corporate clothing isn’t just for the office. We saw a juxtaposition of traditional and unconventional styles take the runway. There were familiar pieces like suits, pinstripes and vests, whereas other brands bridged sportswear and professional, rejecting the rigidness of a classic 9-5 attire. Corp-core is rising in the ranks of popularity as it blends everyday wear with high fashion creating an elevated look.
Shop the Trend: Best Jumpers, Godwin Charli, Par Moi, Tomba
ROMANTIC SHEER
Sheer is here to stay. A touch of romance draws our attention to detail - undergarments peeking through, tulle pleats, lacing and hardware. On our runway, sheer pieces were both delicate and sweet, edgy and sexy, which is versatile for all. Sheer pieces can add a dainty, elegant flare or even an edgy, daring hook to any outfit making it one of our favourite trends of the year.
Shop the Trend: Banded Together, Gail Sorronda, Nevenka
MODERN LAYERING
Softer basics refreshed with layering - skirts as tops, or worn over pants, which create dreamy, creative silhouettes. On the other side, heavier and bolder pieces add further dimension and are the perfect formula for cooler weather. It is all about the details when it comes to layering as it can be used to amplify any basic outfit, creating shape.
Shop the Trend: Chris Ran Lin, Nevenka, Viktoria & Woods, Wah Wah
THE CROPPED PANT
Pants stopping at your knee add extra shape and dimension. We saw tailored shorts to mid-length capris, paired with statement shoe; this trend creates stylish silhouettes that also allow a moment for showcasing the footwear. This length is the perfect trans-seasonal piece to have in any wardrobe during the Autumn months as the weather begins to cool down.
Shop the Trend: Goodbyes, Gotham, Perple, Pfeiffer
NOSTALGIC LEATHER
From skirts, to sets and cropped biker jackets, leather is all the rage. Rooted in the bold statements of 80s fashion and complementing Melbourne's penchant for nostalgic styles, leather remains a timeless staple. We saw faux and vintage leather adding texture, structure and volume to seasoned looks as we move into autumn. Leather is easy to dress up or down making it the perfect fabric for your wardrobe all year round.
Shop the Trend: Banded Together, Manning Cartell, Sass & Bide, Viktoria & Woods
Explore more trends and styles through our Shop the Runway edit.