With the overwhelming takeover of fast fashion, designers and creative directors are feeling the pressure of an evolving fashion cycle — one that's moving much faster than the few-collections-per-year model most traditional houses were built upon. As a result, many brands have begun to rethink their plans and structures (especially in the context of Fashion Week), from opening shows to the general public, to presenting buyers with a "See Now, Buy Now" program, where looks from the runway can be purchased, well, immediately.The best news for shoppers, though, is even those labels that haven't embraced the whole direct-to-consumer thing are still showing a few trends that can be shopped right now. So, instead of waiting until the fall to get your hands on these "of-the-moment" goods, you can shop the runway now via the five accessible, readily available styles ahead. See, it's not so hard to look fresh-off-the-catwalk, is it?
50 Shades Of Brown
Compared to black and navy, brown always tends to feel like the underdog of neutral hues. But it's actually just as practical and versatile, especially with its varying shades: think camel, beige, khaki, and more. To embrace the trend full-force, the key is to pile on as many types of brown at once, allowing the color to be mixed, matched, and styled in endless ways.
Ralph Lauren
Embrace the flare with this so-'70s silhouette and hue.
Farrow Griffin Pants, $68 $38.99, available at Need Supply.
Like your trusted black turtleneck, a tan variation is a no-fail layering go-to.
Wilfred Montpellier Sweater, $165 $82.50, available at Aritzia.
Break up a rust-colored pleated skirt with some black-and-white stripes near the hem.
Topshop Stripe Hem Pleat Skirt, $105, available at Topshop.
Print-Clashing
We're no strangers to mixing prints — by now, we know florals and stripes go together just as well as solid black and white. But, this notion has been taken to the next level this Fashion Month, showing loud clashing prints together — even on one single item. If it feels so wrong, that's when you know it's right.
Victoria Beckham
When houndstooth meets polka dots.
Thakoon Addition Printed Wrap-front Skirt $390 $156, available at MatchesFashion.
When you've already got one wacky print, opt for just a contrasting collar.
Antonio Marras Hand Print Coat $1,663.95 $665.58, available at Farfetch.
Keep the top and shoes simple with this two-in-one skirt.
H&M Pleated Skirt, $59.99, available at H&M.
The Half-Shirt, Half-Maxi
Asymmetrical blouses and sweaters have become almost as common as those with a straight-across hem, and we love how they give the illusion that they're short from one side, and super-long from the other. Plus, some are definitely more drastic than others, so if you're not completely set on this trend, it's easy to embrace it at all levels.
Creatures of the Wind
An unexpected take on a classic wardrobe staple.
Zara Striped Asymmetric T-shirt, $25.90, available at Zara.
The classic white button-down, too, gets a fresh revamp.
Stella McCartney Asymmetric Shirt, $644.38 $257.75, available at Farfetch.
A lengthy sweater that lets you still show off your skirt or pants.
Front Row Shop Navy Mock Two-piece Spliced Shirt Dress, $73, available at Front Row Shop.
All Western Everything
Yee-haw! The Wild, Wild West has been invading runways across the globe, with cowboy boots and thematic embroidery, but its the matching skirt set with printed separates that have truly made us want to embrace this trend.
Coach
Put that whole "See Now, Buy Now," thing to good use.
Coach 1941 Western Dress, $895, available at Moda Operandi.
A less cheeky, edgier version.
Nasty Gal In Cahoots Gabardine Shirt, $78, available at Nasty Gal.
Cacti galore!
MSGM Cactus Print Shirt, $263.28 $131.64, available at Farfetch.
Bold Top-Stitching
Come fall, stitches will be meant to be seen, rather than blend into your garments. On otherwise-simple dresses and jumpsuits, this little detail makes a big impact.
Dion Lee
Turn your little black dress up a notch with contrasting edges.
Reformation Picadilly Dress, $198, available at Reformation.
Say hello to those details on the upper half.
Topshop Topstitch Jumpsuit, $110, available at Topshop.
Black thread makes this piece's silhouette really pop.
Front Row Shop Monochrome Wrap Dress, $75, available at Front Row Shop.
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