Anyone who knows me knows how much I love London. I lived there for two years, and it's one of my all-time favorite cities and holds such a special place in my heart. Every time I go back, I feel the most me.
London's also where I got my first job in fashion. Out of the entire fashion-month calendar, I can't wait for London Fashion Week. From emerging Central Saint Martins students to designers I love, like Dilara Findikoglu and Conner Ives, there's just nothing quite like it.
I recently went on a trip in late October for the H&M x Glenn Martens collaboration and decided ahead of time that I wanted to take notes on trends I spotted. Very quickly, I found myself noticing far more anti-trends. Below, see a roundup of what I kept seeing everywhere across the pond—from outerwear and prints to cold-weather accessories and the sneaker brand seemingly everyone was wearing.
Trench Coats
Unsurprisingly, trench coats were all over the city known for its rain, from Shoreditch to Marylebone. During my entire trip, it was either overcast, misting, or pouring, so it's no wonder this was the outerwear of choice. It's a classic, timeless piece for a reason, and I love that you can wear it in both fall and spring, making the cost per wear worth it. It's a wardrobe staple through and through.
Argyle Print
Argyle popped up multiple times around London, and I can't say I ever expected the print to come back. It feels like a micro-trend in the U.S., but it's already fully taken off in London. I've been wearing my Swedish Stockings Franka Check Tights lately—an easy way to make an all-black outfit instantly more interesting.
Leather Bomber Jackets
Leather bomber jackets—zipped all the way up—caught my attention. I saw them styled with jeans and ballet flats or sneakers and with midi and knee-length skirts paired with knee-high boots.
Black Wool Coats
As anti-trend as it gets, the oversize black wool coat remains a cold-weather essential. My favorite is my Filippa Hägg Oversized Coat. I recently learned a great styling tip: Layer a Uniqlo Pufftech Jacket underneath for extra warmth without bulkiness.
Faux Fur Trimmed Coats
I couldn't help but notice all of the faux fur trimmed statement coats. Charlotte Simone remains the go-to brand, but it's worth looking for vintage ones on eBay too. This is one of the most effortless ways to make an outfit more fun.
Knitted Bonnets
Knitted bonnets and balaclavas took over in NYC last fall and winter, but across the Atlantic, they've been going strong for a while now. Perhaps this one blurs the line between trend and anti-trend, but I think this has become an enduring winter accessory.
Adidas Sneakers
The sneaker brand of choice was, by far, Adidas—mainly in colorful iterations. After season upon season of popularity, the Gazelles and Sambas feel like they've surpassed trend status entirely, standing the test of time. I also noticed plenty of Tokyos, Japans, and Taekwondos. Of course, there are still ways to make them feel trendy, such as cow print, studs, and unexpected colorways.
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