We've got a pretty good idea about what your closets will look like for Spring '18 thanks to the runways [1]. These are the defining looks that will shape this season's racks. From sweet, short suiting to bold, shimmering fabrics, we're breaking down just the big takeaways and giving you nine key looks. Read on for the details.
- Modern Romance [2]
- Lavender Takeover [3]
- Day Glow [4]
- Take Flight [5]
- We Go High [6]
- Trench Dressing [7]
- Short Story [8]
- Checks Mix [9]
- On the Fringe [10]
Modern Romance
Jane Austen would be proud of the Spring '18 lineup that comes with corseted waists, billowy sleeves, and soft, romantic florals. This feminine look was a heroine on the runways — and soon, in your closets.
From left: Brock Collection, Valentino, and Loewe
Chloe Spring 2018
Brock Collection Spring 2018
Giambattista Valli Spring 2018
Altuzarra Spring 2018
Rodarte Spring 2018
Rebecca Taylor Spring 2018
Loewe Spring 2018
Valentino Spring 2018
Erdem Spring 2018
Ulla Johnson Spring 2018
Zimmermann Spring 2018
Lavender Takeover
Millennial pink's had its moment, but the Spring '18 runways are pointing to the next big color takeover — and it's shades of soft lavender on everything from sequined dresses to oversize knits and sharp suit sets. Spoiler: it happens to look great on everything.
From left: Proenza Schouler, Victoria Beckham [11], and Michael Kors
Dries Van Noten Spring 2018
Michael Kors Spring 2018
Preen Spring 2018
Erdem Spring 2018
Proenza Schouler Spring 2018
Valentino Spring 2018
The Row Spring 2018
Victoria Beckham [12] Spring 2018
Coach Spring 2018
Tibi Spring 2018
Day Glow
It's not exactly look-at-me sequins but subtler ways of mixing sparkle into everyday silhouettes that make this Spring '18 trend so wearable. Look for shimmer on everything from tanks to flowing trousers. They shine even better in the sunshine, so start wearing them by day.
From left: Louis Vuitton, Acne Studios, and Dior
Gucci Spring 2018
Coach Spring 2018
Acne Studios Spring 2018
Louis Vuitton Spring 2018
Tory Burch Spring 2018
3.1 Phillip Lim Spring 2018
Chloe Spring 2018
Temperley Spring 2018
Dior Spring 2018
Take Flight
The jumpsuit is now a fashion staple, but for Spring '18, it's getting a utilitarian twist. The updated silhouette takes its cues from the classic flight suit, though the prints and fabrications might not follow suit. Some are boxy and boyish, others fitted and dotted in florals — whatever the case, these are the one-piece wonders you'll want to add to your repertoire next season.
From left: Tibi, Stella McCartney, and Isabel Marant
Marc Jacobs Spring 2018
Gucci Spring 2018
Stella McCartney Spring 2018
Dior Spring 2018
Kate Spade Spring 2018
Public School Spring 2018
Isabel Marant Spring 2018
Rosie Assoulin Spring 2018
Tibi Spring 2018
We Go High
Waist-cinching high-rises took over the Spring '18 runways, giving everything a sleeker, more streamlined finish. Bonus: this silhouette makes legs look miles long.
From left: Roksanda, Saint Laurent, and Isabel Marant
Dior Spring 2018
Alexander Wang Spring 2018
Isabel Marant Spring 2018
Roksanda Spring 2018
Saint Laurent Spring 2018
Prabal Gurung Spring 2018
Rebecca Taylor Spring 2018
Tibi Spring 2018
DVF Spring 2018
Trench Dressing
The trench coat gets a contemporary update with frills, sleeveless silhouettes, and denim iterations for Spring '18. You'll want the updated essential in your wardrobe ASAP.
From left: Cline, Prada, and Jason Wu
Jason Wu Spring 2018
Céline Spring 2018
Alexander McQueen Spring 2018
Prada Spring 2018
Versace Spring 2018
3.1 Phillip Lim Spring 2018
Michael Kors Spring 2018
Jonathan Simkhai Spring 2018
Victoria Beckham [13] Spring 2018
Short Story
Short suit sets cropped up all over designers' Spring '18 runways, giving us a chic way to reinterpret one of Fall's biggest trends. Don't be fooled, though — these aren't all short and sweet. Some come with attitude that's more street style star than lady who lunches.
From left: Monse, Chanel, and Marc Jacobs
Dolce & Gabbana Spring/Summer 2018
Monse Spring 2018
Anna Sui Spring 2018
Chanel Spring 2018
Delpozo Spring 2018
Derek Lam Spring 2018
Marc Jacobs Spring 2018
Tibi Spring 2018
Louis Vuitton Spring 2018
Checks Mix
This Spring print is far more groundbreaking than florals. Designers gave us bold remixed checks to cover everything from sheer dresses to Spring suiting and even overalls.
From left: Marni, Balenciaga, and Gucci
Dries Van Noten Spring 2018
Balenciaga Spring 2018
Balmain Spring 2018
Calvin Klein Spring 2018
Carven Spring 2018
Chanel 2018
Fendi Spring 2018
Gucci Spring 2018
Marni Spring 2018
Miu Miu Spring 2018
On the Fringe
If fringe isn't your thing, perhaps you just haven't seen the Spring '18 iterations yet. Some designers introduced the look sparingly on accent pieces — bags and bustiers — while others went all out with technicolor and layers. Suffice to say, there's something for everyone with this showstopping finish.
From left: Alexander Wang, Calvin Klein, and Dior
Stella McCartney Spring 2018
Celine Spring 2018
Chanel Spring 2018
Dior Spring 2018
Alexander Wang Spring 2018
Calvin Klein Spring 2018
DVF Spring 2018
Christopher Kane Spring 2018
Mary Katrantzou Spring 2018
Loewe Spring 2018
