Fall/Winter 2011 Fashion Trends

Androgynous women seem to be the inspiration for fashion designers for fall/winter 2011. So, don’t throw away your famous trench coat or the military jacket, as they are going to last the next season too. Black office outfits, boyfriend blazers, belts and dark colors are the main elements that can be found in the collections presented on the fashion runways. Still, a touch of femininity and simplicity can be seen in combination with these masculine items.

Military trend

One trend that was extremely popular during the last few seasons comes back for fall/autumn 2011, the military trend; trench coats and military jackets that seem to come straight from the Russian army. Still, this one is different from what we were used to in the other seasons.

Female dandy

The female dandy is still in fashion this fall with an interesting interpretation with skirts and big bows.

 

Femininity

Opposed to the military style, you can see many feminine pieces for the cold season. Light fur-coats, skirts that narrow down to knees, pleated dresses and lacy blouses. Also, for fall 2011 can be described as elegant, sophisticated, and glamorous with short-and-tight dresses as well as long gowns with high splits. Femininity and luxury are the key words in the collection for fall/winter 2011. Airy fabrics, sheer materials with chic fur and leather details. Over the knee boots remain a trend for fall/winter 2011.

Fur

Fur seems to be the main element of fall/winter season. The fur was used not only for coats and jackets, but even for shoes, handbags, and even trousers.

Leather

Trench coats, leather trousers, leather jackets or even a whole leather-look made leather one of the key elements for the next season.

Lace

Lace will be a famous item for fall-winter add femininity to their collection by completing the office look with lace and other boudoir fabrics, while lace tops strapless dress are unique.

Red

Red will definitely be the main color for fall/winter as it appears in almost every collection; intense red for elegant and extremely feminine combinations of red, yellow, and green.

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