As much as the fashion community loves the feeling of anticipation leading up to the Met Gala every year, the build-up is nothing compared to the actual event. After months of preparation, first-time and veteran attendees alike have started to arrive, and with their appearances come answers to our burning questions about who made the 2024 guest list and what they'll wear to commemorate the moment. One such vet is Kendall Jenner, who dug into fashion's archives to once again *deliver* on Met Gala night.

With a dress code of The Garden of Time, inspired by J.G. Ballard's 1962 short story, and an exhibition titled Sleeping Beauties: Reawakening Fashion, we've been expecting nature to play a significant role in the evening's vast selection of looks. But not everyone went the obvious floral-print route (thankfully). Instead, Jenner—who chose an archival Givenchy gown from Alexander McQueen's F/W 99 haute couture collection for the house—noted in an interview with Vogue that the kismet nature of her look is what related it to Ballard's short story, calling it "meant to be." She stumbled upon the black, strong-shouldered, low-cut gown while knee-deep in Met Gala research, falling for it immediately but knowing that it could easily not work for her or fashion's biggest night. She would be the first human ever to wear it given that the 25-year-old dress was only donned by a mannequin for the couture show. To protect its integrity, she wouldn't be able to adjust the fit of it at all. Luckily, despite its age and the fact that it was only tailored for a bust, it "just fit," she said in the interview.

The dress, according to a press release, required 500 hours of hand embroidery and features more than 100,000 beads and sequins. To accompany it, Jenner wore a long, ethereal wig fit with two almost fairy-like braids, as well as Lorraine Schwartz jewellery. Scroll down to see her jaw-dropping vintage look, which, after the Met Gala, will go straight back to its rightful spot in the brand's archives, per Givenchy.

At Givenchy's F/W 99 couture show:

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On Kendall Jenner: Vintage Givenchy dress; Lorraine Schwartz jewelry

Attending the Rugby World Cup at the Stade de Marseille in France over the weekend, Kate Middleton called-up a wardrobe hero she’s been reaching for for years: the classic white suit. Comprised of a single-breasted blazer and tailored flared trousers, the Alexander McQueen set has been a favourite of the Princess of Wales, seeing her through events in London and beyond on several occasions.

For the Rugby World Cup she kept her outfit simple and refined, choosing to style her suit set with an unexpected accessory. 

Known to dabble in high/low dressing, The Princess opted for a clutch bag from high street brand Massimo Dutti in a tonal off-white shade to neatly compliment her monochrome look. 

Kate Middleton styled an Alexandra McQueen suit with a Massimo Dutti bag and Mappin & Webb jewellery.

Keeping her accessories to a minimum, Kate styled the look with white court shoes—a trending silhouette for the autumn/winter months, and her favourite earrings and necklace from Mappin & Webb.

Kate Middleton re-wore her favourite earrings and necklace from jeweller Mappin & Webb.

Adding a relaxed element to her formal look, Kate wore her hair down and loosely waved, parting it in the middle to allow her flowing locks to frame her face. For makeup, The Princess of Wales wore her signature smokey eye with a dash of black eyeliner and a lick of mascara. Brightening her complexion she opted for a rosy cheek and subtle, pink shade on her lips.

Kate's tonal dressing and relaxed make-up style culminated in a look that is both effortlessly chic and easy to copy. Read on to shop Kate's style.

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When it comes to personal style, Kate Middleton is definitely a creature of habit. The Duchess of Cambridge often finds looks, styles or silhouettes that work for her and then wears them on repeat (whether it be floral face masks or a-line dresses).

One such example of Middleton's consistent style is the royal's penchant to red coats. From Christmas Day to more casual occasions, Middleton has been spotted in a red coat more than a few times. Today, the Duchess opted for the shade yet again as she attended the launch of the Hold Still campaign wearing a crimson-hued, floor-length coat by Alexander McQueen.

Looking every bit the sophisticated royal that she is, Middleton paired the brightly-coloured coat alongside a white top and black accessories including pumps and a top handle bag. By keeping the rest of her outfit quite minimal, Middleton let the statement coat shine.

Of course, the Duchess finished the look with a floral-printed face mask, ensuring she was keeping to government regulations. Keep scrolling to see a few of Kate Middleton's other red coat outfits and shop the style below. 

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Style Notes: Kate Middleton wears a red coat and matching fascinator to the 2020 Commonwealth Day service. 

Style Notes: Kate Middleton wore this coat multiple times, attending events in the style in both 2014 and 2015. 

Style Notes: The Duchess opted for another red coat look to attend 2019's Commonwealth Day service. 

Style Notes: Middleton wore this frill-trimmed red coat to visit Great Ormond Street Hospital in 2018. 

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And that's a wrap: The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge have concluded their whirlwind five-day tour of Poland and Germany. One of the highlights of the tour, of course, was their adorable travel partners, Princess Charlotte and Prince George, but Kate Middleton's outfits stole the show (as per usual). From affordable trainers to a beautiful Alexander McQueen dress, Middleton turned heads in each and every ensemble.

On Wednesday afternoon, for example, she wore a beautiful blue Catherine Walker coat. As it turns out, there's actually a hidden meaning behind her colour choice, as The Telegraph first reported. The newspaper explains the significance: "Berlin Blue, or Prussian Blue, is a pigment that was first developed in Berlin in the early 18th Century, and became the lead colour for the Prussian Army and for other German military uniforms up until the First World War when grey became the staple."

Plus, there's even a second possible meaning behind the hue. Middleton's coat could also be interpreted as cornflower blue, paying homage to one of the country's official national flowers, per The Telegraph. Who would have known? Scroll down to see every single look from the royal family's tour of Poland and Germany.

On Kate Middleton: Emilia Wickstead dress; Gianvito Rossi Gianvito 105 Suede Pumps (£470). 

On Kate Middleton: Markus Lupfer dress; Prada sandals. 

On Kate Middleton: Jenny Packham dress; Alexander McQueen clutch; Monsoon wedges. 

On Kate Middleton: Hugo Boss T-shirt; Superga 2750 Cotu Classic Trainers (£50). 

On Kate Middleton: Catherine Walker coat and dress; Gianvito Rossi Gianvito 105 Suede Pumps (£470). 

On Kate Middleton: Alexander McQueen dress; Prada sandals. 

On Kate Middleton: Gosia Baczyńska dress; Gianvito Rossi Suede Pumps (£530). 

On Kate Middleton: Erdem top and skirt; Stuart Weitzman NearlyNude Ankle Strap Sandals (£323). 

On Kate Middleton: Alexander McQueen dress; Gianvito Rossi Gianvito 105 Suede Pumps (£470). 

Next up, eight girls who snap up the best high-street pieces before anyone else.

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Last Friday, W Magazine contributing fashion editor and super stylist Giovanna Battaglia married Oscar Engelbert in what can only be described as a jaw-dropping wedding ceremony on the island of Capri. With three killer costume changes, from the Alaïa custom-made number she deftly wore to the rehearsal dinner to the striking Alexander McQueen wedding dress that boasted thousands of feathers to a lace Giambattista Valli party dress no less. The ceremony was topped off with flurries of coordinated confetti (naturally) that showered down on rows and rows of impeccably well-dressed wedding guests.

The guest list read like a who's who of the fashion world, and included everyone from Natasha Poly to Anna Dello Russo, Lauren Santo Domingo, Natalie Massenet and Peter Dundas, to name but a few. Naturally, the event set Instagram alight with #gioandoscar blazing across the most chichi of profiles.

Scroll down to Giovanna's unapologetically gorgeous wedding photos for sartorial and wedding nuptial inspiration!

Thursday 9 June, a flurry of the world's most stylish people arrived on the island of Capri for the couple's rehearsal dinner. Giovanna opted for a custom-made Alaïa dress that she wore with her favourite go-to shoe brand, Aquazzura. 

The chic couple said "I do" on the balcony of the Punta Carena lighthouse on Capri. The bride wore Sarah Burton for Alexander McQueen, which came complete with an impressive long train, intricate embroidery and gathered placements of feathers. In a word: perfection.

Related: What the Coolest Instagram Girls Are Wearing to City Weddings

The bridesmaids were not afraid of getting the #gioandoscar hashtag buzzing.

#Goals!

The all-star congregation have already hailed the wedding as the most stylish of 2016, with no surprise to Giovanna's committed social media following. Salute. From Derek Blasburg to Lauren Santo Domingo snapping away on their Insta feeds, every moment of the ceremony was photo-opp ready.

The weekend was brimming with dinners and celebrations taking place on yachts and in the historic market square.

Another party, another statement party dress for the bride.

Now, that's what we call a yacht party.

Related: 7 Expert Tips on Commissioning a Wedding Dress

Naturally, the dinner table was dressed just as well as the bride and groom.

The couple enjoyed an intimate dinner party with their nearest and dearest.

No one is too cool for photo booth fun. Fact.

Oscar and Giovanna made themselves the front cover couple of their favourites reads for guests to pose with. Perhaps this is more of a premonition than a party feature? We think so.

Totally shopping for wedding dresses now, regardless of relationship status.

Has this inspired your dream wedding day? Let us know which photos you loved the most in the comment below!

Flared, fitted, or slouchy, this season's biggest denim trend isn't about which style of jeans you wear, but how they're embellished—namely, with cool embroidery. Intricately stitched denim has popped up on the runway, the streets of fashion week, and some of the A-list's coolest style stars.

Whether you're drawn to flora, fauna, or quirky abstract motifs, embroidery adds a little something extra to the denim styles you already love. To help you test the trend, we shopped out a few of our favourite pieces below, but just know that if you're feeling crafty, you could always DIY the trend too!

Read on for a little inspiration and shop our favourite embroidered denim pieces now…

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Floral print in spring: It's about as reliable as day following night. Every time this season pulls up, the fashion collective regroups, reevaluates and rethinks flower motifs for the new moment. Some years they are big and splashy, other years graphic or ditsy, and sometimes it's not just about the print but the way you wear it—like now. How to wear florals in 2016? Well, while dissecting the current verdant and varied offerings in stores today, we noticed the style memo is as follows: Wear two florals together at all times.

Whether that's matching your bag to your dress (see Alexander McQueen pre-fall), combining two entirely different petal patterns as a head-to-toe ensemble (Zara is maxing out on this) or pairing up a corsage with a printed blouse (think Gucci all the way), the way to make your spring flowers look fresh is to pair them up. Scroll down to see and shop the looks and pieces you can employ to give the new floral rules a go…

Zara Printed Blouse (£30) and Floral Print Trousers (£40)

Style Notes: You can now wear winter's black-based florals with summer's white-based florals according to Zara. Keep them lightweight and floaty wherever possible.

Style Notes: Double-up on the micro blooms for a big effect: Coach's sporty shapes make this girlish print just as approachable for tomboys.

Style Notes: Pandora's embroidered velvet skirt suit from Alice Archer is sumptuous—but add in boots and a black top, and suddenly it's a good option for work.

Related: You Are Going to See This Dress Everywhere

Style Notes: Coordinating a handbag to a dress is an old-fashioned idea, but McQueen's play of texture and pattern makes it completely directional.

Style Notes: Susanna Lau of Style Bubble takes this idea two steps further with a total of four different floral prints. Well, why not?

H&M Off-The-Shoulder Blouse (£30) and Patterned Chiffon Trousers (£40)

Style Notes: Choosing a pair of pieces in the same print is a great tip for petite girls—this will elongate your body despite a head-to-toe line-up of jazzy blooms.

Pluck your favourite from our top floral pieces in the gallery below.

Lingerie dressing is a tricky trend to try: On the one hand, you’re taking literal inspiration from the boudoir, and on the other, you don’t want to look like you've just rolled out of bed. But with powerhouse brands like Balenciaga, Saint Laurent and Alexander McQueen deeming this sultry style a must for spring, there's no better time than the present to master it. Here's the good news: Fashionable ladies like Ciara and Karlie Kloss are here to show you the way. Plus, there's a range of great pieces, from your classic slip dress to your lacy bralette, sure to suit any style and personality. Keep reading for all the goods…

Ciara had the right idea last month at the Givenchy show when she opted for a balance of provocative lace cami against silk-satin wide-leg trousers and a matching duster—precisely how designer Riccardo Tisci envisaged this on the S/S 16 runway. 

Karlie Kloss gave us a dose of trousseau-chic in February at The Brit Awards, wearing a white, tiered lace top from the Alexander McQueen S/S 16 runway. She added further gothic vibes by layering cool body jewelry on top and toned down the sassy factor by wearing sneakers and loose-fit trousers.

At the Vanity Fair Oscar party, model Lily Aldridge turned heads in Alexandre Vauthier Haute Couture. Here she gives a nod to bondage themes, with the upper portion of her dress featuring a cutout mesh bralette, and the bottom portion an elegant asymmetric ruffled skirt. This is the wilder side of the trend and best left for after-dark.

Kylie Jenner stunned in a bias-cut dress at Alexander Wang’s A/W 16 show a few weeks ago, grounding lace-detail bustier and slip with the sportier look of her army-green bomber jacket, also by Wang.

Model Shanina Shaik attended the opening of the new Barneys flagship store in New York City in a black plunging neckline that was perfectly placed over her red triangle bra. She elevated the entire ensemble by slipping into a pair of strappy heels.

At the Elle Style Awards, Toni Garrn suited up via white trousers and a fringed blazer. To ramp up the trend-factor, she chose a delicate bra instead a blouse.

Emma Roberts sat front row at the H&M show during Paris Fashion Week wearing a Fleur du Mal Rose Lace Balconette Bra underneath her semi-sheer top. The mix of evening fabrics and demure coverage make this peekaboo look polished.

Want to have a go? Scroll below to shop our roundup of essentials…

From the very British confines of the National Gallery in London's Trafalgar Square, last night British Vogue magazine brought the great and good—and the very very fashionable—together for a celebration. The museum's new exhibition is Vogue 100: A Century of Style, so you can imagine the pressure was on for attendees to get their looks absolutely right for the occasion. On a dreary, drizzly, stormy night, it's no wonder the chic crowds—including Suki Waterhouse, Karlie Kloss and Lily Donaldson—knew that wearing some iteration of the little black dress would be a safe, but surely effective, bet.

Scroll down to see what our favourite ladies wore to party with the fashion bible.

On Jourdan Dunn: Self-Portrait High Neck Lace Panelled Dress (£255).

On Erin O'Connor: Erdem dress.

On Amber Le Bon: Leon Max dress.

On Caroline Issa: Nordstrom Signature and Caroline Issa Salvador Tie Neck Silk Shirt (£290) and Kate Full Check Skirt (£364).

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On Edie Campbell: Christopher Kane dress and Safety Bucket Shoulder Bag (£850), available in Black Leather.

On Suki Waterhouse: Ralph and Russo Couture jacket and skirt. 

On Lily Donaldson: DSquared2 gown.

WHO: Charlotte Dellal

On Dakota Johnson: Marc Jacobs gown.

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On Lottie Moss: Versace dress, belt and shoes.

On Natalie Massanet: Christopher Kane dress.

On Eva Herzigova: Dolce & Gabbana suit; Alexander McQueen clutch. 

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On Karlie Kloss: Christopher Kane dress; Aquazzura Amazon Black Suede Pumps (£525).

On Laura Bailey: Chanel jacket and trousers.

On Yasmin Le Bon: Leon Max dress; Manolo Blahnik clutch; Prada stole.

Is the LBD your failsafe? Let us know in the comments box below.

The underrated phrase the time is now has a catch-all truth to it; aside from its resonating with your Headspace meditations, this mantra is befitting to the fast-paced world of fashion.

The last few days of January are when retailers are weighing up options about what to do with last season's stock and are highly likely to further slash sales prices. Net-a-Porter.com is now in clearance mode, MatchesFashion.com has taken an extra 20% off sale pieces, and Zara still has majorly cool pieces going for as little as £7 (that's an Itsu lunch!).

However, us mere mortals have barely recovered from the Christmas period of abundance (gifting our BFs with luxe candles and the like) and spare spending is trapped until that magical day called payday. Oh, the unjust conundrum! If you can hold your nerve and chillax your consumer boundaries, now is the ideal time to invest in certain key pieces that are timelessly brilliant for your wardrobe. A savvy fashion girl needn't have her arm twisted when she spots a killer fashion essential, so we'll show rather than tell.

Scroll down to shop final sale pieces that you'll kick your Gucci loafers for not getting…

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Which fashion find tempts you the most? Comment below!

From the bouncy, pearl-swathed pink dresses at Simone Rocha to Gucci’s coquettish magpie or romantic bias-cut florals on the Alexander McQueen runway, spring's fashion outlook is nothing short of sweet. Looking at the catwalks was enough to give a girl toothache, but this barrage of beauty broke through some snooty barriers. There is now an official all clear to those of you who have struggled with the style psyche’s general desire for ‘ugly chic’, minimalism or norm core. It's okay to wear a pretty-for-the-sake-of-pretty frock again. Even better if you can match it up with butter-wouldn’t-melt dolly shoes and a little bow in your hair.

And for girls who don’t want to fall into ‘basic’, just look out for the buckaroo-style tipping point and aim for saccharine. Add just one more accessory and you’ll jettison the look into directional, ironic territory. Visit Miu Miu or Saint Laurent-land where tiaras and net tutus are worn with a knowing nod to the DIY aesthetic of Courtney Love. 

From sherbet pink bell-sleeve blouses to adorable floral brooches, with this is new kind of feminine you decide whether to play it soft or introduce an edge.

Scroll down to the see the looks from the S/S 16 shows and then carry on down to shop the right pieces to pull it off today, princesses!

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January is the month to power through to a whole new level—at work and in your personal life. Nothing quite ignites positive change like a wardrobe reboot, because what you put on every day immediately affects the way you feel. Fact. We've cherry-picked 101 key fashion finds that will inject some 2016 power dressing into your career style repertoire and up the ante in the boardroom with effortless elegance.

Think flattering go-anywhere jackets, trousers in so-hot-right-now silhouettes, blouses that tap into Alessandro Michele's wearable flamboyance, and accessories that'll work hard around the clock to keep your look zero-effort glamorous. 

Click through to find the key pieces that'll promote your look!

Opening Image: Style du Monde

Do you work in a formal or casual office? Let us know on Twitter at @WhoWhatWearUK!

Your wedding dress is one of the single most exciting dresses you’ll ever choose to wear. Wearing it is a defining moment in your life and will be the golden moment in the museum of your stylish youth. Naturally, with all this pressure, finding one that is just so can turn into a quest much like finding the Holy Grail. We hear you.

Instead of agonising over which one, begin with some smart research on what styles or clever little details make your fashion barometer rise. We look to our favourite all-white frocks from the S/S 16 designer collections that raised the pulses of the FROW and are set to spark a whole new domino effect of trends in the bridal world; from Proenza Schouler’s monochrome bows (the cool kind) to Céline’s alluring new neckline that redefines femininity.

Scroll down to uncover the cutting-edge wedding dress trends and inspirations for a year of very chic brides!

Catwalk Notes for Brides: To look instantly demure (rather than like a glitter ball) in head-to-toe sequins, plump for the Jenny Packham way: blush and skin-tone fabrics with peek-a-boo tulle sections create an enthereal look and create a pitch perfect base for heavy embroidery.

Catwalk Notes for Brides: Lily Donaldson on the runway at Issa S/S 16 made a cool case for amplifying a long white gown with bright and bold heels. While blue satin court shoes (we're thinking of these Manolo Blahniks, naturally) are the natural departure from off-white shoes, we like the challenge this presents us with.

Catwalk Notes for Brides: From the very edge of the shoulder bone and swooping down elegantly to the tip of the cleavage (with no bust on display, importantly), Pheobe Philo of Céline's new neckline is distinctive and highly evocative. If you're going down the haute couture route and having your wedding dress made by original design, this is certainly an of-the-moment neckline to consider.

Catwalk Notes for Brides: Monochrome is the new way to go on your big day. Swap out pretty pink accents for glamorous, Andrey Hepburn–inspired black trims and deftly placed bows.

Related: These 21 Affordable Wedding Dresses Look as Good as Designer Ones

Catwalk Notes for Brides: Flouncy frills and voluminous ruffles may make you think of those '80s wedding dresses that fashion would sooner wish to forget, but there's a legit way of adding megawatt fabric to your wedding dress without looking like an overzealous pudding. Sheer silk and organza are your new best friends—best worn on short sleeves like Temperley London's S/S 16 look.

Catwalk Notes for Brides: How does one do feathers without looking like an extra in Sesame Street? Simple. Understated colours are best when going for exotic feather detailing. Reach for blush pinks, soft creams or pristine whites. A vintage brooch centerpiece is optional. And remember, less is certainly more.

Catwalk Notes for Brides: The ladylike way to show a little leg on your wedding day without breaking too many style rules? Opt for a sheer section to your full skirt in the manner of Amanda Wakeley's striking evening gown. With silk-satin trimmings and two-tone pleats, this is a dress style that'll never loose its cool.

Catwalk Notes for Brides: If your wedding day is during the winter, you've got to consider what you'll wear when dashing between the car and the venue. Dior has answered all of our bridal fashion prayers with this striking appliquéd dress coat that runs the risk of upstaging your dress.

Catwalk Notes for Brides: The ruffled neckline is a powerful styling flourish to go for on your wedding day. You'll earn extra fashion points for incorporating ruffles in the same look too!

Catwalk Notes for Brides: Strips of fabric and tassels are the microtrend du jour amongst the fash pack, so take this look down the aisle with long streaming bows or dangling elements to your gown for a futureproof look.

Catwalk Notes for Brides: Now, onto the veil. Minimalists will rejoice at this little style trick: Make a headband out of a thick strip of veil and secure at the back with pins. Clever.

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Related: Here's How to Dress for a Winter Wedding and Not Get Frostbite

Which tip is the most useful for your big day? Share in the comments below.

It's that time of year when people look back, flick through the fashion photo archives and get serious about who looked really chic then, and therefore, who to watch now… That leads us happily onto our WWW UK HQ debate on which red carpet couple should be crowned the most stylish for 2015. You might be surprised by our chosen couple.

Scroll down to find out how FKA twigs and Robert Pattinson made the cut above the other A-list duos.

On Pattinson: Gucci suit.

On Twigs:

She wears Christopher Kane, Balenciaga, and Alexander McQueen. He wears suits by Gucci and Dior Homme, with Louis Vuitton shirts. On paper, it’s a high-end fashion feast; a killer combination. In reality, it’s far more exciting to see FKA twigs and Robert Pattinson’s names on the VIP guest lists for a chi-chi party because there’s always an air of unpredictability about what they do, say, and how will they make a straight-edge designer look that little bit quirky.

On Twigs: Calvin Klein jumpsuit.

Shaking off his teen heartthrob looks, Pattinson has embraced his fiancées love of eclectic style and taken to shaving shapes in his hairline and dappling with neckerchiefs. As Twigs scooped up the Fashion Influencer Award at the 2015 British Fashion Awards, the industry has been taking even more note of what the music and style renegade wears.

On Pattinson: Dior Homme three-piece suit, and shirt.

On Twigs: Christopher Kane dress, and shoes.

When it’s time for the Twig-Pattinson wedding day, we’re placing our bets on the wedding dress being other-wordly, and so far normcore. Watch this space.

On Pattinson: Gucci jacket.

On Twigs: Alexander McQueen dress.

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Related: These 21 Affordable Wedding Dresses Look as Good as Designer Ones

Do you think Robert Pattinson and FKA twigs should be crowned the Most Stylish Couple of 2015? Take it to the comments box below! We want to know what you think.

In the world of fashion, it's second nature to talk about next spring in autumn. Such a forward-thinking attitude is the inevitable result of studying hundreds of catwalk looks from the inexhaustible phenomenon that is fashion week. There are subtle complications that come with the job of fashion editing. There's the aforementioned 'no man's land' that comes with trend forecasting ahead of the natural calendar (we want to wear summer dresses now but, in reality, it's a crisp six degrees outside), and then there's the ever-growing shopping lists we amass (OK, I appreciate that you're not feeling much sympathy here.) This results in a growing impatience amongst the fashion ranks to wear certain trends and pieces now, regardless of whether or not they are actually available. Thankfully, S/S 16's romantic ruffle trend is something that we can all experiment with now because there are some key pieces available in stores that are like a wintry interpretation of next spring's look.

The vitals from the catwalk are as follows: Sarah Burton's latest offering for the house of Alexander McQueen was widely regarded to be one of her best yet. Burton kept the signature McQueen reinterpretation of British heritage clothing firmly in place (deconstructed military blazers and haunting floor-sweeping gowns) and added more evocative ruffles to sheer skirts. New York Fashion Week saw Proenza Schouler conjure up monochrome dresses featuring dreamlike ruffles and well-placed bows. Three makes it a trend, so a quick look at Chloé's sporty summer girls revealed tracksuit tops (yes, really) and tiered skirts. It's confirmed—the ruffle is officially in for spring 2016.

Layering will make this look work in winter, so slip a ribbed knit underneath a ruffled blouse and put on your statement coat to complete the look. The devil is always in the details though, so choose monochrome pieces over colour (accents of red in your outfit are good) and reach for vertical waterfall ruffles in silk. See the look on the catwalk and check out our ruffle shopping edit below! 

Alexander McQueen S/S 16

Alexander McQueen S/S 16

Alexander McQueen S/S 16

Chloé S/S 16

Chloé S/S 16

Chloé S/S 16

Proenza Schouler S/S 16

Proenza Schouler S/S 16

Proenza Schouler S/S 16

Would you wear this trend now or will you wait until next spring? Let us know in the comments below.

One of the more predominant trends seen on the F/W 15 runways was the Victorian era. Loads of lace, ruffles, and moody silhouettes cascaded down the catwalks of notable designers such as Alexander McQueen, Givenchy, and Altuzarra. And while the look is undeniably stunning, it's real-life application is slightly challenging, which is why we're spotlighting one aspect of the trend—high necklines—that's not only easy to emulate, but is also incredibly flattering. Scroll down to shop the best high-neck blouses for fall, and tell us what you think of the Victorian trend in the comments below!

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