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Fashion month 2014: the best of street style

Iridescent fabrics, daring cut-outs, and elaborate sequins. We saw all these trends and more at this year’s September fashion month, where the world’s top designers showcased their works in the major fashion-capitals of the world; New York, London, Paris, and Milan. This season was filled with shocking new looks, which in turn gave us a sense of direction as to where fashion is headed to next. However, I find it challenging to pull inspiration from the often-outlandish get-ups that often grace the runways. Though I love the designs of Elie Sabb as much as the next girl does, when it comes to a day-to-day basis, it really isn’t practical. Yes, the runway styles are enigmatic and fresh, but I don’t think I will be seen sporting pierced brows any time soon (I’m looking at you, Rodarte). When it comes to finding fashion inspiration from fashion month, I like to turn my head towards the many unique yet still functional outfits that grace the streets of the event.

Elie Saab Couture Fall/Winter 2014-2015 Collection
Elie Saab Couture Fall/Winter 2014-15 (Photo: Vogue)

Street style has always been synonymous with all that is chic and sensible; the epitome of what I stand for in terms of style (according to me sweatpants are chic and sensible). From New York to Milan, I have chosen a few of my favourite street style looks from fashion month that will hopefully inspire you as much as they did me.

 

New York

New York Fashion Week Street Style Spring 2015
(Photo: Pier Grassano)

This menswear-inspired outfit finds a great balance between girly and butch by choosing flattering fits and opting for more feminine shoes. Plus, I’m loving this person’s long bob hairstyle.

New York Fashion Week Street Style Spring 2015
(Photo: Pier Grassano)

Aside from the rebranding of jean jackets, the turtleneck sweater is also making a highly-anticipated return. Love it or leave it, but this off-duty model puts a great modern spin on the classic sweater.

New York Fashion Week Street Style Spring 2015
(Photo: Pier Grassano)

This girl seriously rocks my world. Hats off to her for making sportswear look so cute. This outfit shows a great way to dress-down a dress or romper.

 

London 

(Photo: Diego Zuko)

When in doubt, pairing items of similar colours but different textures is a surefire way to go. And to reiterate my point from before look! Another turtleneck sweater made pretty!

(Photo: Diego Zuko)

One more outfit combining similar colour palates with different prints and composition. I find that looks created from that philosophy usually create a very clean and multidimensional look.

(Photo: Diego Zuko)

By pairing heavy materials with lighter ones, a balance can be achieved in the overall look like there is here. As well, this outfit is a nice spin on the sweater and dress combo.

Paris

(Photo: Diego Zuko)

Something I’ve also seen a lot of a fashion month this year is the structured trousers. Wearing structured pants makes easier to pair with a less-structured and more loose-fitting top.

(Photo: Diego Zuko)

Wearing primarily black makes me feel cooler than I could ever realistically be. However, it’s good to spice it up by throwing in an unexpected pattern as to create a centerpiece for your outfit.

Milan

(Photo: Diego Zuko)

Similarly to the last outfit, this all-black ensemble paired with a fun printed skirt provides a focal point that is both eye-catching and appealing.

Best Milan Fashion Week Street Style Spring 2015
(Photo: Pier Grassano)

The main reason why I am obsessed with this look is the fact that I can see myself wearing this. Such a simple and toned-down outfit is not what everyone expects to see at fashion week, but the cropped sweater and Chelsea boots prove that less is more.

These are my top fashion month street style snaps, what are yours? Feel free to share your fashion inspiration in the comments below!

 

Hui Wen Zheng
Hui Wen Zhenghttps://www.youthareawesome.com/author/hui_wen
Hui Wen is the Arts & Culture Junior Editor for Youth Are Awesome. She is a passionate advocate of the arts, and plays both the piano and clarinet. You can often find her at the Jack Singer Concert Hall for Calgary Philharmonic concerts, or in the band room of her school. Hui Wen loves the city of Calgary and enjoys using the blog as a platform to share her thoughts and inform other youth of the interesting things going on around the city. Hui Wen is a recipient of the LORAN Scholarship and a Grade 12 student at Western Canada High School.
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