You should know something about Kaia Gerber: She is delightfully funny. 

If her magnetic stare, in all its glorious intensity, had you thinking otherwise, I don’t blame you, because behind all that "blue steel”—which has graced countless fashion and beauty campaigns, runways, and red carpets—is a genuine sweetheart with one heck of a sense of humor. It’s your classic case of "you can’t judge a book by its cover.” Dripping with sarcasm, Gerber’s wit is unassuming and smart. It’s the kind that will catch you off guard in the best way. I know this because I experienced it firsthand during my hour-long interview with the model and actress (which took place in early July before the strike) and because it’s on full display in her new film Bottoms, the raunchy and hilarious teen romp directed by Emma Seligman. It appears Gerber, 22, has officially ushered in her comedic era. Lucky for us, she plans to stay a while.

"I’m excited for people to actually understand that I do, in fact, have a sense of humor,” Gerber tells me from her hotel room in Germany. Wearing a crisp white T-shirt (an item she admits is on heavy rotation in her wardrobe) with her brunette locks framing her face, she, sans makeup, is posted up casually in front of an abstract mural she thinks might be of Angelina Jolie but can’t say for sure. She’s been trying to figure it out for the last couple of months while the room has served as her home away from home. With the exception of a quick jaunt to Los Angeles back in June, Gerber has spent the majority of her spring and early summer abroad filming a yet-to-be-announced project. A few days before our interview, she took another break from production to open the Valentino Haute Couture Fall/Winter 2023-24 show in Chantilly, France. It’s but a snapshot of Gerber’s fast-paced life as a rising star in Hollywood and one of fashion’s most prominent faces.

Though it may seem that acting is a new chapter for Gerber, she’ll be the first to tell you otherwise. 

From as early as she can remember, Gerber was trying to make people laugh and perform for family and friends. If there were a play or musical happening in her hometown of Malibu, California, she was at the audition ready to go. Playing tree number two in the local production of The Wizard of Oz was a serious endeavor. She was an avid viewer of the classics and adored musical theater. It’s worth noting she is a Wicked superfan. "I actually think I’ve seen that show at least nine times,” she shares proudly. And yes, she is very excited for the upcoming movie adaptation. She loved watching Scorsese films with her dad when she got a bit older and harnessed a passion for international film by way of Jean-Luc Godard and new-wave French cinema. At 15, she landed her first professional acting job in the 2016 film Sister Cities. 

Then modelling happened.

A career in front of the lens seemed almost predestined for Gerber given her familial ties to the fashion industry. Her mother, the legendary Cindy Crawford, practically wrote the playbook on how to be a supermodel; her father, Rande Gerber, is a model turned businessman; and her older brother Presley has been the face for major brands such as Dolce & Gabbana, Prabal Gurung, and Moschino. At 16, she made her runway debut for Raf Simons’s Calvin Klein collection, and from there, her career skyrocketed. There were the jam-packed fashion weeks, the glossy campaigns, the high-profile print covers—including her first American Vogue cover in 2021—the British Fashion Awards’ Model of the Year award, the design collaboration with Karl Lagerfeld, and a current partnership with Celine. "I got to travel and see the world and be independent and meet people from all over, and I thought, ‘This was so exciting,’” Gerber says. But even with all her success in modelling, her passion for performance never waivered. There was a creative pull, a proverbial knocking at the door she couldn’t ignore. She needed to give acting a real try.

"It’s scary when you have something that you have somewhat of a security in and that you have found success in to go, ‘I’m going to do something that has no guarantee,’” Gerber shares of shifting gears. "But I just thought, ‘Life is too short to not do something because it scares you,’ and oftentimes, the things that scare me are the things I should be doing.”

In 2021, Gerber made her television debut in the 10th season of the FX horror anthology American Horror Story as well as its spin-off, American Horror Stories. Last year, following a leading role in the short film The Palisades, she appeared in Damien Chazelle’s original epic Babylon.

Gerber compares finding the right role to the feeling of falling in love. "Sometimes, you can’t figure out why, but you just get butterflies, and something happens to you,” she says. Another surefire way Gerber knows she really is excited about something is if the material leaves her asking, "What is this?!” and "Who are these people?!” That was precisely her reaction to watching Emma Seligman’s first feature film, the indie flick Shiva Baby, starring Rachel Sennott. "I watched it and thought, ‘Whatever they do next, my answer would be yes,’” she says.

Enter Bottoms. Co-written by Seligman and Sennott, the comedy follows two queer high school students who start a fight club to meet girls and have sex before graduation. Sennott stars in the film opposite The Bear’s Ayo Edebiri, another girl of the summer. A playful nod to the great teen comedies of the late ’90s and early aughts, Bottoms, which premiered at South by Southwest earlier this year, is the kind of weirdly funny, campy watch we’ve been missing in the last few years. 

"I read the script, and I was just like, ‘This is the gayest, horniest, funniest thing I’ve ever read,’” Gerber says. Knowing these scripts don’t come around very often and excited about the opportunity to work with a young female director, Gerber was determined to find her way into the movie. Before auditions were even being held, she put herself on tape. She ultimately landed the part of Brittany, the love interest of Sennott’s PJ. Not far off from Gerber herself, Brittany is usually perceived off looks alone, but if you peel back the layers, you’ll see there’s more there than meets the eye. "If I had watched this movie in high school, I would have had maybe an easier time, so I hope that there is some teenager out there who watches this and is like, ‘Oh my god—okay, there are other people like me,’” Gerber says.

Working on Bottoms was the equivalent of comedy boot camp for Gerber, with Sennott and Edebiri serving as her counsellors. She would study the pair’s every move, trying to match their comedic timing and figure out how their brains worked. The experience would end up being transformational for her—not just in building up her confidence in the comedy space but also in sparking a new passion for the genre.

It’s fitting, then, that Gerber’s next project is another comedy, the Apple TV+ miniseries Palm Royale (formerly titled Mrs. American Pie) about one woman’s attempt to gain a spot in Palm Beach high society. This time around, her counsellors, so to speak, were comedy heavyweights Kristen Wiig and Carol Burnett. The show also stars Laura Dern, Allison Janney, and Leslie Bibb. Not too shabby. "Some people go to Groundlings—I went to the Rachel, Ayo, Kristen, and Carol school of comedy,” Gerber says with a laugh. Gerber could have easily succumbed to imposter syndrome in such a room, but instead, she rose to the occasion and leaned into her vulnerabilities, saying "As an actor, you’re really only as good as the person you are acting with, and you can’t be self-conscious or thinking about yourself when you are with someone as amazing as Kristen or Carol or Laura. … It’s in the fear of failing that I think people don’t actually produce their best work. I’ve been lucky enough to be in environments where I feel safe enough to fall flat on my face.”

When Gerber’s not putting her comedy chops to the test alongside the greats, you’ll likely find her curled up somewhere with a good book. It’s not out of the norm for her to be rotating between three or four at a time—usually a memoir, a novel, a short story, or a poetry book. She is an enthusiastic consumer of literature, one who will happily ham it up with you about her latest book finds. Recent favorites include Acts of Service by Lillian Fishman, Lucky Dogs by Helen Schulman, and Terminal Boredom by Izumi Suzuki. 

"When people think of Kaia Gerber’s Instagram, [I don’t think] they expect to go on and basically see me only talking about books,” she says. Looking for a place to connect with others and start purposeful conversations, Gerber created her own online book club. Each month, she shares a new book with her 9.6 million followers, inviting either the author or a special guest to join her live. "I decided, Why not use this book club as a way to highlight authors and encourage people to read but also as a door or window into conversations that are really difficult to have?” she says. For this reason, she’s quite particular about the titles she chooses each month, basing it on the kind of dialogue she wants to spark. For August, Gerber hosted a live with author Alex Auder to discuss her memoir Don’t Call Me Home, a story that tackles being raised by a Warhol superstar and the intimate bonds of mother-daughter relationships. "I get to have these really incredible authors or people who just have so much insight into these topics. I am a very curious person in my life, and I think it lives in my book club as well,” she adds.

So where does modelling fit into all this? It’s obvious Gerber is leaning more into acting these days, but she is quick to clarify it’s not one or the other. The two can live harmoniously in her life. For the moment, she’s enjoying being more selective with the fashion projects she commits to. "I have fun doing it now because I get to come in and do really special, meaningful things with people that I have really deep, wonderful relationships with,” she says. The Valentino Haute Couture show is one example. Working with longtime friend Hedi Slimane as the face of Celine is another. "I love working with Celine because I really feel like it’s the coolest version of myself, and it’s not at all how cool I am in real life,” she says. Even her fashion choices on the red carpet, for which she collaborates with stylist Danielle Goldberg, are meticulously selected and have intent behind them. 

Gerber is nothing if not thoughtful in how she presents herself to the world and where she invests her time. It’s her Virgo energy showing. "I’m very organized and type A and focused,” she says. But that’s not to say she’s closed off to any new adventures the world has in store for her. At 22, Gerber is very much in a period of self-discovery. Having been thrust into the spotlight and adulthood at an early age, she’s essentially been living life in reverse. It’s only now that she’s getting in touch with her inner child and finding out what really excites her, how she feels fulfilled outside of work, and who she is as a friend, a daughter, a partner, and a mother to her rescue pup Milo. Even our cover shoot takes Gerber "back to school” with some of the season’s biggest looks. As our conversation starts winding down, Gerber gets a little introspective: "At 16, I was so much more confident in my knowledge about the world, and now, I’m like, ‘I don’t know anything about the world.’ … Growing up is realising how much more you have to learn.”

Right now, the possibilities seem endless for Gerber. First conquering modelling and now a whole new world in comedy film and television. What will she take on next? While we’ll have to wait and see, one thing is certain. Whether it’s that magnetic stare or her infectious charm on-screen, there’s no taking your eyes off of Kaia Gerber.

Photographer: Carissa Gallo 

Stylist and Editorial Director: Lauren Eggertsen 

Hairstylist: Clay Nielsen using ÄZ Haircare at Tracey Mattingly Agency 

Makeup Artist: Nina Park at Kalpana 

Manicurist: Thuy Nguyen at A-Frame Agency 

Set Designer: Cecilio Dolcetto Lara Ramirez at A-Frame Agency

VP of Creative: Alexa Wiley 

Video Director: Stephanie Romero

Cinematographer: Amusement Productions

Sound Mixer: Jason Flaster

Video Editor: Collin Hughart

Producer: Samantha Rockman

Executive Director of Entertainment: Jessica Baker

Between dating drama and Don't Worry Darling, the past year has seen Olivia Wilde dominate headlines, but we're not one for idle gossip—instead, we've been focusing on the actor and director's style, which has been incredibly impressive of late. And recently, Wilde was spotted while out shopping in Paris wearing what just might be the most ideal cold-weather denim outfit we've seen this season. 

Clad in bootcut jeans, an oversize black shearling biker jacket, and sold-out Khaite Calgary boots, Wilde managed to wear a look that's both accessible and aspirational—lest we forget to point out the Proenza Schouler PS1 Tiny satchel she was toting—for anyone seeking easy winter-outfit inspo.

Paired with a warm turtleneck jumper and red manicure, the fresh-faced star's look reminds us that a great pair of jeans is essential for all seasons, but it's the accessories and outerwear that make even the most basic outfits into the perfect winter denim look. 

If you're channeling big Olivia Wilde energy in 2023, then you've come to the right place. Ahead, we've pulled several black jackets, boots, bags, and, of course, jeans to help you achieve this Wilde-approved look this season. 

On Olivia Wilde: Proenza Schouler bag; Khaite boots

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Fashion collaborations come in a variety of guises. Some result in an exciting fusion of design aesthetics while other designers probably should've just stuck to what they do best. Proenza Schouler and Birkenstock might not have been the most obvious of fashion bedfellows, but when these two brands dropped their first sandal collaboration in 2020, the fashion crowd couldn't get enough—and neither could I.

And, as it turns out, the now best-selling style isn't just a fashion-editor fave but a celebrity fave, too. And designer, presenter, and all-around-style icon Alexa Chung just wore them on holiday, firmly cementing the fashionable collab as an It shoe for the ages.

Complete with a printed shirt and denim mini, Alexa's look is a masterclass in off-duty holiday style and a look at just how versatile the elevated Birkenstock can be.

With all of Proenza's design know-how and the comfy, hard-wearing appeal of Birkenstock's iconic sandal, the collaboration first entered the market just as the "gorpcore" trend was hitting the big time. With their clean lines, pops of colour and comfortable fit, the sandals are a rare meeting of form and function. So it comes as no surprise that the sellout collection returned for 2022 and still looks as fresh as when it first dropped. 

"Birkenstocks have always had a special place in our lives and are one of the few things that the two of us have in common from our separate and completely different childhood experiences," explain Proenza Schouler's co-founders, Jack McCollough and Lazaro Hernandez. "We each grew up wearing Birkenstocks, and as we went off to college in the '90s, they felt like such an iconic part of our wardrobes, but we really see them as timeless. We have such respect for the integrity of a pair of Birkenstocks. Our brands have a shared attention to quality and detail, so it made a lot of sense to join forces and create something that feels authentic and lasting.

"When we launched our last collection, it was right at the beginning of lockdown. Truthfully, we were a bit worried. Everything seemed to be falling apart when we were launching this really exciting project, but in the end, it was the perfect timing," they explain. "All people wanted to wear were Birkenstocks around the house with a pair of comfy socks, on their quick trips to the grocery store or on daily walks. The perfect quarantine shoe! And now, even though we are re-entering the world and socializing, we still wanted to keep that casual sensibility, that low-to-the-ground, comfortable, slip-on-and-go shoe. There's no fuss to it. For us, personally, we want to be comfortable but also want to feel polished with a bit of an elevated edge. The idea that you don't have to choose between those two states has been our biggest source of inspiration while designing."

I was lucky enough to road-test the latest collection, including new colours and the classic monochrome varieties that have proven popular with Chung. And yes, I can confirm that they are just as good as the first drop. They're comfortably cool and will look good with everything in your wardrobe. Scroll down to see and shop the sandals from the latest Birkenstock x Proenza Schouler collaboration.

Style Notes: If black and white isn't really your bag, then I recommend trying out this new rust hue, which will bring interest to your wardrobe staples. They look particularly good with jeans and a white tee, in my opinion.

Style Notes: There's a reason that the classic black sandal is coming back for the second collection. It's probably the most versatile style you can find. Wear with printed trousers, midi dresses, shorts and everything in between. Buy now, and wear forever.

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I wouldn't call myself a shoe person, and so I have never been tempted to spend a lot on a designer pair of heels or anything you'd classify as really "special." I get too many blisters and don't take enough Ubers. There is one exception to this, however, as Proenza Schouler's ankle boots, loafers and sandals are tempting for people like me who want their shoes to be "hardy" and practical. They manage to do the seemingly impossible and make chunky loafers and hiking boots actually quite beautiful, thanks to the quality leather and distinctive stitching and buckles. 

This summer Proenza Schouler was responsible for the most in-demand pair of sandals, as they collaborated with Birkenstock on a special edition version of its two-strap sandals. Alexa Chung, Sienna Miller and more were spotted wearing them throughout the summer, however, it looks like the brand is going to continue its winning streak into winter. There is one pair in particular which is quickly gaining traction this autumn: the tread sole T-bar leather loafers. They have a school-girl charm thanks to the silver buckle and cutout detailing, but the cream leather and burgundy patent options make them feel more elevated than typical loafers.

Keep scrolling to see my edit of the best Proenza Schouler shoes—from sandals to chunky hiker boots. 

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As a brand, Birkenstock is no stranger to designer collaborations. Over the years, the footwear label has partnered with the likes of Valentino, Rick Owens and more, to create special edition iterations of its instantly-recognizable sandals. 

Of course, this summer is no different as Birkenstock recently launched a collaboration collection in partnership with buzzy, New York-based brand Proenza Schouler. Taking Birkenstocks' signature two-strap silhouette, the designers added contrast top-stitching to the sandals and released the footwear in a range of colours including black, white, silver and yellow. 

Unsurprisingly, the item has already caught the attention of celebrities and influencers worldwide, as the shoe has been worn by Alexa Chung, Sienna Miller and more throughout the summer. 

When it comes to styling, several It-girls are opting for the Alexa look, by pairing the shoe alongside socks, while in warmer parts of the world, the footwear is being worn alongside swimsuit and linen shirts for beachside strolls. As the shoes have already sold out on a few websites, it's clear the Proenza Schouler x Birkenstock collaboration has been another success for the footwear label. Keep scrolling to see how a few fashionable women are styling the shoe and then shop the collaboration below. 

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Next up, the biggest S/S 20 fashion trends you need to know. 

A new season makes for the perfect opportunity to switch up your style and try something new. After all, trying out new looks and seeing what works is all part of the fun of getting dressed. However, even we sometimes run out of ideas on new ways to style our favourite pieces or simply don't have the energy to think up ingenious accessory hacks. As such, we turned to Instagram.

With the arrival spring, we consulted with some of our favourite digital dressers to create a dossier of easy styling tricks that anyone can try, using pieces you likely already have in your wardrobes. So without further ado, here are eight niche styling tricks that'll update your existing wares in a flash.

If, like us, you've grown tired of wearing jumpers as tops for four straight months, shake it up by adding a statement blouse (a ruffled collar is essential) underneath. Honestly, it raises the game of literally any jumper in a way no roll-neck could do. 

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Silky scarves are set to be one of 2020's biggest accessory trends, and we love how Zeena's styled hers in the fashion of a pussy-bow. Another easy way to breathe new life into your basic knitwear. 

It's not the newest trick in the book, but it is one that keeps popping back up: pairing a big silk or velvet bow with a simple, minimalist outfit. Sure, you can invest in a designer piece, but you can also find loads of them on Etsy. That, or simply take ribbon handles off fancy shopping bags. 

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Make like Eni and layer a crop top over an oversize shirt to create a cool new silhouette. Look for knitted styles that'll keep you slightly cosier until spring truly rolls around. 

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Previously deemed uncool, the exposed sock-and-shoe combo has made a firm comeback and works to add a little air of mystery to any outfit. Choose a colour-pop hue with simple black loafers for the chicest way to try the trend. 

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Cardigans are still reigning supreme on the style circuit at the moment, so it's little wonder that Instagram's elite dressers are testing out new ways to wear them. Right now, instead of unbuttoning the collar, people are leaving the hems of their cardigans undone, flashing their midriffs in the process. 

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Thanks to a slew of brands, silky, pyjama-style separates have become totally acceptable to wear in working hours with silk trousers proving the comfiest option. Pair with a black blazer, white tee and gold chain. Voilà! 

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This post was originally published at an earlier time and has since been updated.

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Before you see a great bag on the arm of your favourite street style star, there's only one place to spot it: on the runway. Now that fashion month is in the rearview mirror, it's finally time to take stock of the purses that captured our attention—and sometimes stole the show.

From teeny-tiny mini bags to oversize styles, these 10 drool-worthy designs were the standouts of fashion month. Little details like handles and hardware make these feel special for 2017. So whether you're saving up for a little something special or you're just window shopping, you're going to want to keep reading and get a good look at the styles you're going to see on every street style star in the coming months. And with any luck, you might just find one on your own arm too.

Read on for the 10 must-have runway bags you'll want to shop come spring...

Alexander Wang

This mini bag is bound to make a splash thanks to the bold color and edgy metal details. 

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Altuzarra

Altuzarra's playful take on fashion had everyone talking this season, so you can bet to see this cheeky bag everywhere.

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Céline

Leave it to Céline to inspire major bag lust with the simplest of designs. This extra-large style is sure to be a major favorite down the line.

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Chloé 

After the runaway success of Chloé's Drew and Faye bags, it's time for a new bag to take over the internet. This mini saddlebag is our pick. 

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Dior

There was plenty to fawn over in Maria Grazia Chiuri's debut collection at Dior, but these statement bags were definitely a standout.

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Givenchy

Mini bags aren't going anywhere just yet, but what makes this Givenchy design extra special is the exaggerated chain and the croc body.

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Gucci

Chances are you've seen Gucci's lust-worthy bags plastered all over Instagram, but next season we're betting this colorful style with a guitar strap will be the one to watch.

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Loewe

J.W.Anderson continues to make major waves with his thoughtful collections at Loewe. While all of the bags were worthy of a double take, this oversize folded style is one we think every street style star could get behind.

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Louis Vuitton

If there's one style that had the internet buzzing during fashion week, it was Louis Vuitton's monogram trunk phone cases. While not technically a purse, this is the accessory that everyone will clamour for, we guarantee it.

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Proenza Schouler

Proenza Schouler always makes a splash with its colourful, eye-catching bags, but the stitching details on this season's cool clutch are what truly sets it apart.

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Want more handbag inspo? See the style that keeps selling out this season.

Hi, Who What Wear UK readers! The new season has now officially kicked into action, but with some daring new trends translating from the runways and onto store rails, it's made me think about not only what I'll invest in but how I can wear key items differently depending on whether I'm in the Los Angeles heat or the slightly less predictable UK climate. So here's how some of S/S 16's most important pieces can work intercontinentally!

Alexander Wang S/S 16

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Gucci S/S 16

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Rag & Bone S/S 16

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Proenza Schouler S/S 16

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Topshop Unique S/S 16

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Do you know which way you'll approach the season? Let us know in the comments box below—and check back every month for Ashley's next column!

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When you think about the body of historical proof—Diane von Furstenberg's eternally popular and incredibly flattering wrap dresses are now over 40 years old—it's strange we didn't think of the slimming top earlier. Imagine all of the waist-nipping, sleeve-covering benefits of the aforementioned frocks, only with the versatility of being a separate wardrobe pillar to be styled with whatever else you like the most: The wrap top is unequivocally the figure-friendliest silhouette going, for all shapes and sizes.

Ballerina-style cardigans are suddenly popping up in stores, whilst shirts continue their journey into new territory, with many designed now as wrap-around styles with big shirttail bows for extra-interesting detailing.

Scroll down to see the best wrap tops to suit everyone…

This week two burgeoning trends have made themselves plain to see on streets and store rails, and both of them have put a majorly official stamp on the fact that asymmetrical silhouettes provide more nowness than anything else. 

We've studied the one-shouldered shirt boom from Emilio Pucci and the fact that wrap cardigans and tops are basically the most flattering thing you can buy in your entire lifetime—no matter your body type—and now look at just how many jaunty hemlines are around. You'll find them on skirts. On dresses. On tops, jumpers and jackets. This one design feature enables a simpler wardrobe staple to suddenly take on a new lease of directional life.

Add just one to your closet and we guarantee spring 2016 will reward you. Scroll down to see our top asymmetrical picks…

On Patricia Manfield: Kenzo top; Stella McCartney skirt.

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You’re totally forgiven for scratching your head over which trouser or denim shape to commit to in 2016. There’s no one dedicated silhouette that defines the S/S 16 collections, but the mood is decidedly experimental. The collections partly champion directional tailoring, only to be closely followed by normcore’s beloved straight-leg look. Then there are some racy transparent PVC trews (thank you J.W.Anderson) that contend with Chanel’s wet-look baby pink flares (yes, really).

The style circuit is overwhelmed in choice when it comes to bottoms with joie de vivre and jeans shapes cut every which way and how. However, fashion’s elite has unified on the resolution that spray-on skinnies are to be left alone for a year or so… Well, until we change our minds next week, of course!

To demystify the trouser game, we’ve clocked the key styles and how to wear them in the moment. Scroll down for a master class on 2016’s must-have trousers.

Catwalk Notes: Chanel’s unapologetic high-shine pink two-piece is a departure from its classic bouclé. There’s no mistaking the loud trouser vibe has caught on at Lagerfeld’s HQ, so please swing your 2.1 bag in this direction.

Catwalk Notes: Loewe has single-handedly redefined the statement trouser this season, with wide-leg mock croc and these transparent PVC trews that take a double dose of confidence to pull off. Wear with a long top, roomy tote bag and kitten heels for the so-now twist.

Read our guide on how to wear metallic pieces 24/7.

Catwalk Notes: Proenza Schouler has gone down the ladylike route with a 2016 spin—the cut of the trousers are slimline but loose, and the hemline dips at the back to elongate the leg. These are best suited to dress with flats and a high-octane top.

Catwalk Notes: Voluminous, sharply tailored and fluid, Céline’s trousers are cut to flatter and animate the woman about town. Style them with a clever cami and pointed-toe shoes.

Catwalk Notes: J.W.Anderson’s daredevil lace trousers get the cool treatment with metallic ankle boots and cling film–look vest top. You can make them more wearable with the addition of a fitted blouse and a silk bomber.

Catwalk Notes: It's not a skinny, but it's an extreme straight-leg; note that difference. Topshop Unique's pink leather trousers capture the season's love of strawberry sorbet shades perfectly. There's no better time to join the Pink Ladies.

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Catwalk Notes: Architectural cuts, post-modern twists and experimental fabric structuring is the new way to draw attention to the feminine allure of S/S 16. Stella McCartney does it best in white crêpe-de-chine and silk-wool blends.

Catwalk Notes: The brocade trouser resurfaced in Alessandro Michele's S/S 16 collection with tongue-in-cheek glory! Dare to wear it with the matching Gucci jacket for a fashion homerun or add a classic cream knit to chill it out (well, a touch!)

Catwalk Notes: The track pant is officially back in thanks to one of our favourite French fashion houses, Chloé! Dig out your '70s-inspired tracksuits or invest in the catwalk's coolest version.

Catwalk Notes: The most wearable and refreshing trousers style of the season is certainly the Givenchy relaxed pyjama style. Wear it with a cami and slicked back hair to capture the runway look in real life.

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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.

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.

If you want to become a model, maybe just go to the grocery store? Two weeks ago, Shelby Hayes was grocery shopping with her mother in California when she was discovered and chosen as a model for Proenza Schouler's S/S 16 collection. According to Vogue, she was flown in specifically for the show and describes herself as a "bookworm with a fondness for Disneyland." Hayes also booked another high-profile show at New York's S/S 16 collections, walking in Marc Jacobs's hotly anticipated show at the Ziegfeld Theatre. With two amazing shows under her belt already, we're sure to see more from Shelby in the future. 

Scroll down to see shots of Shelby in action at Proenza Schouler and Marc Jacobs!

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In whose collections would you like to see Shelby next? Tell us below!

To celebrate the arrival of its fall collection in stores, Proenza Schouler is offering a behind-the-scenes glimpse at how it came to life. Starting today on the brand’s Instagram account, fans will be able to follow the collection from conceptualization to final delivery with a series of images by photographer Landon Nordeman. According to WWD, other contributors to the five-day project include “FIT’s museum director Valerie Steele, the stylist Edward Enninful and model Steph Smith, who opened the brand’s fall 2015 runway show.” A winning team, if ever there was one. As for what inspired designers Jack McCollough and Lazaro Hernandez to take this route, McCollough explained:

“It often feels like fashion documentaries and branded books focus on the same few aspects of the collection: the show, the casting and the fittings. There is so much more that goes into the design process. We thought Instagram would be a great platform to share some of our process with an attention to detail that is often overlooked in more traditional mediums.”

He has a point, and as especially big fans of seeing how our favourite fashion items get made, we love this idea. It’s also further proof of Instagram’s fashion cachet, which McCollough points out is not simply a sales channel but one that’s great for expressing “the brand’s values.” The first image has yet to be released, but we’re keeping our eyes peeled!

What do you think of Proenza Schouler’s new digital project? Sound off in the comments!

Ah, every woman's constant plea: that she may own and wear a pair of high heels that don't absolutely murder her feet and make her life miserable. We've done our best to help provide you with tips to wearing high heels without pain, but sometimes an expert must be brought in.

We asked our resident stylist Marissa Webb to share her pro tips for making heels as comfortable as they can be, and she had some dynamite wisdom to disperse. 

"Your favourite heels might look great, but if you can't walk in them, it really takes all the fun and beauty out of them," Webb astutely observes. "Some tricks I've learned over time have saved me on countless occasions."

Keep scrolling to read Marissa Webb's top tricks for making your high heels more comfortable!

If you have to choose between a pair that's slightly snug or slightly loose, go with loose; you can always pad them, but hoping they will stretch out usually ends in disappointment.

Every heel doesn't need to be 4-plus inches tall. I love a kitten heel, and they're almost like wearing flats; they don't put as much pressure on the ball of your foot, which is often the source of discomfort.

Take breaks from pointed-toe heels. Rotate between a round toe, open toe, and pointed toe. Sure, pointy might look great, but it certainly won't help your toes. Especially the poor pinky!

Even if you think you're in your most comfortable heels, be prepared if it's going to be a long day or night. A combination of padding the footbed and cotton balls stuffed in the toes is my ultimate solution.

My favourite trick is cotton balls. I figured this out at a hotel one night, when I couldn't find heel pads and one my right shoe kept flopping off. Stuff the cotton balls into the toe of your shoe until the fit is right. Keep a few extra in your purse for just such an occasion.

No matter what else you do, do not wait to break in your brand new heels at that special event you picked them out for. You haven't developed a relationship with the shoes yet, and you don't want to spoil the night by finding out too late that your heels have a mean side. Wear them at least once before the event so you know how to prep them properly.

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There seems to be a consensus among members of the fashion community that New York girls just do it better. Paris might still be the reigning fashion capital of the world, but there's a certain je ne sais quoi about the way NYC gals dress.

To help us capture that essence, we enlisted the help of Marissa Webb, our resident stylist and full-time New York City resident. We asked her: What is this magical formula NYC girls use to get dressed everyday?

"I don’t think there is a must-use 'formula,' so I use that term loosely," Webb says. "However, I do think having a few styling tricks up our sleeves helps us New York gals pull it together every day."

Keep scrolling for Marissa Webb's top style tricks every New York City girl relies on!

Have your accessories ready to go! Always have accessories top of mind for days when you need to pump up your look and you don’t have the luxury of time. They can quickly take a look from simple to fashion-forward."

Because the pace of New York doesn’t slow down, we city ladies probably give our shoes a lot more thought than one would consider to be normal. One trick is pairing comfortable shoes with something dressy, or the reverse: pair dressy heels with something casual on top.

Always think of opposites and contrast–an outfit usually looks more interesting with items that fall under different categories. Think long with short, dressy with casual, soft with hard, and masculine with feminine. This could be as simple as wearing a nicely tailored, straightforward suit and popping on a pair of dramatic chandelier earrings.

Know the proportions that work for you. Wearing heavy, slouchy layers on top? Style them over something slim on the bottom. If you're going slouchy and baggy on the bottom, pair it with something slim on top.

Have your third piece ready. New York City girls know you always need a third piece, even if it's 100 degrees out; once you walk into the office, you’re going to be freezing.

You should know when to go bold or go neutral with your makeup. My formula is one of opposites: If I’m wearing something bright and bold, I play down my makeup, and if I’m wearing neutral colours and need a pop, I’ll add a punched-up lip or eye.

Lastly, all New York girls know: when you're not sure what to wear and you're out of time, you can always rely on black or white.

Landing a dream job is something we talk about a lot here at Who What Wear. From the dos and don'ts of what to say in front of your new boss, to what to wear on your first day, it's a minefield out there.

What better person to consult on the topic of dream jobs than our resident stylist Marissa Webb, who has herself landed more than a few: designer at her own namesake brand and creative director of Banana Republic, just to name a couple. We got her to share her wisdom on the style skills every woman should master in order to land her dream job.

"Often we learn these skills while on the job," Webb reminds us. "But that doesn't mean that there aren't a few skills worth mastering before you ever walk through the door!"

Keep scrolling for Marissa Webb's top style skills you need to learn before you land your dream job!

Understand what is work appropriate for your industry, but find subtle ways to stand out and show your unique personality.

If we don't feel comfortable in our clothes, it really shows in the way we carry ourselves. Figure out what makes you feel extra confident, and stick to it.

Master the power suit! And don't put limitations on it; it doesn't have to be a boring black suit that you hate. You should love it and feel confident in it. Add your own interesting accents to make the look yours. 

Learn how to mask all the unattractive things we need to carry back and forth to work. (Those fabulous "bag spills" you see in magazines don't really exist.) Look for a fun, chic tote that adds to your look.

Learn how to pull it together quickly for the days when you're short on time. Think about the go-to items you know will always come to your rescue. Blazers are consistently my go-to; I toss them over almost anything for polish. 

Learn how to walk in heels! They might not be something you wear to work every day, but if a time comes when you need to dress up, it's a lot easier if you have already mastered the skill of walking in them.