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spring 2014 fashion week
October 7, 2013

The Top 14 Trends From Spring 2014 Fashion Week

By Diana Tsui and Veronica Misako Gledhill

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Fashion Month ended last week, and we took our usual step back to peruse every show from the Spring 2014 offerings to see which trends synthesized across all four cities. Of course, just because something walks on a runway doesn’t mean it will influence anybody’s wardrobe, but when you see certain styling moves or details repeating in all four fashion capitals, it’s a safe bet that you’ll feel their impact. We sifted through show after show to come up with some trends that might have the significance, novelty, and staying power to find their way into our wardrobe next spring: the flying fringe at Altuzarra, Miu Miu, and Dior; the powdery lilac at Prabal Gurung, Wes Gordon, and Burberry, and then again at Christopher Kane; the return of classic knife pleats at Prada, Rochas, and Givenchy; the play of written words embroidered or printed across ready-to-wear at Alexander Wang, Erdem, and then, finally, at Dior. Not all the trends made the cut, like the swingy midi skirts that we saw everywhere, or fur coats that didn’t seem appropriate for spring, or ostrich feathers, which are lovely but better in theory than in practice. Click on to see the thrilling details that we can all look forward to wearing for Spring 2014.

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Chic-o-Pedics Birkenstocks were the flat footwear of choice for fashion editors this season, but by next season, it will be all about the sport s... Chic-o-Pedics Birkenstocks were the flat footwear of choice for fashion editors this season, but by next season, it will be all about the sport sandal, albeit in bright colors or covered in gems. Acne, Marc Jacobs, Céline, MSGM, Givenchy, Dries van Noten, Jil Sander, Marni, and Prada.
Swish on in Chiffon  If you dislike chiffon, Céline and Christian Dior will make you reconsider the bridesmaid's staple. Wear the flo... Swish on in Chiffon  If you dislike chiffon, Céline and Christian Dior will make you reconsider the bridesmaid's staple. Wear the floaty fabric layered under tunics or sweaters to add lightness and movement. Céline, Christian Dior, Christopher Kane, Dion Lee, Fendi, Jonathan Saunders, and Oscar de la Renta.
Crop Tops Keep Cropping Up  Crop tops were everywhere this spring, easily being the most ubiquitous trend to translate from the spring runways t... Crop Tops Keep Cropping Up  Crop tops were everywhere this spring, easily being the most ubiquitous trend to translate from the spring runways to the streets and back again. Balenciaga, Carven, DKNY, Lacoste, Louis Vuitton, Narciso Rodriguez, Peter Som, and Suno.
Dressy Pants  Love it or hate it, many runways featured dresses that were layered over trousers. Expect to see this trend continuing on the red ... Dressy Pants  Love it or hate it, many runways featured dresses that were layered over trousers. Expect to see this trend continuing on the red carpets. Christian Dior, Haider Ackermann, Louis Vuitton, Maison Martin Margiela, Monique Lhuillier, Richard Chai Love, and Sass & Bide.
Get Earthy  From nude to moss green to khaki, neutral, earthy tones served as a palate cleanser among all of the bolder trends. Bottega Veneta,... Get Earthy  From nude to moss green to khaki, neutral, earthy tones served as a palate cleanser among all of the bolder trends. Bottega Veneta, Chloé, Donna Karan, Michael Kors, Givenchy, Valentino, and Hermès.
On the Fringe Far from its grungy hippie roots, fringe became the embellishment of choice this season. Altuzarra, Calvin Klein, Emilio Pucci, Ma... On the Fringe Far from its grungy hippie roots, fringe became the embellishment of choice this season. Altuzarra, Calvin Klein, Emilio Pucci, Marc Jacobs, Miu Miu, Rodarte, and the Row
Big (Girl) Pants Billowy culottes, Bermuda shorts, and wide-leg trousers — the length won't matter, it's all about the way the fabric flows aroun... Big (Girl) Pants Billowy culottes, Bermuda shorts, and wide-leg trousers — the length won't matter, it's all about the way the fabric flows around the legs. Emporio Armani, Marni, 3.1 Phillip Lim, Proenza Schouler, Rodebjer, Sacai, the Row, and Hermès.
Sharpen Your Pleats Get ready to rule every room your enter, because these knife pleats cut a powerful swath with ladylike precision. Cél... Sharpen Your Pleats Get ready to rule every room your enter, because these knife pleats cut a powerful swath with ladylike precision. Céline, Prada, Rochas, Salvatore Ferragamo, Alexander Wang, Viktor and Rolf, Proenza Schouler, and Givenchy.
De-lilac-table  This pale, powdery hue flatters most skin tones and feels as fresh as sorbet after a heavy meal. Giorgio Armani, Antipodium, ... De-lilac-table  This pale, powdery hue flatters most skin tones and feels as fresh as sorbet after a heavy meal. Giorgio Armani, Antipodium, Prabal Gurung, Burberry Prorsum, Christopher Kane, Zac Posen, and Giambattista Valli.
Candy Wrappers  Whether in the form of shiny chain mail, liquid-gold lamé, or toughened-up sequins, the precious-metalic fabrics of spr... Candy Wrappers  Whether in the form of shiny chain mail, liquid-gold lamé, or toughened-up sequins, the precious-metalic fabrics of spring are sweet. Altuzarra, Rochas, Christopher Kane, Dries van Noten, Lanvin, Gucci, and Zero+ Maria Cornejo.
Show Your Panty Line  The totally visible panty takes away the worry of wondering, Do I have VPL? Burberry Prorsum, Chlo&eacut... Show Your Panty Line  The totally visible panty takes away the worry of wondering, Do I have VPL? Burberry Prorsum, Chloé, Dolce & Gabbana, Fendi, Giambattista Valli, Jason Wu, Milly, Oscar de la Renta, and Vionnet.
Get Ruffled  Less girly, more sculptural. Balenciaga, Bottega Veneta, Dries van Noten, Isabel Marant, Lanvin, Rochas, Saint Laurent, and the ... Get Ruffled  Less girly, more sculptural. Balenciaga, Bottega Veneta, Dries van Noten, Isabel Marant, Lanvin, Rochas, Saint Laurent, and the Row.
Simple Sheaths  Slinky and about to slip off the shoulder, slip dresses, that closet staple of the nineties, will be back with a vengeance com... Simple Sheaths  Slinky and about to slip off the shoulder, slip dresses, that closet staple of the nineties, will be back with a vengeance come spring. We loved seeing the look at Wes Gordon, DKNY, Helmut Lang, Max Mara, Preen, rag & bone, Sportmax, and Stella McCartney especially.
Make a Statement  Not since magnetic poetry has word play seemed so much fun. Alexander Wang, Céline, Christopher Kane, Christian D... Make a Statement  Not since magnetic poetry has word play seemed so much fun. Alexander Wang, Céline, Christopher Kane, Christian Dior, Erdem, Kenzo, and Undercover.
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