Here comes the sun: Spring fashion trends
By Damien Woolnough and Melissa Singer
Full denim jacket
From left: Jeremy Allen White; Haulier International’s Camarouge jacket.
When The Bear’s Jeremy Allen White (above, left) hangs up his chef’s whites, he stays utilitarian but with a denim upgrade. This suit-jacket silhouette is an elevated take on a classic favourite, but packs the same cool. Throw it over a T-shirt and shorts for a relaxed take on weekend wear, or over wide-leg pants for a night out. Camarouge jacket, $1150.
Future vision
From left: Dua Lipa and Callum Turner together at Glastonbury 2024; LeSpecs “Rippled Rebel” sunglasses.
As Masters Of The Air actor Callum Turner was making his relationship with Dua Lipa official at Glastonbury festival this year (pictured), his fashion-forward sunnies were becoming an instant object of desire. The Brit star looked as if he was auditioning for a Matrix reboot in Louis Vuitton’s Super Vision Low Square shades ($1240) hot off the spring/summer runway. Ease into the look with affordable Aussie brand LeSpecs’ Rippled Rebel sunglasses, $90.
Arms race
From left: Formula 1 driver Lewis Hamilton; P.Johnson white waffle tank.
F1 champion Lewis Hamilton continues his winning streak as a fashion influencer. His commitment to oversized pants, demonstrated at the Australian Grand Prix, isn’t for everyone, but his on-trend top half is a white-singlet masterclass. Refine the look by investing in luxurious fabrics, such as P.Johnson’s waffle-weave organic cotton. P.Johnson “White Waffle Tank”, $125.
Short king
From left: Donald Glover rocking short shorts in New York, with wife Michelle White; R.Sport “Tennis” shorts, $79.
Actors Donald Glover, Andrew Scott, Jonathan Bailey and Paul Mescal are clearly locked in a contest about just how short shorts should be. Meanwhile, emerging Melbourne brand R.Sport has entered the fray with a classic tennis style that shows just enough leg without giving the whole game away. “Tennis” shorts, $79.
Vest intentions
From left: Barry Keoghan; Joseph & James V-neck merino vest.
Ever since Barry Keoghan caused a stir by taking off all his clothes in Saltburn, the Irish actor has really been enjoying dressing up. On the red carpet, he likes the versatility of a sweater vest – worn on its own or over a T-shirt or shirt. Burberry provided Keoghan with this petrol-blue winner, but we love Aussie label Joseph & James’ marine-blue version for spring. V-neck merino vest, $450.
Dare to bare
From left: Emma Corrin ups the thong ante in Hollywood; Aeyde “Renee” flip-flops.
After a few seasons of chunky footwear, prepare for the summer of the almost-naked foot. The Havaianas’ off-duty cool is a weekend perennial, but the thong, or flip-flop, is upping the style ante – in leather with the possible addition of a heel – for special office, party and fine-dining cameos (check out Emma Corrin on the Hollywood Walk of Fame). Be warned: there’s absolutely nothing low-maintenance about this look: book your pedi – or podi – now. Aeyde “Renee” flip-flop, $430.
Tea party
From left: Dakota Johnson; Once Was “Cristina” dress.
If there’s one thing that the northern hemisphere summer has demonstrated, it’s this: the whole world’s in love with tea dresses and Dakota Johnson (who’s pictured here in a dress from Doen on the set of her new movie, Materialists). Run, don’t walk: layer yours under a blazer or over a sheer rollneck while we wait for our own summer to get underway. Once Was “Cristina” dress, $450.
Brat pack
From left: Charli XCX takes lace down a dark path; Calibre “Heavy Lace” T-shirt, $299.
Maybe skip the unflattering acid-green and take more classic style cues from Brit singer-songwriter phenomenon Charli XCX. Lace tends to conjure images of tea parties and Picnic at Hanging Rock, but a darker, heavier execution – here, Charli is at Wimbledon in July – gives a little less Miss Havisham and a lot more rock ‘n’ roll. Calibre “Heavy Lace” T-shirt, $299.
Into the blue
From left: Blake Lively; Country Road mini skirt.
Blake Lively’s wardrobe for the It Ends with Us press tour had its share of misses, but the actor got one thing right: the power of blue, which dominated the spring/summer runways of Prada and Fendi. Lean into the overlapping preppy trend with an ice-blue cardigan or, if the shade’s too “cool” for your complexion, opt for a skirt instead. Country Road Pocket Detail Mini Skirt, $179.
Bottom dollars
Cate Blanchett with a sporty take on off-duty trousers; Lee Mathews “LM Poplin” pants.
Finding the perfect off-duty trousers can be like searching for a flat white after midday in Rome. Still, several Australian brands, including Bassike, A.Emery and Lee Mathews, specialise in the Swiss army knife of pants. For a sporty touch, make like Cate Blanchett (Meryll Rogge) and add stripes. Lee Mathews “LM Poplin pants”, $299.
Seeing stars
Naomi Watts with a retro approach to sunnies; Oroton “Sigrid” sunglasses.
Changing up your wardrobe in a cost-of-living crunch is as easy and affordable as upgrading your sunglasses. Like Naomi Watts, we like the distinctly retro feel of a pair of oversized aviators. Just remember to apply sunscreen: no one wants oversized tan lines, too. Oroton “Sigrid” sunglasses, $229.
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