What do you get if you mix utility clothing, Horse & Hound magazine and add a generous splash of Where The Wild Things are?
Topshop’s latest Unique collection puts me in the mood for autumn before the show had even begun, with it’s leaf-strewn catwalk. As the models came out it was more autunmy goodness with equestrian-inspired tailoring and accessories. Enormous antler headdresses adorned some of the models heads, with faux teddy heads and Maison Michel/LV-inspired bunny ears on the rest. Caveman brows are a trend that probably wont make it to the high street but looked surprisingly good with the clothes.
Getting back to the clothes, there were a lot of military fabrics, stiff tweeds and deliciously nubbly arran sweaters. Trench-style coats with sheepskin panels were a pleasing take on CDG’s blanket coats, and will make a welcome addition to winter outerwear wardrobe. I also liked the pretty print hotpants and bra tops, chilly for winter but the bra would work well over a fine jumper.
Even though I’m a bit of a closet ’90s fan myself, I’m glad Topshop decided to ditch the ’90s reminiscing for their latest collection. It’s great to see them (and also by and large the rest of the fashion world) move in a different direction.
