We’re halfway through the last full month of summer, and while there are still a few weekends left to soak up the golden rays of sunshine– and work on your tan lines– telltale signs of the fall season are starting to peek through in the outfit choices of some of Instagram’s most well-dressed creatives. With T-minus three weeks until New York Fashion Week, texture blending and silhouette manipulation are emerging as simple but effective ways to stand out from the crowd. Excitement is in the air, anticipation is high, and the fits are better than ever.
Toronto-based creative Meron proved ready for fall, expertly layering an emerald green knee-length skirt over bootcut pants and pairing it with a vintage, collarless button-up. Elsewhere, Shenea Walker took Copenhagen Fashion Week in sculptural denim jeans and a cropped rugby-style shirt outfitted with a twisted collar.
This summer has proven that if nostalgia is king, then accessories are its crown jewel. Trends from decades past have been revived in exciting new ways, allowing fashion-forward creatives to explore unique methods of embellishing their looks. This week, ties were worn loose around the neck or, as seen on Amahle Zama, curved and pinned to the side, adding both humor and dramatic flair. Decorative belts were slung around waists, while jewelry became larger and more playful, adding extra spice to looks that were already hot.
The keyword this week? Volume. Pants ballooned from the hips and either tapered at the ankles or puddled around a head-turning shoe. Skirts were big and bold – arriving in busy prints or striking colorways. Silhouettes were challenged, and the construction of ordinary garments was altered, giving way to unexpected and inspired styling combinations.
Let’s be honest; Instagram can be the best place to find your next outfit. There is nothing wrong with grabbing a little inspiration from the Internet, and these creatives brought the best style this week.
