First created: 02/10/20

Last edited: 02/21/20

If you’ve read Fashion Design Strategy and Tactics, you know trend research is a big part of my design process.

The time has come to sift through Fall fashion shows to gather trend insight. I look at almost every show, scanning for patterns in design and details.

So far, these are stand out trends from Fall 2020 fashion week. I’ve taken loose notes (it’s a work in progress.) I’ll be continuously updating this post as shows go live.

I save all images to Fall 2020 pinterest board. Follow for updates.

If you’ve spotted any new trends that aren’t mentioned here, let’s talk about it in the comments section :)

1. Midi Dresses + Skirts

Emphasis on sunburst + micro pleats, ruffles, asymmetrical hems, 1920s + 1930s style dropped waist, bias cut, flounces, column dresses. Styled with tall boots, wide-leg pants, or tights. The low horizon proportion of this trend could indicate that tunic lengths may be up-trending, opposing the dominating trend of high waists and cropped tops.

2. Aran Knits, Fairisle Sweater, Ribs

Chunky, cozy, patterned, round yoke, volume at sleeve cap, statement sleeve, flower intarsia, head-to-toe ribbed looks

3. Ruffles, Ruching, Tiers

Praire + victorian styles. Lots of small buttons

4. Volume Sleeves

Volume at sleeve caps, ruffles, new shapes, 80’s influence. Victoria Beckham show had tons of draped sleeves.

5. Leather Dressing

More leather on the runway than usual in all product categories (pants, dresses, skirts, jackets.) Emphasis on head-to-toe leather looks and leather culottes.