Stripped back and sleek: the concept behind Donna Karan's groundbreaking 'Seven Easy Pieces' collection from 1985 feels so right for this age of capsule wardrobes and less is more. So it's little wonder that the body suit – one of Karan's key pieces – has resurfaced on the runways for spring/summer 20.
From foundation garment to statement separate, the body suit made appearances at Michael Kors Collection, Tom Ford, Lemaire and Missoni.
Perhaps it's the elemental appeal of getting back to nature, or maybe fashion is taking a journey of discovery. Either way, many designers turned to the classic safari suit for inspiration.
Safari style has come a long way since Yves Saint Laurent's sexy late-60s version, as modelled by Veruschka, with far more modest interpretations appearing at Boss, Fendi, Gucci and Max Mara.
There's an undeniably sombre mood to global politics at the moment, and while the catwalks aren't quite the bubble they once were there was a defiant sense of optimism in many of the collections.
Plentiful use of pink is just one of the ways to celebrate the power of femininity and we are here for it. The future is rosy for: Isabel Marant, Christopher Kane, Coach 1941 and Helmut Lang.
A crisp white shirt is one of those timeless pieces that most women have in their wardrobe. But there's so much more to buttoning up than crisp cotton.
From shimmering disco fabrics to sheer knitted versions and borrowed-from-the-boys proportions, the shirt takes centre stage next season at Prada, Chloé and Burberry.
While there's been a movement towards more modest dressing of late, there's still a highly visible faction of women who favour a body-conscious look. And while that used to mean a sucked-in silhouette, the more modern interpretation sees designers skimming the body, providing a glimpse of what's beneath.
Just make sure your lingerie is ready for closer inspection with designs by Dior, Loewe, Preen by Thornton Bregazzi and Marine Serre.
Those who remember the decade first-hand will have seen the signs of an Eighties revival brewing for some time: cycling shorts, bum bags, power shoulders, floral smock dresses have all been in the spotlight in recent seasons.
Taste so bad it's good again was the order of the day at: Khaite; Proenza Schouler; Balenciaga; Dries Van Noten.
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