TRENDING: Winter in Black and White

Autumn/Winter 2016/17

The monochromatic colour scheme is a classic; one that repeatedly reoccurs throughout the years and seasons to reappear as a new trend. This colour duo had been proved successful for the both colder and warmer seasons, making its appearance on multiple collections, some of which include Christian Dior, Josh Goot and Josie Naroti.

Clean lines, silhouettes and asymmetry were a few of the stand-out trends that were used in conjunction with monochrome. Other popular elements included smooth textures, flowy fabrics and the pop of contrast to enhance detailing such as belts, lapels and collars.

Narciso Rodriguez

Diane Von Furstenberg

Barbara Casasola

Mugler

Mugler

Mugler

Emanuel Ungaro

Victoria Beckham

Whilst maintaining the modern simplicity and chic styles, some of the collections feature more complicated elements that would require a more intensive development stage. Victoria Beckham, Emanuel Ungaro and Mugler are representative of this. These collections would naturally involve more elaborate pattern-making. 

Click on the Pinterest link below to explore more of the monochrome trend used for Spring/Summer 2016. All images courtesy of VOGUE.

CREATIVE SPOTLIGHT: Pinodesk

A loose wash of watercolour is what creates the distinct style of this artist; one whose work I've been following for over a year. The portfolio ranges from prints to custom illustrations; all of which carry the signature style of Annalisa Ravelli. I particularly enjoy the work of this illustrator because of her loose style of painting which, personally is a technique I find hard to achieve. As an illustrator myself, I tend to lean towards images of high contrasts and sharp lines, however, I appreciate the control of limiting yourself to muted-down colours which I think this artist is capable of.

'Be Cool'

'Shut Up And Kiss Me'

Entitled 'Hello Loubies', this illustration is a testament to all things feminine; Christian Louboutin footwear.

'The Drew' and 'Cherry Red Celine'