TEXT｜Cloe Chan , TRANSLATION | Eugenia Yang
用時尚的語言詮釋趨勢和元素，就像一場超越時空的對話，夢幻而美妙。
極簡主義
秋冬時尚極簡主義體現了精緻簡約感，簡潔的線條、流暢的輪廓，營造出一種低調的美感。而在這一季Prada 通過對 「基礎款」的展現，進一步探索時尚的內核，由 Miuccia Prada 和 Raf Simons 聯合呈現的2023 秋冬系列重新定義、重新思考，最終重新發現美的概念。
大多數品牌從創意展示選擇回歸服裝本質，打造出一系列通過廓形裁剪和解構的常規款設計，這些款式均以極簡風格為主，也是本季秀場上的主流。極簡主義呈現出精緻而自信的造型，彰顯「少而精」的同時，也能在涼爽的季節裡彰顯出持久的魅力。
The Bottega Veneta AW23 collection showcases minimalistic styling.
花紋元素
花紋圖案喚起了人們對秋冬時尚的吸引力。印花圖案在秋季大放異彩，不管是大面積的應用還是小面積的嘗試，花紋帶給人安全而舒適的復古浪漫風情。本季多數品牌或多或少都加入了植物花卉紋樣，在連衣裙和襯衫上綻放出深沉的色彩。
Prada 在本季度的圖案花型通過柔和多變的手繪手法展示，粉色的運用打破本季度商務女裝的強勢，紅色系單品也呈現了驚人的視覺感受，而 Dior 在這一季選擇的花卉圖案就像被重新詮釋，已斑駁的圖案賦予面料生命和柔順感，模糊輪廓營造出抽象效果。花紋圖案捕捉了季節的精髓，為衣櫥增添了深度和特色，同時也擁抱了不斷變化的風景。
Dior’s AW23 womenswear collection reinterprets floral patterns and presents an abstract effect achieved by weathered totems and blurry contours.
Print patterns take the stage in the fall season, as Burberry presents them in large patches on suits to showcase their rich, saturated colors.
性別流動
這一季的秋冬時裝引入了一種令人著迷的性別模糊趨勢。 Bottega Veneta 2023 秋冬系列於北京紅磚美術館重現了「義大利三部曲」終章，在 Matthieu Blazy 職掌下的時裝系列演繹出了更多可能，首先是無明顯性別界限的穿搭，女性時尚不再是精緻「包裹」下華而不實的工藝品，而是鮮活流動的舒適本體，透過流暢的輪廓、中性的色調和雌雄同體的裁剪交織在一起，打造出一個真正具有包容性的衣櫥。
從各個時尚品牌2023秋冬系列發布來看，男裝和女裝之間的界線越來越不明顯，男裝越來越女性化，如緊身裙、連身裙；女裝越來越男性化，如各式各樣的 Oversize 的寬肩西裝，同樣的款式男女皆可穿。這種模糊性別的方法促進了對自我表達的讚美，邀請人們不受束縛地探索時尚。
The Gucci AW23 collection intentionally blurs the line between menswear and womenswear, while offering suit designs that are both commercial and aesthetically pleasing.
Under the direction of Matthieu Blazy, the Bottega Veneta AW23 ready-to-wear collection no longer showcases womenswear as entities of superficial artisanship, but as an embodiment of comfort.
格紋元素
秋冬格紋元素是舒適精緻的永恆象徵。2023 秋冬系列是英國設計師 Daniel Lee 為 Burberry 帶來的首個系列，延續了 Daniel 自身的風格之外，也為了這個百年品牌帶來了全新語言。在這一季中他也運用了亮麗色彩結合經典格紋為品牌注入了新活力。
在各大品牌中也能看到從剪裁得體的大衣到超大尺寸的圍巾，格紋元素既經典又百搭。格紋圖案的多變魅力在於它能在休閒和正式場合之間無縫轉換，為任何搭配增添一抹傳統風格的亮點。無論是裙裝、褲裝還是配飾，格紋都將傳統和舒適感融入時尚之中。時尚是瞬息萬變的，但總有一些元素可以穩穩佔據百搭的風潮且還不過時。格紋就是其中之一，可復古、可優雅地穩穩在衣櫥中盡情釋放著魅力。
The interwoven plaids of retro and natural colors showcased in the Dior AW23 womenswear.
British designer Daniel Lee introduces a brand new fashion language for the century-old brand Burberry by infusing classic plaid patterns with vibrant colors.
Autumn Elegance | AW23 Trend Report
Like a conversation that transcends time and space, trends and elements are interpreted through a fashion language that is dreamy and enchanting.
Concept of Minimalism
The autumn-winter fashion often embodies the essence of minimalism that showcases a refined simplicity through clean lines and fluid silhouettes, further creating a sense of understated beauty. This season, Prada delves into the core of fashion by exploring basic styles from brand archives. A collaboration between Miuccia Prada and Raf Simons, the AW23 collection redefines, reworks and eventually rediscovers the concept of beauty.
Major brands have also chosen to return to the essence of clothing in terms of creative presentation. Through a series of designs that plays around with tailoring and deconstructing conventional styles, these runway looks, predominantly following a minimalist approach, have become the trendsetters of the season. As minimalism continues to showcase refined and confident attire, it not only highlights the idea of “less is more,” but also exudes an enduring charm for the brisk weather.
Dior AW23 ready-to-wear womenswear collection.
Floral Elements
Patterned designs never fail to evoke people’s attraction towards the season of autumn and winter. Whether applied in large areas or experimented in smaller doses, this fall, printed patterns come to full bloom, as they bring a sense of nostalgic romance that feels secure and comfortable. In the upcoming collections, floral and botanical patterns can be found on dresses and blouses, all blooming with rich, saturated hues.
For the 2023 autumn-winter season, Prada showcases its floral patterns through soft and versatile hand-painted techniques. The use of the color pink breaks the dominance of female business attires, while accessories in shades of red present a stunning and impacting visual. On the other hand, Dior’s choice of floral patterns feels more like a reinterpretation, with weathered totems breathing life and fluidity to the fabric and blurry contours creating an abstract effect. Capturing the essence of the season, patterned designs not only add depth and character to the womenswear wardrobe but also embraces the ever-changing versatility of natural landscapes.
In the AW23 fashion show, Prada showcases an array of different color coordination, such as the use of pink that breaks the dominance of female business attire.
Gender Fluidity
This year’s fall-winter fashion introduces a captivating gender-neutral trend. For the 2023 winter season, Bottega Veneta staged its show at the Red Brick Art Museum in Beijing, marking the final chapter of a trilogy dedicated to “Italia.” Under the direction of Matthieu Blazy, the ready-to-wear collection explores more possibilities, starting with designs that blur traditional gender boundaries. The latest line no longer showcases womenswear as decorations of superficial artisanship, instead, it becomes a vibrant, fluid embodiment of comfort. Through flowing silhouettes, neutral tones and androgynous tailoring, a truly all-inclusive wardrobe is built, one that embraces diversity and universality.
Looking at the major fashion houses’ AW23 collections, it isn’t hard to notice the line between menswear and womenswear is getting blurry – the former is becoming more feminine and featuring bodycon dresses and skirts, while the latter is growing more masculine by incorporating a variety of oversized blazers with broad shoulders and can be worn by both genders. An encouragement of self-expression, this gender-fluid approach is inviting people to explore fashion without any constraints or limitations.
Everything Plaid
Plaids are timeless symbols of comfort and sophistication for autumn and winter. The AW23 collection marks British designer Daniel Lee’s debut series for Burberry. While continuing his own distinctive style, Lee has also introduced a brand new fashion language for the century-old house through infusing the classic plaid patterns with vibrant colors to bring vitality and energy to this season.
From well-tailored coats to oversized scarves, the classic and versatile plaid patterns can also be found among major brands. The multifaceted charm of the signature print lies in its ability to seamlessly transition between casual and formal occasion, always adding a touch of traditional allure to any outfit. Whether it’s dresses, pants or accessories, plaid never fails to incorporate classic beauty and comfort into fashion. Trends can change within a second, and yet, there are always elements that can firmly hold their place and remain timeless – plaid is one of them, something that can exude charm in all kinds of way, retro or elegant, and stay in our wardrobe with confidence that it will endure the passing of time.
British designer Daniel Lee introduces a brand new fashion language for the century-old brand Burberry by infusing classic plaid patterns with vibrant colors.