The Top 14 Fall 2014 Runway Trends
Of the thousands of looks that came down the fall runways in New York, London, Milan, and Paris last month, there were a few familiar themes, such as midi-skirts, cut-outs, and flat footwear. But far more exciting were the trends that felt entirely new — like the unusual quilting at Dior, Chanel, and Junya Watanabe; wild, color-blocked furs at Altuzarra, Marni, and 3.1 Phillip Lim — and cozy full-length knits at The Row, Marc Jacobs, and Céline. The Cut combed through all the collections to find the top 14 trends for next fall. So, grab a slanket and click through the slideshow below.
Mod, Mod World Like a countercurrent to the long, midi-skirt trend, the 1960s popped up on the European runways, giving the best argument for go ...
Mod, Mod World Like a countercurrent to the long, midi-skirt trend, the 1960s popped up on the European runways, giving the best argument for go go boots and racy miniskirt hemlines.
Boots Made For Walking Whether they seem made for goose-stepping, like at Alexander Wang, or completely covered in glitter, like those at Saint L...
Boots Made For Walking Whether they seem made for goose-stepping, like at Alexander Wang, or completely covered in glitter, like those at Saint Laurent, boots were the subject of a newfound focus this season. Our favorites usually hit over the knee and hugged the length of the leg.
Color-blocked Fur We love how strong color-blocking was everywhere this season, especially in the fur department, where playful color combi...
Color-blocked Fur We love how strong color-blocking was everywhere this season, especially in the fur department, where playful color combinations felt cozy, like at Marni and Altuzarra.
Exquisite Details Shockingly elaborate is how we love our details, whether they featured heavy-faceted embroidered stones like at Alexander Wang,...
Exquisite Details Shockingly elaborate is how we love our details, whether they featured heavy-faceted embroidered stones like at Alexander Wang, or simply colored paillettes and beads embroidered to appear like scales or feathers of a mythical creature, we were happily blown away zooming in on these details.
Flora Meets Fauna Embroidered or simply printed, there was a focus on not just abstracted florals but animal life this season, as seen in ...
Flora Meets Fauna Embroidered or simply printed, there was a focus on not just abstracted florals but animal life this season, as seen in the abstracted monarch-butterfly dress at Givenchy and owls at Valentino.
The Knitting Club Perhas it was the polar vortex whipping its way through New York that had us paying close attention to the full-length knits th...
The Knitting Club Perhas it was the polar vortex whipping its way through New York that had us paying close attention to the full-length knits that came in either dress or long john form. But the trend was reinforced across the pond as well, and always emphasized cozy comfort.
Protect Ya Neck We loved the ubiquitous trend of giant turtlenecks, which were simultaneously cozy and strangely menacing, like a Disney villain....
Protect Ya Neck We loved the ubiquitous trend of giant turtlenecks, which were simultaneously cozy and strangely menacing, like a Disney villain.
The Duster There was no contesting the full-length duster coat as a trend, which appeared in all four cities, in a variety of colors and weights....
The Duster There was no contesting the full-length duster coat as a trend, which appeared in all four cities, in a variety of colors and weights.
Plush Life Quilting, in padded or puffer form, was the texture of the season. It appeared at Dior, Miu Miu, and Chanel in the form of dresses, ja...
Plush Life Quilting, in padded or puffer form, was the texture of the season. It appeared at Dior, Miu Miu, and Chanel in the form of dresses, jackets, and a variety of suits.
Allover Sparkle By itself, a single sequined dress — like the ones on the Marc Jacobs runway — adds a subtle glimmer. But collectively,...
Allover Sparkle By itself, a single sequined dress — like the ones on the Marc Jacobs runway — adds a subtle glimmer. But collectively, they shimmer brightly as the season's bead of choice. Dries Van Noten, No. 21, and Nina Ricci sent a universally sparkly message for fall.
Shear Things Shearling was prevalent in New York (especially at Coach and 3.1 Phillip Lim), but officially became a trend when Prada and Gucci se...
Shear Things Shearling was prevalent in New York (especially at Coach and 3.1 Phillip Lim), but officially became a trend when Prada and Gucci sent a number of coats down the runway. Ranging from natural shades to ombré pastels, it's looking like the dominant outerwear choice for fall.
Slankets Channel your inner Liz Lemon, because cozy times, they are a'coming. Robelike coats and outerwear straight off the bed — like the o...
Slankets Channel your inner Liz Lemon, because cozy times, they are a'coming. Robelike coats and outerwear straight off the bed — like the ones at Yohji Yamamoto, Chloé, Altuzarra, and Hermès — are sure provide a warm and comfortable season ahead.
Laces On Lay-Away Spring's sport sandal has evolved into a larger trend: Sneakers and trainer-esque footwear dominated the runways of Marc by Mar...
Laces On Lay-Away Spring's sport sandal has evolved into a larger trend: Sneakers and trainer-esque footwear dominated the runways of Marc by Marc Jacobs and Chanel. Your feet can, for a little while longer at least, say, Ahhhh.
Vermillionaires Appearing at Prada, Prabal Gurung, and Valentino, this bright, brilliant red stood out this season, from minidresses to covered-u...
Vermillionaires Appearing at Prada, Prabal Gurung, and Valentino, this bright, brilliant red stood out this season, from minidresses to covered-up eveningwear.
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