Opulent, ornate fabrics were big news on the Autumn/Winter catwalks
Leading the way was Balmain's Olivier Rousteing who sent his haute-glam girls out in low-slung trousers and velvet dresses encrusted with jewels and jackets starring Fabergé-inspired intricate embroidery. There were metallic jacquards at Marni and Chinese style embroideries at Jason Wu. Ralph Lauren offered up three-piece suits in sumptuous scarlet or amethyst velvet while at Dolce & Gabbana, there were golden baroque embroideries, lace and needlepoint florals.
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When it comes to mastering the trend use accessories to either cleverly tone down the overall look or crank up the luxe factor. In purple suede DUO's Mae shoe boot with ruffle is suitably regal - consider wearing with an embellished dress to take the trend to its full glory. Knee-high Lydie in velvet-soft suede, meanwhile, adds a subdued colour accent while keeping texture tactile; pair with simple tailored trousers and a brocade jacket. Lavish fabrics needn't be limited to eveningwear either, the right accessories will bring them into day too; take the Chelsea style Woodbury ankle boots, artfully clash them with decorative trousers and keep it the right side of casual with a men's cashmere sweater or a simple T-shirt.
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