How to wear (and not wear) the seven biggest fall trends from Toronto Fashion Week’s runways
How to wear (and not wear) the seven biggest fall trends from Toronto Fashion Week’s runways
By Jean Grant | March 30, 2015
By Jean Grant | 03/30/2015
(Images: George Pimentel)
Now that Toronto Fashion Week is over, it’s time to look back at the runway presentations and evaluate all the finery. From dozens of shows and hundreds of dramatic looks, we identified seven extremely wearable trends—including fuzzy accents, moss tones and high necklines—that we’re confident will be wildly popular come fall. Of course, some interpretations were more successful than others (there’s a fine line, for instance, between a chicly fluffy vest and a muppet costume). Here, the best and worst looks of the season.
310804 Faux fur was everywhere this season. One of our favourite looks was this soft grey ensemble from <strong>Pink Tartan</strong>. The fuzzy vest adds dimension without being overwhelming. (Image: George Pimentel) Trend #1: Fuzzy Details https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/GP1_8133-150x150.jpg https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/GP1_8133.jpg https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/GP1_8133.jpg 800 1201 {"aperture":4,"credit":"George Pimentel","camera":"NIKON D4","created_timestamp":1427161895,"focal_length":"135","iso":"800","shutter_speed":"0.0015625","orientation":1} https://torontolife.com/style/toronto-fashion-week-wear-not-wear-seven-biggest-trends-fall/slide/gp1_8133/ gp1_8133 0 0
(Image: George Pimentel)
310802 Also great: this rock-and-roll crimson vest from <strong>Hilary MacMillan</strong> (we'd probably put something underneath it, though). Trend #1: Fuzzy Details https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/GP1_4033-150x150.jpg https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/GP1_4033.jpg https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/GP1_4033.jpg 800 1202 {"aperture":5,"credit":"George Pimentel","camera":"NIKON D4","created_timestamp":1427407691,"focal_length":"98","iso":"500","shutter_speed":"0.0015625","orientation":1} https://torontolife.com/style/toronto-fashion-week-wear-not-wear-seven-biggest-trends-fall/slide/gp1_4033/ gp1_4033 0 0
310803 An oddly cropped moto jacket doesn't do justice to <strong>Mikhael Kale'</strong>s fantastic feathered skirt. Trend #1: Fuzzy Details https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/GP1_7094-150x150.jpg https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/GP1_7094.jpg https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/GP1_7094.jpg 877 1200 {"aperture":5,"credit":"George Pimentel","camera":"NIKON D4","created_timestamp":1427152194,"focal_length":"200","iso":"500","shutter_speed":"0.0015625","orientation":1} https://torontolife.com/style/toronto-fashion-week-wear-not-wear-seven-biggest-trends-fall/slide/gp1_7094/ gp1_7094 0 0
310801 But some outfits just don't need fluorescent fur—like this kaleidoscopic <strong>Hayley Elsaesser</strong> jumpsuit. Trend #1: Fuzzy Details https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/GP1_2315-150x150.jpg https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/GP1_2315.jpg https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/GP1_2315.jpg 800 1202 {"aperture":6.3,"credit":"George Pimentel","camera":"NIKON D4","created_timestamp":1427332234,"focal_length":"185","iso":"500","shutter_speed":"0.002","orientation":1} https://torontolife.com/style/toronto-fashion-week-wear-not-wear-seven-biggest-trends-fall/slide/gp1_2315/ gp1_2315 0 0
310795 We love the subtle layers on this piece from <strong>Sid Neigum</strong>. Trend #2: Capes https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/GP1_7552-150x150.jpg https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/GP1_7552.jpg https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/GP1_7552.jpg 800 1202 {"aperture":5.6,"credit":"George Pimentel","camera":"NIKON D4","created_timestamp":1427155969,"focal_length":"200","iso":"500","shutter_speed":"0.0015625","orientation":1} https://torontolife.com/style/toronto-fashion-week-wear-not-wear-seven-biggest-trends-fall/slide/gp1_7552/ gp1_7552 0 0
310794 Here's another super-practical coat-cum-cape from <strong>Mackage</strong>. Trend #2: Capes https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/GP1_2500-150x150.jpg https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/GP1_2500.jpg https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/GP1_2500.jpg 800 1202 {"aperture":5.6,"credit":"George Pimentel","camera":"NIKON D4","created_timestamp":1427336461,"focal_length":"185","iso":"500","shutter_speed":"0.00125","orientation":1} https://torontolife.com/style/toronto-fashion-week-wear-not-wear-seven-biggest-trends-fall/slide/gp1_2500/ gp1_2500 0 0
310793 This one, unfortunately, ventured into Batman territory. Trend #2: Capes https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/GP1_0568-150x150.jpg https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/GP1_0568.jpg https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/GP1_0568.jpg 963 1200 {"aperture":5.6,"credit":"George Pimentel","camera":"NIKON D4","created_timestamp":1427250228,"focal_length":"85","iso":"640","shutter_speed":"0.0015625","orientation":1} https://torontolife.com/style/toronto-fashion-week-wear-not-wear-seven-biggest-trends-fall/slide/gp1_0568/ gp1_0568 0 0
310797 While the '70s are definitely the decade du jour for fall, this season also saw a ton of fun, '60s-inspired circular patterns. Our favourite interpretation was <strong>Mikhael Kale'</strong>s sophisticated take on the trend. Trend #3: Circles https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/GP1_7043-150x150.jpg https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/GP1_7043.jpg https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/GP1_7043.jpg 854 1200 {"aperture":4.5,"credit":"George Pimentel","camera":"NIKON D4","created_timestamp":1427152100,"focal_length":"175","iso":"640","shutter_speed":"0.001","orientation":1} https://torontolife.com/style/toronto-fashion-week-wear-not-wear-seven-biggest-trends-fall/slide/gp1_7043/ gp1_7043 0 0
310799 The pattern was repeated on this fantastic metallic minidress from <strong>Narces</strong>. Trend #3: Circles https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/GP1_8802-150x150.jpg https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/GP1_8802.jpg https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/GP1_8802.jpg 800 1202 {"aperture":5,"credit":"George Pimentel","camera":"NIKON D4","created_timestamp":1427238290,"focal_length":"145","iso":"640","shutter_speed":"0.0015625","orientation":1} https://torontolife.com/style/toronto-fashion-week-wear-not-wear-seven-biggest-trends-fall/slide/gp1_8802/ gp1_8802 0 0
310798 But we don't advise taking scissors to your favourite shirt dress—Kale lost us with this Swiss cheese–inspired ensemble. Trend #3: Circles https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/GP1_7192-150x150.jpg https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/GP1_7192.jpg https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/GP1_7192.jpg 800 1172 {"aperture":5,"credit":"George Pimentel","camera":"NIKON D4","created_timestamp":1427152373,"focal_length":"200","iso":"500","shutter_speed":"0.00125","orientation":1} https://torontolife.com/style/toronto-fashion-week-wear-not-wear-seven-biggest-trends-fall/slide/gp1_7192/ gp1_7192 0 0
310805 Good news for turtleneck addicts: prim necklines are still very much in style for fall. Here, <strong>Melissa Nepton</strong>'s V-shape puts a twist on the classic look. Trend #4: High Necklines https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/GP1_0005-2-150x150.jpg https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/GP1_0005-2.jpg https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/GP1_0005-2.jpg 800 1203 {"aperture":5.6,"credit":"George Pimentel","camera":"NIKON D4","created_timestamp":1427245889,"focal_length":"180","iso":"640","shutter_speed":"0.001","orientation":1} https://torontolife.com/style/toronto-fashion-week-wear-not-wear-seven-biggest-trends-fall/slide/gp1_0005-2/ gp1_0005-2 0 0
310807 Pink Tartan's white turtleneck looks elegant under a voluminous jacket. Trend #4: High Necklines https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/GP1_8083-150x150.jpg https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/GP1_8083.jpg https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/GP1_8083.jpg 800 1201 {"aperture":4,"credit":"George Pimentel","camera":"NIKON D4","created_timestamp":1427161854,"focal_length":"190","iso":"800","shutter_speed":"0.002","orientation":1} https://torontolife.com/style/toronto-fashion-week-wear-not-wear-seven-biggest-trends-fall/slide/gp1_8083/ gp1_8083 0 0
310806 This minidress from Hayley Elsaesser proves high necklines work with busy prints and patterns, too. Trend #4: High Necklines https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/GP1_2124-150x150.jpg https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/GP1_2124.jpg https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/GP1_2124.jpg 800 1202 {"aperture":6.3,"credit":"George Pimentel","camera":"NIKON D4","created_timestamp":1427332011,"focal_length":"170","iso":"500","shutter_speed":"0.002","orientation":1} https://torontolife.com/style/toronto-fashion-week-wear-not-wear-seven-biggest-trends-fall/slide/gp1_2124/ gp1_2124 0 0
310809 But this two-tone look from <strong>Helder Diego</strong> is more tacky than put-together. Trend #4: High Necklines https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/GP1_8558-150x150.jpg https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/GP1_8558.jpg https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/GP1_8558.jpg 800 1201 {"aperture":5.6,"credit":"George Pimentel","camera":"NIKON D4","created_timestamp":1427234657,"focal_length":"190","iso":"640","shutter_speed":"0.00125","orientation":1} https://torontolife.com/style/toronto-fashion-week-wear-not-wear-seven-biggest-trends-fall/slide/gp1_8558/ gp1_8558 0 0
310810 We could live in these no-fuss denim pieces from <strong>Triarchy</strong>. (We also spotted denim jumpsuits <a href="http://www.torontolife.com/style/toronto-street-style/2015/03/25/street-style-toronto-fashion-week-showboaters/slide/street-style-toronto-fashion-week-showboaters-18/">off the runway</a>.) Trend #5: Jumpsuits https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/GP1_0971-150x150.jpg https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/GP1_0971.jpg https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/GP1_0971.jpg 1200 799 {"aperture":5.6,"credit":"George Pimentel","camera":"NIKON D4","created_timestamp":1427321129,"focal_length":"200","iso":"500","shutter_speed":"0.003125","orientation":1} https://torontolife.com/style/toronto-fashion-week-wear-not-wear-seven-biggest-trends-fall/slide/gp1_0971/ gp1_0971 0 0
310811 We also loved this fancier, studded version from <strong>Vawk</strong>. Trend #5: Jumpsuits https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/GP1_9449-150x150.jpg https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/GP1_9449.jpg https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/GP1_9449.jpg 800 1201 {"aperture":6.3,"credit":"George Pimentel","camera":"NIKON D4","created_timestamp":1427242186,"focal_length":"180","iso":"500","shutter_speed":"0.0015625","orientation":1} https://torontolife.com/style/toronto-fashion-week-wear-not-wear-seven-biggest-trends-fall/slide/gp1_9449/ gp1_9449 0 0
310812 And <strong>Melissa Nepton'</strong>s plaid suit impressed us with its versatility—it works layered over a fitted black shirt, but the plunging neckline could also be a dramatic evening look. Trend #5: Jumpsuits https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/GP1_9772-2-150x150.jpg https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/GP1_9772-2.jpg https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/GP1_9772-2.jpg 800 1203 {"aperture":5.6,"credit":"George Pimentel","camera":"NIKON D4","created_timestamp":1427245426,"focal_length":"160","iso":"640","shutter_speed":"0.00125","orientation":1} https://torontolife.com/style/toronto-fashion-week-wear-not-wear-seven-biggest-trends-fall/slide/gp1_9772-2/ gp1_9772-2 0 0
310813 But this other Nepton number veered into frumpy territory (to give it some shape, we'd chop off the sleeves). Trend #5: Jumpsuits https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/GP1_9819-2-150x150.jpg https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/GP1_9819-2.jpg https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/GP1_9819-2.jpg 800 1203 {"aperture":5.6,"credit":"George Pimentel","camera":"NIKON D4","created_timestamp":1427245530,"focal_length":"102","iso":"640","shutter_speed":"0.00125","orientation":1} https://torontolife.com/style/toronto-fashion-week-wear-not-wear-seven-biggest-trends-fall/slide/gp1_9819-2/ gp1_9819-2 0 0
310816 Earthy greens have emerged as the new neutral for fall. We love the hue of this cozy sweater from Pink Tartan. Trend #6: Moss Tones https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/GP1_7853-150x150.jpg https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/GP1_7853.jpg https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/GP1_7853.jpg 800 1202 {"aperture":4,"credit":"George Pimentel","camera":"NIKON D4","created_timestamp":1427161635,"focal_length":"175","iso":"800","shutter_speed":"0.0025","orientation":1} https://torontolife.com/style/toronto-fashion-week-wear-not-wear-seven-biggest-trends-fall/slide/gp1_7853/ gp1_7853 0 0
310817 The tone also works well in this layered look at <strong>Soia and Kyo.</strong> Trend #6: Moss Tones https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/GP2_9295-150x150.jpg https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/GP2_9295.jpg https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/GP2_9295.jpg 800 1202 {"aperture":6.3,"credit":"GEORGE PIMENTEL","camera":"NIKON D4","created_timestamp":1427403993,"focal_length":"185","iso":"640","shutter_speed":"0.0015625","orientation":1} https://torontolife.com/style/toronto-fashion-week-wear-not-wear-seven-biggest-trends-fall/slide/gp2_9295/ gp2_9295 0 0
310815 But the bottom half of this Mikhael Kale ensemble is a bit <em>too </em>mossy (as in, it literally looks like a pile of moss). Trend #6: Moss Tones https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/GP1_6996-150x150.jpg https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/GP1_6996.jpg https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/GP1_6996.jpg 816 1200 {"aperture":4,"credit":"George Pimentel","camera":"NIKON D4","created_timestamp":1427152029,"focal_length":"105","iso":"640","shutter_speed":"0.00125","orientation":1} https://torontolife.com/style/toronto-fashion-week-wear-not-wear-seven-biggest-trends-fall/slide/gp1_6996/ gp1_6996 0 0
310820 Pleather is a tricky trend, but Mikhael Kale gets it right with a tough, edgy look. Trend #7: Pleather https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/GP1_7177-150x150.jpg https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/GP1_7177.jpg https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/GP1_7177.jpg 819 1200 {"aperture":5,"credit":"George Pimentel","camera":"NIKON D4","created_timestamp":1427152343,"focal_length":"195","iso":"500","shutter_speed":"0.00125","orientation":1} https://torontolife.com/style/toronto-fashion-week-wear-not-wear-seven-biggest-trends-fall/slide/gp1_7177/ gp1_7177 0 0
310818 Red pleather? Even trickier. Hilary MacMillan pulls it off by pairing shiny embellishments with basic tailored black. Trend #7: Pleather https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/GP1_4054-150x150.jpg https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/GP1_4054.jpg https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/GP1_4054.jpg 800 1202 {"aperture":5,"credit":"George Pimentel","camera":"NIKON D4","created_timestamp":1427407704,"focal_length":"125","iso":"500","shutter_speed":"0.003125","orientation":1} https://torontolife.com/style/toronto-fashion-week-wear-not-wear-seven-biggest-trends-fall/slide/gp1_4054/ gp1_4054 0 0
310821 But a note to guys: an all-pleather suit, like this one from <b>Jaan Choxi,</b> is almost never the answer. Trend #7: Pleather https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/GP2_1803-150x150.jpg https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/GP2_1803.jpg https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/GP2_1803.jpg 800 1202 {"aperture":5,"credit":"GEORGE PIMENTEL","camera":"NIKON D4","created_timestamp":1427475931,"focal_length":"92","iso":"640","shutter_speed":"0.0015625","orientation":1} https://torontolife.com/style/toronto-fashion-week-wear-not-wear-seven-biggest-trends-fall/slide/gp2_1803/ gp2_1803 0 0