Charity shop suits, anoraks and DIY pom poms- eight easy wardrobe updates inspired by the catwalks

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In this week’s edition, we’re thrilled to present our budget-friendly guide to mastering high-low styling, double socking, and oversized suiting, all inspired by the spring/summer ’25 fashion shows. If you haven’t subscribed to Fashion Statement yet, make sure to sign up here!

On October 3, 2024, Chloe Mac Donnell shared her thoughts after an exhilarating four weeks packed with shows, celebrity sightings, and vibrant street style. The season started off with First Lady Jill Biden making a splash at Ralph Lauren’s glamorous event in the Hamptons and culminated with Kylie Jenner wrapping up the Coperni show at Disneyland Paris. While you may have to wait until next spring for the ready-to-wear collections to hit stores—many of which come with four-figure price tags—there are still plenty of stylish and budget-friendly options you can explore right now. Here are eight ideas to inspire you!

**The New High-Low Mix**
Fashion thrives on the unexpected, as showcased by the striking blend of a yellow rain mac with a silver cocktail dress at Prada’s spring/summer 2025 show. Curated by Miuccia Prada and Raf Simons, this bold pairing illustrates how the internet’s micro-trends are shaping our style choices. At Burberry, Daniel Lee demonstrated a similar vibe with fuzzy hooded parkas over glittery party dresses—ideal for those planning to catch Oasis during a rainy British summer night.

**Double Up on Hosiery**
At Alessandro Michele’s debut for Valentino, the runway came alive with playful layers of slingback shoes, lace tights, and pointelle ankle socks. Although millennials might have already tapped into this trend, it’s making a triumphant return! As the weather cools, the high street is buzzing with frilly ankle socks. If you’re looking to replicate the pom-pom details from Valentino’s show, gather some old yarn and a fork to create your own.

**Fuzz Your Collar**
Emilia Wickstead added a sultry spin to traditional preppy shirts with faux-fur collars. To get this look, swing by a local fabric store and search for the fluffiest materials to breathe new life into a tired polo.

**Check the Tag**
Vetements isn’t one to shy away from challenging fashion conventions, as seen in their recent Paris show. Creative director Guram Gvasalia made a daring statement by leaving labels and security tags on streetwear-inspired pieces. While wearing an anti-theft tag might be a bit much, you can confidently declare that an untucked care label is just a unique styling choice next time you head out.

**Pimp Your Trainers**
Coach elevated trainer accessorizing by adorning scruffy white sneakers with charms like cassette tapes and mini vintage cars. While you might hesitate to disrupt those old teen mixtapes, think about adding some mini charms to your worn trainers or swapping out the original laces for striped ones. Check out The Shoe Lace online for vibrant options.

**Giddy Up Your Belt**
Ralph Lauren’s show was rich with equestrian-inspired vibes. One creative idea is to craft a belt from a snaffle bit, but for an easier approach, layer two leather belts. Fasten one higher on your hips while letting the other hang lower for a striking contrast.

**Ergonomic Bag Handling**
Toteme, the Swedish brand renowned for its iconic scarf coat, showcased models with scarves draped over tote bags in their latest collection. This intriguing trend is set to make waves soon. Some models clutched shoulder bags instead of swinging them, while others wrapped bag straps around their wrists like bracelets. Gucci also featured shoulder bags worn sideways under the armpits.

**Size Up Your Suiting**
Saint Laurent’s latest collection champions oversized suits. To stay ahead of this trend, explore the menswear section at your local thrift store for an XL blazer. Pair it with a striped shirt underneath, push up the sleeves, and secure it with oversized gold bangles. Thrift stores or online shops are great resources for finding affordable costume jewelry to complete your look.

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