If you were paying attention at fashion week, you’d have noticed that the colour of the season was red. From pillar-box to crimson, Max Mara to Victoria Beckham, it’s bloody well everywhere. When rocking rouge, we suggest you style it monochromatically, making it all about the fiery hue. Here’s our pick of this season’s finest statement pieces.
For daytime with a little Eastern elegance this Borgo De Nor dress nails two trends in one: power red, as we like to call it, and kimono styling. Pair it with low-key slides and subtle jewellery to make the ultimate statement.
It’s no secret that red is perfect for cocktail hour and a striking gown in the shade will never go out of fashion. We adore this Stella McCartney fringed midi here
or for a little added wow, this Isabel Sanchis cocktail dress will ensure you’re the rebel of the ball.
Double-breasted jackets and military styling are both hot right now so this Balmain blazer will serve as a seriously stylish autumn throw-on. Pair it with well-tailored black trousers and killer heels for perfect power-dressing prowess.
For evening attire, this two-tone Antonia Berardi coat worn over a body-skimming red dress will convey colour-clashing in all its glory.
Velvet has been a major material on the catwalks for the last few seasons and there are few more majestic materials. Alberta Ferretti’s lion embellished cape may not be the easiest item to wear but, boy, will you turn heads!
Alberta Ferretti Milan Womenswear Fall Winter 2017 Milan February 2017
For an easier but equally glam cape, try Valentino’s oversized version slung over jeans and simple sandals.
To wear red on the bottom half we love statement trousers paired with simple whites and nudes. Dress up in Philosophy Di Lorenzo Serafini’s new season trews
or dress down in a pair of track pants à la Gucci’s effortlessly cool wide-legged jogger.
Written by Thea Carley
