Trendspotting: SS21

18 May 2021

Now is the time to be inspired. The new in pages are full of Spring Summer 2021 collections and are stocked with exciting pieces. Knowing where to start can be daunting so we have selected a few, top trends from the catwalk and broken down some key pieces for you to shop.

SUMMER PRINTS

This season there has been many variations on the summer shirt. The collections are bursting with Hawaiian and ocean prints that are made for wearing in sunny weather. For refined elegance look no further than Casablanca. The silk shirt combines bold graphics and a bright colour palette. But you don't have to wear bold colours to make a statement, the Saint Laurent Wild Orchid Shirt creates the perfect contrast in monochrome.

Casablanca white silk shirt with all-over lanbdscape print with a girl in the pool at the front

Versace cotton voile shirt in light blue with a Tresor de la Mer print

Saint Laurent Hawaiian Tropical colourful flowers shirt

AMIRI washed silk relaxed fit twill shirt in varsity blue

Saint Laurent black silk shirt all-over cream wild orchid motif

Dries Van Noten cotton poplin shirt in off white with Len Lye inspired palm tree print in black

CO-ORDS

Expect co-ords this season. Co-ords take the stress out of having to decided what to wear with what, it’s a summer perfect outfit. Available in bold, new prints. Pair with your favourite pair of sneakers or summer-ready sandals.

Palm Angels paradise cotton bowling shirt in multicolour

Kenzo cotton ripstop overshirt in off white

Gucci Ken Scott x Gucci Print Zip-Up Jacket in a black cotton-blend fabric

Palm Angels Paradise Mesh Shorts in multicolour polyester

Kenzo cotton ripstop cargo shorts in off-white tropic camo print all over

Gucci Ken Scott x Gucci Print black and ivory silk shorts

BOLD COLOURS

Spring summer is the time for fresh, new colours. This season many brands are offering colourful and optimistic colours to brighten your wardrobe. Whether you decide to colour block with other colourful pieces or combine it with a neutral palette, we have selected some products that might inspire you to be the daring version of yourself.

JW Anderson Anchor light pink merino wool crewneck jumper

Dries Van Noten green cotton shirt all-over multicoloured abstract pattern

AMIRI cotton-cashmere crochet shorts in blue

Alexander McQueen slim fit marine blue organic cotton gabardine trousers

HOMME PLISSÉ ISSEY MIYAKE pleated cropped trousers in ochre with a straight leg fit

PUFF SLEEVES

The puff sleeve has presented itself in so many variations over the seasons. The denim jacket is the ideal casual jacket for a light layer for summer evenings and this season Alexander McQueen has created a modern take emphasising the sleeves and creates a voluminous silhouette. For feminine details look to Khaite and self-portrait for ideal evening outfit tops.

Alexander McQueen indigo washed cotton denim jacket with balloon long sleeves

Isabel Marant Étoile ecru cotton top all-over brown and black vega pattern

REDVaklentino blue lightweight knitted jumper with all-over horizontal stripes in blue

Khaite black crepe back satin top with exaggerated puffed shoulders

Max Mara white silk charmeuse blouse with contrast beige insert on sleeves with rouching

self-portrait black dot mesh top with statement flared sleeves and pleated frill inserts

COLOURFUL DRESSES

Turn heads in bright colours. A bold dress is perfect for wearing day to night. We’ve selected our favourites, where there will be a colour for you, from pink REDValentino to orange MSGM.

REDValentino bright fancy pink strech cotton mini dress

self-portrait neon lime polyester lace mini dress

Kenzo orange organic cotton dress in single jersey with dynamic mesh overlay

Balenciaga light cyclades blue satin dres in oversized fit with ruching around the shoulders

Vivienne Westwood bright red crepe de chine derss

TRENCH COATS

As much as we like to pretend there’s no need for layers once April is over, summer can be full of unpredictable weather, making it hard to know what to wear. A failsafe wardrobe staple is the ever-trusty trench coat. Its versatility makes it suitable for every season. If you’re looking for something traditional, the Burberry Panel Trench Coat features the famous vintage check lining and a pure cotton composition. For a contemporary twist look to self-portrait, the cream Lace Trench Coat creates an effortless aesthetic.