Fashion GorJess Blog: From Shiny skirts to floral shirts

From Shiny skirts to floral shirts - The top trends for Spring 16

By Unknown 10:24

It may not feel like Spring is approaching just yet, it's pouring rain and I feel sorry for any lambs being born into the alphabetical storm phenom-on we have been enduring. But... one thing we can enjoy is the fabulous Spring trends that hit the Catwalks last year and now the high streets stores are heaving with their own beautiful versions that I want to spend all my wages on!

Here are some of the top looks for this season:

Cut-out couture:
Skirt slits were all the rage at London Fashion Week, with many designers jumping on the trend and showing off a bit (well, a lot) of leg. Topshop, Pringle and Issa all had a significant amount of cut-outs in their collections, from keyhole details at the waist to dramatic split skirts. Slits ranged from the demure, knee-length cuts to ones that reached the hip-bone, so it seems that daring cut-outs will be pretty big this season.

One of my favourite websites who currently do this trend really well is AQ/AQ - they design dresses and clothes for all occasions and I just ordered this dress for a wedding and it fits so amazing I can't wait to wear it!

Gigi Hadid starred in Couture Fashion Week by walking at the Versace show in this fabulous cut out creation

Talli Cross Front Knee Length Dress - Black

The cut out cross-front dress I just purchased from www.aqaq.com/

Fashion throwbacks:
From 1970's suede and fringe (Marc Jacobs and Calvin Klein) to 1980's style puffy sleeves and ruffles (Michael Kors, Miu Miu, Roberto Cavalli) to 1990's Kate Moss style bomber jackets, wellies and bedroom chic (Alexander Wang, Saint Laurent and Chloe), SS16 is largely influenced by fashion throwbacks.

Ruffles, Boho 90s Chic and Fringe all dominated the Catwalk and now the high street stores have created their own interpretations for SS16

Olivia Palermo just always seems to get it right - she absolutely owns the suede and fringe trend here

River Island has a gorgeous suede collection at the moment - shop the trend

Sea chic and stripes

The nautical look is a trend that has been around for a long time and shows no signs of dating any time soon. It is probably one of the most wearable and chic fashion trends and the simple formula of blue, white and stripes is one we can all embrace. Add a pop of red to the outfit and your maritime look is complete.

Ralph Lauren always perfects the nautical stripes on the catwalk

1. Topshop: Red suede court shoes, stripe top and leather jacket
2. Oasis: Striped skinny rib polo neck & peg leg trousers and Striped Shirttails Top
3. River Island: Striped Top and bag - Shop the trend

Gingham
Victoria Beckham and Miu Miu reintroduced Gingham to the SS16 catwalk, making picnic chic stylish once again. There is something really girly about this trend and it is the perfect summer print. Go full on square with a gingham dress, or remain understated with a pop of the design on a blouse or a pair of trousers.

Victoria Beckham's SS16 Gingham Collection

Asos have a wide selection of gingham dresses, like this one from Jack Wills
Shop the collection here

Gingham trousers from Zara - Shop here

Girly prints

While winter is all about rich tones and fabrics, S/S is an opportunity to liven up your wardrobe with brighter colours and playful prints. From flirty floral to chic checks, prints are set to make a massive comeback again this season.

Mandatory Credit: Photo by REX/Shutterstock (5074211s) Peyton Knight on the catwalk Victoria Beckham show, Spring Summer 2016, New York Fashion Week, America - 13 Sep 2015

Victoria Beckham showed a collection full of vibrant prints in her SS16 Show

Shop girly prints in Warehouse

Mirror Image:

High shine fabrics are always a spring/summer favourite, but for SS16 the trend is more experimental than ever before. From sweaters with broken mirror pieces (JW Anderson) to ruched foil minidresses (Louis Vuitton) this is definitely a trend to watch this season.