Now that Australia’s top designers have showcased spring 2015 collections in front of our very eyes, we’ve got a pretty clear forecast of what trends to expect come winter’s end. Some are rearing their heads from recent seasons, while others are bursting back onto the scene after a very long retreat — all with a contemporary refresh, of course.
Check out the top 10 trends straight from the MBFWA runway in our gallery below, and hang tight for the warmer months.
Runway Trends From MBFWA
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Buckling Up
Buckles, bondage and leather were all the rage at MBFWA, seen here on an Any Step design.
Photo courtesy of Raffles
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Buckling Up
The trend was even used to hold garments together for By Johnny's runway, and to add a little bit of raw edge.
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Buckling Up
Serpent & the Swan's runway was heavy on the bondage-inspired trend.
Photo courtesy of Serpent & the Swan
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Denim
Even though denim gears itself towards the colder months, there's a lighter take for spring. We're loving the classic-blue maxi dress from Aje's runway.
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Denim
Even Manning Cartell looked to chambray to pare down its bright and bold pieces.
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Denim
Watson x Watson couldn't get enough of denim for its upcoming collection, playing with girlie patchwork.
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Fringing
Bec & Bridge's Morrocan-inspired fringing powered an exoticism we want to possess come spring.
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Fringing
We love how the trend can add a little length to pieces without coming across as too modest, as seen here in a casper&pearl design.
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Fringing
Fringe detailing even took on pants this season, like on Serpent & the Swan's runway.
Photo courtesy of Serpent & the Swan
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High Necks
High necks are back for another round, and we couldn't be more excited. We love the chic femininity of this casper&pearl piece.
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High Necks
Bec & Bridge's high necks dominated the spring 2014 runways, so we're not surprised to see them back again this year. We're also not complaining.
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High Necks
Add a little bit of structure a la Maticevski, and you're set.
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Metallics
The warmer months are your time to shine, made easy with the metallics trend in full force. Alice McCALL is one label which will have you covered.
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Metallics
A slinky take, like this piece from Bec & Bridge, will add a little sex appeal.
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Metallics
To bring sophistication to the evening-appropriate trend, try a midi-length dress.
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Monochrome
Minimalists rejoice, because monochrome is back and better than ever. We love this fun print from Manning Cartell.
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Monochrome
TOME NYC incorporates androgyny with clean lines.
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Monochrome
The trend needn't be boring, exemplified with By Johnny's designs.
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Office Chic
Plenty of runway pieces exuded a certain office-wear appeal, like this combo by Lee Mathews.
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Office Chic
A stripe-on-stripe get-up, like this colourful matchy-matchy outfit by POL, will have you ready for the office and beyond.
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Office Chic
This shirt dress by TOME NYC combines sophistication with effortless flair.
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Seeing Red
Red was one of the biggest colours which came out to play for MBFWA, like this divine maxi by Michael Lo Sordo.
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Seeing Red
Although you'd think such a vibrant hue might be a little cray, all you need to do is show off some skin to lessen the load. Watson x Watson shows us how it's done, with asymmetrical detailing and spaghetti straps.
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Seeing Red
Alice McCALL is known for her fun and out-there designs, so it's no wonder she too dabbled in bright reds.
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Sheer
Sheer is back, working as a patterned layer on this Alice McCALL piece.
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Sheer
Bianca Spender incorporates the trend subtly, using the same hue as the focus material.
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Sheer
Ginger & Smart uses the trend wisely, to cover up certain areas while still evoking a seductiveness.
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Leg Splits
MBFWA was all about the leg split, on both pants and skirts alike. For the girl who's not into skirts but wants to feel cool in spring, we'd recommend these Bec & Bridge pants.
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Leg Splits
Ginger & Smart blurred the line between a skirt and pants with this white leg-split number. We shall call them skants.
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Leg Splits
When you love the length of the midi but have legs too good to hide, look no further than Alice McCALL.
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