9 Brands & Trends to Fall For This Winter
Fall is in full swing and as we relish in the great in-and-outdoors, designers have clearly understood the assignment.
For Autumn/Winter ‘21/22 an array of sustainable options are emboldening us to go out dancing again, dine in style and brave the elements.
We round up the top trends and sustainable brands to consider for your next winter rendez-vous.
1. Midis
Midi skirts and dresses have continued to dominate for Fall. Wear them slit pleated, A-lined, or flowy — just make sure they hit just below the knee.
Greek designer Stefania Vaidani, launched her label in 2018 with the goal of creating thoughtfully designed, high-quality clothing at an affordable price. Stefania Vaidani prioritises sustainability and 99% of her collection is made from recyclable fabrics, including fastenings and buttons.
Stefania Vaidani – (stefania-vaidani.com)
2. Knitwear
Knitwear is a cold winter must and there’s nothing cosier than pulling on a chunky crew neck on a sharp December morning.
Ssone handles slow fashion in the best possible way. All of Ssone’s pieces such as blazers, dresses and even knee-high patchwork boots have been designed to meet many of our investment wardrobe needs - all while keeping the brand's ethical, organic and always considerate production methods at the forefront.
3. The Suit Trench
The trench coat is a classic, but this year is all about suiting it up.
BITE Studios was founded in 2016 and has been making waves ever since. This label offers pieces that are meticulously made with longevity as the goal—95% of the materials and textiles used in their collections are either organic, recycled or low impact.
4. Plisse pleats
Add to your Fall wardrobe plissé pleats. The flexible, textured appearance created by tiny, micro-pleats or folds is luxe but approachable.
Club Monaco has been serving incredible pleats since their inception. To meet their stringent environmental requirements, they have collaborated with industry experts. Their priority is to reduce waste and negative impacts from their supply chain by producing cashmere and polyester from recycled materials and repurposing deadstock and liability fabrics.
5. Cut-outs
A number of major brands have backed the cut-out comeback this season, mostly for evening wear. From slinky dresses to chunky knits, the cut-out trend is everywhere.
Nanuskha has grown in popularity since its inception in 2006, thanks to its clean-cut and classic designs that cleverly incorporate sustainability. Vegan leather, which has become their signature and core fabric, as well as tech satin, organic cotton and recycled cashmere, are all used by the brand.
6. Pastel tones
Shorts and skirts in neons and pastels are traditionally reserved for Spring. This season pastels have emerged as the pleasantly unexpected colour for Fall.
Bogdar is a partywear label that not only makes a statement with its style, but also leads the way in terms of slow fashion. Because the label places a high value on sustainability, all of Bogdar's pieces are still made in their family-owned facility in Vidin, Bulgaria, by a team of just 16 people.
7. Matching knitwear
Matching knitwear is the easiest way to achieve cosiness and chicness in a single outfit. Whether you want something soft and knitted to lounge in, or wear out, an increasing number of designers are creating matching sets for every occasion.
Filippa K is a sustainable fashion label that designs timeless pieces influenced by Scandinavian minimalism and long-lasting quality. Their three lines, which are available online and in global store locations, are made with ethically sourced materials and adhere to responsible standards.
8. Silk
Fabrics that flow beautifully and feel great against your skin never go out of style - and silk trumps them all.
Abadia, an ethical Saudi brand, is at the forefront of the Middle East's conscious fashion industry. Shahd Al Shehail's goal is to promote conscious consumption and craftsmanship. The sustainable brand has officially abandoned traditional seasonal collections in favour of a chronological ordering of their collections.
9. Knee-high boots
Knee-high boots are a wardrobe staple and this equestrian-inspired classic truly works in any iteration.
Anny Nord keeps production as close to home as possible to reduce transportation costs and as a result their CO2 footprint. They collaborate with a few high-quality factories in Portugal, Spain and Italy and their FW21 collection is inspired by the lava and glaciers of the Icelandic landscape.