trends & subcultures

Mini bags, tank tops & pleated skirts, as Paris would say — that’s hot.

A springtime layer teeming with character.

Read all about Spring 21’s biggest, widest trend.

Noughties frames, XXL shades and more.

Discover how five industry-insiders enjoyed this season’s shows.

Pearls, charms, logos and more.

Lounge like it's 2005.

Become the talk of The Ton.

The right way to step into the new year.

The stylish secret to cementing your new exercise habit

It’s basically normcore for people who pretend they like the outdoors.

These brands are after our home heart.

How to rock the trend without looking like a tourist.

Which shades will you be wearing next year?

We're poppin' bottles 🍼🍼🍼

A panel of experts discusses the future of the industry.

Pared-back tips by @slipintostyle and @alexisforeman.

Turn your denim collection into an art gallery.

It's growing on us.

Go West for autumn with these fashion-editor-approved tips.

Necklaces come in all shapes and sizes, but you’ll want to get things just right — length, style and charm included.

Your grandma, but like, hip.

It’s a big watch world out there – so where do you start?

Please don’t touch my Raf.

Mastering the art of dressing from the waist up.

Enter the world of Assouline. Discover our selection of the best coffee table books to own — from travel books to fashion books, food, streetwear & more.

Dropping racks on racks on tracks(uits)

Less is more.

Minimal design, maximum aesthetic.

Time to drip in colour or drown in it.

Wrap yourself in something thick and chunky.

That 70s Show starring Gucci.

The devil wears Prada.

No swoosh. No stripes. No triple letters.

Get in loser, we're going shopping.

CH-CH-CH-CHANGING.

Meet the Californian designer that's pioneering the new wave of streetwear.

No, the denim tuxedo is not one of them.

We sell seashells from the seashore.

We're being dad serious.

Helping you get something off your chest.

Take your pick here.

Do or do not. There is no try.

Neo Mint to make the girls/boys wink.

We've called in the colour experts.

Who says fashion can’t be functional?

The Good, The Rad & The Funky

Which hue will define your year?

Shine Bright Like a Diamond

Take Cover.

A sneaker with some soul.

Opposites attract.

Totally out of this world.

Inject some Vitamin C into your style.

The Top Gear of streetwear or the new-gen menswear version of the Spice Girls.

If it strains the eyes, add it to your cart.

Sporty Calvin Klein, flirty Fleur du Mal or perfect in La Perla? For every kind of woman there’s the underwear to match this Valentine’s Day

Whether you’re looking to slip into the hi-fashion sock styles of Balenciaga and Fendi, or the more traditional shapes or Nike, Adidas and Puma, be certain that the sock sneaker trend is here to stay...

No dainty loafers here… that sound you hear is the stomping of this season’s must-have military footwear: the combat boot

Shine on! These gold trousers are just made for all you style magpies out there…

We’ve got the most amazing pieces of the season all sewn up, just in time for Wool Week…

Diane von Furstenberg once said, 'I design for the woman who loves being a woman.' This statement captures what 70s fashion was all about: freedom of expression and fierce individuality. Although characterised by a wide range of different trends, this era was also marked by its sense of flair – not to be confused with flares, although those were also a cornerstone of 1970s fashion.

Fashion photographer Kevin Tachman was backstage at the Giambattista Valli show for Farfetch at this year's Paris Couture show.

We take a closer look at dominant menswear trends from London Fashion Week Men's. Explore key looks that will influence your wardrobe for ss18.

Historically the sartorial domain of Catwoman and sex shops, PVC clothes are being rehabilitated on the catwalks by designers as diverse as Lanvin and Nina Ricci, as well as appearing in the wardrobes of numerous style icons.

Whether it’s actresses wearing all black in support of the #metoo movement, or designers referencing oversized tailoring, right now power dressing is enjoying a well-deserved moment in the spotlight.

Set any preconceptions about crochet being traditional or twee to one side: a new summer staple has moved out of the haberdashery, and innovative ways to wear crochet are being weaved.

From their rustic beginnings to the sartorial spotlight, corduroy trousers have seen a resurgence that's placed them firmly in the category of must-have wardrobe staples. 

Discover exclusive Retrosuperfuture sunglasses that are set to sell out fast from the WOK boutique in Italy.

There's been an intriguing development on the autumn/winter 2016 catwalks. Minimal shoes – particularly trainers – have worked their way into high fashion. Coach and Philipp Plein both featured white designs at their AW16 shows, while trends like normcore and sports-luxe have long popularised minimal trainers.

With the pink dresses trend exploding onto the catwalks, this eye-catching hue has proved it isn't just for Wednesdays anymore. From Céline to Gucci, models were dipped in shades ranging from dusky cherry blossom to Barbie bright.

Leopard prints have taken part in more cultural – and countercultural – movements than Madonna. Diana Vreeland once declared "I’ve never met a leopard print I didn’t like!" – and the fashion industry mostly agrees.

The catwalks have decided – for work and for play, the block heel ankle boot is the perfect sartorial choice. With its roots back in Roger Vivier’s 1965 Pilgrim Pump collection for YSL, the block heel has often been used as a way to subvert the norm and challenge the status quo.

It's all change for bathrobes right now. No longer relegated to indoors-only nightwear, robes are joining pyjamas and silky nightdress-referencing slips in moving out of the bedroom and onto the streets.

The latest street-style staple has officially arrived: khaki pants. With a sartorial presence everywhere from the biggest fashion blogs to the streets outside men’s Fashion Week, khaki pants for men and women might not seem like a particularly new idea at first glance – but this time round, they're being worn differently than ever before.

Velvet clothing has been through renaissance after renaissance since it dominated in the 90s under the influence of iconic designers like Tom Ford at Gucci and John Galliano at Christian Dior.

British heritage brands have made a comeback. Once, labels such as Barbour, Gloverall and Hunter were the exclusive preserve of the landed gentry – or at least someone who owned a couple of stables.

For AW16, designers paid special attention to the belt. Whether it was tied paper-bag-style at Phillip Lim and Tibi, or took the form of a jumper nonchalantly thrown around the waist by Phoebe Philo for her end-of-show bow, belts for women played a key role in the autumn/winter 2016 catwalks.

There are many style lessons from Sex and the City to be learned, and its dialogue with fashion is undeniably a key to the show's enduring success.

Hawaiian shirts are making a big fashion comeback in all their tropical glory. Gone are the days of your dad dancing in a brightly patterned Aloha shirt on holiday.

Hipster hangover or hot trend? Whatever your opinion, geek glasses have returned to the catwalk with a nerdy vengeance.

The kimono fashion trend has long been a hugely popular one – even in the West, where they've been around longer than you might think.

Nothing can quite beat ruffles when it comes to striking the perfect balance between feminine allure and high drama

If the Met Gala is a signifier of the current zeitgeist – and with its reputation as ‘fashion’s prom’, it invariably is – the embellished dress trend was one of 2016’s most prominent.

Hats are back, in a big way. BCBG Max Azaria and Tommy Hilfiger embraced the 90s revival by sending colourful bucket hats down the catwalk in their respective SS16 shows, while fedoras featured in collections by DSquared2 and Diesel, and Gucci showcased pillar box and pom-pom designs.

Distressed jeans are making a comeback. But we're not talking 80s-tastic, Bananarama bleached double denim here – it’s subtle fraying and artisan embellishments that have been dominating the catwalks since SS15.

Strong feminist style icons have regularly defied social expectations, breaking fashion rules in the process. From Virginia Woolf to Angelina Jolie, women’s rights activists have transformed our world, as well as our wardrobes.

As our longest established tennis tournament, Wimbledon is a true summer highlight — for sport and fashion.

AW16 was all about ruling military fashion like a master. From Burberry’s timeless trench coats to Alexander McQueen’s dress-uniform suits, the military trend was prominent for both men and women.

Pondering how to pull off head-to-toe sequins? Wear them all over. While sparkle is scattered across the catwalks season after season, full sequin looks dominated the AW16 ready-to-wear collections of several designers.

Stylish sweatpants have evolved from ultimate fashion faux pas to catwalk classic. A symbol of effortlessness, these items are now a stalwart of the athleisure trend, with its strong links to urban style and the music industry.

Everyone needs a Burberry trench coat in their wardrobe, that's a given. But to understand why this iconic piece has become such a quintessential piece of modern fashion, it is necessary to unearth the history of the Burberry trench coat.

Since its inception 70 years ago, the simple bikini has become a summer staple. Fashion’s boldest bikini icons are now household names – just one mention of a 70s white two-piece and an image of Ursula Andress in Dr No is instantly conjured.

Lights, camera, fashion. From cult indie flicks to cultural phenomena, the most stylish films of all time make for the ultimate movie marathons.

Hosted in some of London’s most iconic venues, the British Fashion Awards (BFA) is an extravaganza of British style.

Ever since Jean Paul Gaultier’s Les Tatouages collection in 1994, tattoos on the catwalk have been a mark of rebellious artistry.

From the rich autumnal tones of the Gucci SS15 collection to Saint Laurent’s lascivious take on mini dresses a year later, ‘70s fashion is having a moment

Luxe sportswear style isn’t going anywhere. Dirk Schönberger, Creative Director of the Adidas Sports Style Division declared, “it’s a moment of sportswear in fashion,” and it seems to be a lasting one.

90s fashion was dominated by two seemingly opposing aesthetics – high-fashion models and thrift shop chic. The polarised mix of glamour and grunge was representative of the radical changes society was facing.

A key trend for spring/summer 2016 in their diminutive ankle boot form, thigh-high or at least over-the-knee women’s cowboy boots, are a footwear staple for autumn/winter 2016 and beyond as well. We take a look at the latest iterations, offering tips on nailing the look with expert precision.

Fashion at the Frieze Art Fair in London is an intrinsic element to the exhibitions, from industry high-rollers sponsoring events to attendees creating the latest street trends. We take an in-depth look at what this globally recognised event means for fashion as well as art.

From high-shine fabrics and outlandish ruffles to yoga-ready leggings and outsized knits, we're seeing 80s fashion trends coming back strong. We walk you through some of the iconic 80s fashion trends that are re-emerging on the catwalks and in your wardrobes.

Fashion inspired by Pokémon Go means the likes of Ponyta and Poliwhirl aren’t just lurking on the Strand or hovering in front of Vogue House: they’re on the catwalks, too. These colourful creatures have already conquered our smartphones, and now they’re invading our wardrobes.

As a statement of style and elegance, the fedora has stood the test of time. It's been adopted by numerous subcultures over the years, with particular roots in the old Hollywood, jazz and ska scenes.

In a world of high-street copycats, fashion logos are the last word in authenticity. With an ability to convey a brand’s character in just a couple of simple but distinctive symbols, these crests are as useful as they are ubiquitous.

Fashion anoraks and cool cagoules are the next instalment of the unstoppable normcore trend, which has seen square specs and mum jeans grace even the most stylish of wardrobes.