We all remember the skort trend
(skirt and shorts worn together) at the peak of the 90’s. It was fun while it
lasted, but I think I speak for all when I say I breathed a sigh of relief when
the fad passed. So why, now the very similar style of skirts over trousers is
creeping its way onto the catwalks, am I not running for the hills? My reaction
has in fact been quite the opposite. I feel intrigued by this new, grown-up
version of my childhood phase. I might even go as far as saying I like it. Maybe it has something to do
with the fact that the likes of Chanel and Prada have swished their magic wands
and turned a trend we love only for nostalgic reasons into a trend we can’t get
enough of.
Chanel have updated the look with
traditional tweed two-pieces worn over cigarette pants, whilst Prada seem to
have looked East for inspiration with bright coloured prints, sari style shapes
and delicate embellishment. These were not the only fashion houses to include this
trend this autumn – Louis Vuitton, Marni, J.W Anderson and Myrza De Muynck have
all designed their own variations.
There is sure to be mixed reviews about this combination, but if layering is the thing to do on our upper bodies, why should our lower bodies get left out?
There is sure to be mixed reviews about this combination, but if layering is the thing to do on our upper bodies, why should our lower bodies get left out?
Chanel
Prada
Myself - sorry about the bad quality of the photo, it was a quicky
