STYLE
STRONG AND BOLD RULES THE RUNWAYS Given that we have reached our autumn/winter season here in Australia, it’s time to apply the elegant principles from the runways of Europe to Flemington. Former Vogue editor Kirstie Clements updates us with what to wear trackside in the cooler months.
BY KIRSTIE CLEMENTS
COLOUR Colours this season are more subdued and moody, rather than neon bright. Colour combinations are warm. Think lilac against chocolate, molten yellow against navy, red next to camel. And of course black, black and more black (unless its grey). Coats can be as low key or as high octane as you prefer. While there are countless options in black, camel, olive and chocolate brown, there are also coats of many colours to choose from depending on your mood. Designer Dries Van Noten struck a beautiful balance by splashing gold paint on a soft ochre wool coat, while The Row presented a perfect red coat accentuated with red gloves.
OUTERWEAR The recent international runway shows
presented everything from the weird to the wonderful, but hidden in amongst it all was a season of the most beautiful coats we’ve seen in a long time. Traditionally, coats for the racing season have been confined to the classic, such as cocktail-style shifts with matching coats or a colourful cocoon coat over a dress. However, big wintry coats have made a comeback with a vengeance, and the biggest trend in Europe was long coats, reaching midcalf or ankle length. The styles varied widely from soft wrap coats with big collars that had a 1930s feel, to military greatcoats or simple one-buttoned, solid-coloured cashmere coats, clean and minimal. A long statement coat is a perfect option for chilly days trackside, worn with a skirt, tights and sturdy ankle boots with chunky soles. This was another huge trend from the shows that can be just as easily applied to the colder race days.
THE GREAT COVER UP When it comes to coats, it seems as if there is no clear trend or silhouette to be followed. Choose from: • Soft wrap bathrobe coats in wool or cashmere. • Stricter stiff greatcoat styles with double breasted front. • Elegant car coats with voluminous, built-in scarves. • Cuddly cocoon coats, tactile fabrics like fake fur or boucle such as Max Mara’s famous teddy-bear coat. • Leather military styles, double-breasted and long line.
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