THE BIGGEST TRENDS FROM THE SPRING 2016 RUNWAYS

'90s

Fashion is feeling pretty nostalgic these days, but of the decades referenced this season, the '90s were the biggest story — especially in Paris. Rave culture, minimalism, grunge and fanny packs all made appearances. You have been warned.

From left to right: Calvin Klein Collection, Betsey Johnson, Acne Studios, Giamba, and Rag & Bone

RUFFLES

Ruffles lined garments on an impressive number of catwalks. They came in many shapes and sizes, but most designers used them sparsely — and to great effect.

From left to right: Marques'Almeida, J.W. Anderson, Luisa Beccaria, Lanvin, and Gucci

THE COLD SHOULDER: Shoulder cutouts

Shoulders were the go-to erogenous zone for spring 2016. If a designer had a chance to show them off, they took it. From off-the-shoulder tops to shoulder cutouts to asymmetrical necklines, it felt like no runway was left out of this trend. See below for examples of each.

From left to right: Bernard Chandran, Guy Laroche, Andrew Gn, Issa, and Milly

THE COLD SHOULDER: Off-the-shoulder

Shoulders were the go-to erogenous zone for spring 2016. If a designer had a chance to show them off, they took it. From off-the-shoulder tops to shoulder cutouts to asymmetrical necklines, it felt like no runway was left out of this trend. See below for examples of each.

From left to right: Paul & Joe, Peter Pilotto, Chloe, Michael Kors, and Francesca Liberatore

THE COLD SHOULDER: Asymmetrical necklines

Shoulders were the go-to erogenous zone for spring 2016. If a designer had a chance to show them off, they took it. From off-the-shoulder tops to shoulder cutouts to asymmetrical necklines, it felt like no runway was left out of this trend. See below for examples of each.

From left to right: J JS Lee, Christopher Kane, Antonio Marras, Sacai, and Versace

CRUMPLED FABRIC

Ironing can be a bit of a hassle (especially if you're bad at it), but even if you're a pro, there is probably a more productive way to spend your time in the morning. Luckily, the answer to this is simple: pre-creased and rumpled clothing, of course.

From left to right: Margaret Howell, Bottega Veneta, Givenchy, Alexander McQueen, and Nina Ricci

MICRO PLEATS

In a season where pleats were a big story, many designers sculpted their spring silhouettes through micro pleats.

From left to right: J.Mendel, Gabriele Colangelo, Sonia Rykiel, Giles, and Stella McCartney

VICTORIAN

High necks, ruffles, bows and broderie anglaise were just a few of the common elements for one of spring's most popular trends — Victorian-inspired looks. This is one you may recall being popular for fall 2015 as well.

From left to right: Emilia Wickstead, Fendi, Zimmermann, Erdem, and Etro

TRAILING TASSELS

Like a tail trailing from a comet, tassels (wide, thin, fabric, string, etc.) seemed to adorn every other look on the runway. Some were the result of a bow or some other utilitarian knot, others were just there for decoration. Either way, they left an impression.

From left to right: Boss, Marc Jacobs, Derek Lam, Michael Kors, and Joseph

PAJAMA DRESSING

You know that feeling after you get home from work and change into your comfiest clothes? Designers clearly want this to be a constant sensation for their customers come spring, and they showed more than enough daytime pajama options for everyone.

From left to right: Natasha Zinko, Creatures of Comfort, Balenciaga, Loewe, and Sonia Rykiel

LATIN INFLUENCE

Ruffles, flamenco skirts and the color red came together in the many Spanish-inspired looks for spring 2016.

From left to right: Blugirl, Proenza Schouler, Oscar de la Renta, Osman, and Roberto Cavalli

DECONSTRUCTED OXFORDS

There was a time when humans believed that there were only so many ways to wear an Oxford shirt. That time was before spring 2016, as designers showed endless creativity with this staple garment. Warning: Not all of them are work appropriate.

From left to right: Zac Posen, Palmer Harding, Jacquemus, Delpozo, and Fyodor Golan

'90S
Fashion is feeling pretty nostalgic these days, but of the decades referenced this season, the '90s were the biggest story — especially in Paris. Rave culture, minimalism, grunge and fanny packs all made appearances. You have been warned.

RUFFLES
Ruffles lined garments on an impressive number of catwalks. They came in many shapes and sizes, but most designers used them sparsely — and to great effect.

THE COLD SHOULDER
Shoulder cutouts - Off-the-shoulder - Asymmetrical necklines 
Shoulders were the go-to erogenous zone for spring 2016. If a designer had a chance to show them off, they took it. From off-the-shoulder tops to shoulder cutouts to asymmetrical necklines, it felt like no runway was left out of this trend. See below for examples of each.

CRUMPLED FABRIC
Ironing can be a bit of a hassle (especially if you're bad at it), but even if you're a pro, there is probably a more productive way to spend your time in the morning. Luckily, the answer to this is simple: pre-creased and rumpled clothing, of course.

MICRO PLEATS
In a season where pleats were a big story, many designers sculpted their spring silhouettes through micro pleats.

VICTORIAN
High necks, ruffles, bows and broderie anglaise were just a few of the common elements for one of spring's most popular trends — Victorian-inspired looks. This is one you may recall being popular for fall 2015 as well.

TRAILING TASSELS
Like a tail trailing from a comet, tassels (wide, thin, fabric, string, etc.) seemed to adorn every other look on the runway. Some were the result of a bow or some other utilitarian knot, others were just there for decoration. Either way, they left an impression.

PAJAMA DRESSING
You know that feeling after you get home from work and change into your comfiest clothes? Designers clearly want this to be a constant sensation for their customers come spring, and they showed more than enough daytime pajama options for everyone.

LATIN INFLUENCE
Ruffles, flamenco skirts and the color red came together in the many Spanish-inspired looks for spring 2016.

DECONSTRUCTED OXFORDS
There was a time when humans believed that there were only so many ways to wear an Oxford shirt. That time was before spring 2016, as designers showed endless creativity with this staple garment. Warning: Not all of them are work appropriate.

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