Wrap shirts, slip ons, street wear, shoulder pads and Sci-Fi?
Wonder what the hottest trends, designers, collaborations and fashion weeks will be like this year? Here's what some of the most profiled fashion experts in Norway had to say when asked to predict 2016.
Envelope by Marie Myklebostad
Referanser til Asia, 80talls comeback, Sci-Fi og Streetwear blandet med luksus og couture. Hva tror du på for 2016? Envelope har spurt mote-Norge om hva de tror på dette året.
Jostein Wålengen, Editor Melk og Honning
What fashion trends do you believe in for 2016?
The 70’s will continue to make an influence, primarily kept alive by Gucci – though slightly more subtle than previous seasons. Asia, martial arts, late 80s and Sci-Fi will also be referenced. Traditional streetwear merged with luxury and couture will continue to grow, as well as the mix of popular culture and fashion – with Kanye Wests "Yeezy" in front of both tendencies.
What colors do you believe in?
Drastic changes in color palettes are rarely seen from year to year, but I believe orange will make a big impact. Other than that we will see more pastels that previously, especially various shades of pink - as well as metallic.
What will be this year's hype?
This year’s hype or biggest single trend is difficult to predict. I have faith in wrap shirts, maxi silhouettes – and as mentioned, orange.
What are you looking forward to?
I'm looking forward to a lot of things! Oslo Runway early this February will be very exciting, internationally I'm eager to see Demna Gvasalias from Vetements debut for Balenciaga, following Alexander Wang and Nicolas Ghesquiere.
Ditte Kristensen, Project Manager /Partner Oslo Runway/Event Manager This Is Pr
What fashion trends do you believe in for 2016?
Of course I have faith in OSLO RUNWAY, and that fashion Norway becomes more of a comprehensive industry that will get recognized internationally. I also have a weakness for Danish music, Karl William and Thøger Dixgaard are two Danish musicians that I really believe in and I cant wait to see what they will bring to the table in 2016.
What colors do you believe in?
I love to wear black, not so inspiring but I hope that my closet in 2016 also will contain some shades of blue. Isn’t black the new black, or is that just a bad fashion joke. Other than that I always wear lipstick at a party, the red matte from L’Oreal is a favorite through most of the seasons.
What will be this years hype?
Zoolander 2- I am really looking forward to that movie, like everyone else in the fashion industry with some self irony. It is already starting to create massive hype with it’s entry during the Valentino SS16 show and the American Vogue cover last week.
What are you looking forward to?
I am really looking forward to OSLO RUNWAY this February. All the amazing designers, location and the team backstage – it will be incredible. Last year got the feeling like I missed everything because there was so much going on at the same time, but I am really going to enjoy it this time.
I am also looking forward to X-Games in Oslo at the end of February and Sri Lanka with my family. I could go on for so long because there is so much happening in 2016 and I am really excited!
Nina Granerød, Creative Director FWSS
What fashion trends do you believe in for 2016?
I think that the times where trends were in control over a women’s wardrobe choice is over. The past years fashion has developed to a marry go round that only spins faster and faster. New fashion trends come and go each month in a tempo that not many people are capable to keep up with. This whole mindset feels old.
2016 is more about putting pieces together and having your own personal style that tells something about the women that carry the look. Clothes that lasts feels modern and more 2016.
What colors do you believe in?
I have a thing for burned colors right now. We got a fantastic terracotta color in our summer collection that I absolutely love. Except from that, I always go back to white, navy blue and black.
What will be this years hype?
I am not so hung up on hype. I try to stay away…
What are you looking forward to?
Bare legs, pepita plaid shirt and the day I can find an occasion to wear my new caftan.
Ida Elise Eidarsdottir, Editor Vixen Magazine /Vixen.no
What fashion trends do you believe in for 2016?
It has been a trend, especially in the fashion industry, that more and more designers, brands and fashion houses establish new ways to collect models, ambassadors and public faces that challenge the traditional ideal of beauty by crossing gender, age, skin color, curves and shapes.
I also think there are some gender limits that will start to fade out this year. It has already started with Acne’s Jonny Johansson’s eleven year old son as campaign model for the Swedish fashion house women’s collection. Also, the transsexual supermodel Lea T has taken the fashion world by storm and last Louis Vuitton who chose Jaden Smith as their campaign model.
Diversity will be a buzzword- also when it comes to new markets. Dolce & Gabbana recently launched its first collection with hijabs and abayas, and is not alone in aiming for the market in the Middle East. I also believe that more designers and fashion houses will join the designer collaboration trend of “fashion for the people.” Last year’s Balmain for H&M is perhaps the most hyped design collaboration ever.
A similar way of democracy establishing in fashion, will also happen in an even greater extent when it comes to fashion weeks. You don’t longer need to be there to see the show – something provided by social media. In this way, the previously closed fashion weeks are open for everyone trough Twitter, Instagram and Snapchat, not to mention livsimilar way of democracy establishing in fashion, will also happen in an even greater extent when it comes to fashion weeks.
What colors do you believe in?
Color trends are in general affected by fashion trends, and this year it reflects the fact that the boundaries between gender is starting to blur out. Somewhat ironic that this year’s color are pink and blue. But the point is the combination of the colors, like in the transgender flag. We have already seen it on the catwalk by Louis Vuitton, Oskar de la Renta, Dior and Chanel, but also in the Dior campaign by Rihanna and Justin Bieber What Do You Mean- music video.
What will be this years hype?
I think 2016 will change the way we shop. On one side we got online shopping that is only getting bigger and forcing new digital solutions like online fitting rooms, interactive mirrors and not to mention shopping trough social media. On the other hand I think we will se a reaction to this where the personal shopping experience will stay strong.
What are you looking forward to?
I am really looking forward to Oslo Runway. The program is extremely strong, with both established designers and newcomers, not to mention that a number of high- end department stores endorses the event, each representing their own designer. This is clearly a good thing for Norwegian fashion, even though there is need for a more long-term commitment. There is no doubt that the initiators are one step closer to reaching their goal about gathering fashion-Norway and not to mention growing and stand out both nationally and internationally.
There is also a lot to look forward to internationally as well. 2015 was the year of the great designer-exits; Raf Simons said goodbye to Dior, Alber Elbaz in Lavin and Alexander Wang in Balenciaga. It will be exciting to see the next steps from the big fashion brands. There is a lot of excitement to Demna Gvasalias first collection for Balenciaga, what Lavin is going to do after Elbaz’ exit and if Kanye West will be the next creative director for Gap…
Alexandra Sætran, Finansavisen Fashion
What fashion trends do you believe in for 2016?
The Tracksuit, that we could see at both Chloe and Gucci. I think that the luxuries sport trend is coming full speed ahead in 2016, even though it has been a trend for a long while. Norwegians always like to dress comfortable, so this trend is perfect if we are going to believe the designers.
What colors do you believe in?
I am keeping my eyes on metallic!
What will be this years hype?
I think “slip on” is going to be a trend that you will see everywhere. They are comfortable to walk in and looks really cool at the same time! Last year we saw Gucci and their hairy versions – this year we can see the tendency in both Proenza, Phillip Lim and Stella McCartney.
What are you looking forward to?
Right now I am excited to see what the Scandinavian fashion weeks got to offer in February.
Mona Jensen, Creative Director Tom Wood
What fashion trends do you believe in for 2016?
We are approaching the “terrible” 80s again, with a playful approach to color and shape. The terms of “street” is braided into high fashion. On the street we’re going to see a lot of badges with a message or a figure, it will be cartoon-characters on shoes and bulky jeans often redesigned from old pants.
I think the classic and clean-cut garments will stand strong, as a contrast to the playful and colorful. We see a very clear tendency that women- and men fashion meet, and the androgynous expression that blur out the line between women and men becomes even more significant.
Small detail: Shoulders get more attention, even if it is just shoulders or in the shape of shoulderpads. In 2016, shoulders are sexier than low-neck.
What colors do you believe in?
White, but with a dash of bright color- usually something metallic. That makes a strong look.
What will be this years hype?
Self-tailored jeans.
What are you looking forward to?
To travel to Bali this summer with my little family and some of our best friends. We are going to wine, dine and chill by the pool, on the beach, enjoy the waves, good food and each other.
Annabel Rosendahl, Head buyer Høyer /annabelrosendahl.com
What fashion trends do you believe in for 2016?
I believe in colors, metallic, 80s references and that the 70s trend will continue.
What colors do you believe in?
Strong clear colors, burned colors and metallic.
What will be this years hype?
I believe that Loewe will continue its international hype and I also think that Norway is ready for a new luxurious handbag brand. I also think that the denim vintage trend will become even bigger this year and I cant wait for “Re-Done” to be introduced to the Norwegian marked.
What are you looking forward to?
I am always looking forward to a new season, and I can’t wait to see all the shows for AW16. Fall collections are what’s most exciting and that is why I am looking forward to see the shows and the collections for the upcoming fashion weeks.
Caroline Skjelbred, Fashion Editor at Elle Norway
What fashion trends do you believe in for 2016?
Inspiration from David Bowie, techno, metallic, ankle lace, long earrings and transparent materials… it’s time to be a little maximalistic again!
What colors do you believe in?
White
What will be this years hype?
Isabel Marant
What are you looking forward to?
To move in to my new apartment, I am curious on where it is and excited to see how it looks!
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