Some say that the pandemic, bringing the prevalence of videoconferencing and the trend towards comfort while working from home, has democratised fashion and elevated leisure wear. But in 2021, we’re heading back to dressing in style because, for many of us, we no longer wish to spend our lives in sweatshirts and leggings.

At the same time, we welcome a world of fashion without rules. Today, you can dress as you please. And it’s totally fine. Style, at last, flows from within and our clothing choices convey our sense of self, serving more as a vehicle of expression than as a corset of uniformity.

The trends for this year have seen lace, flowers, feathers and metallics at the fore. Prints and embellishments take the lead during a more glamorous year that asserts itself in fashion through details in tailoring, in X silhouettes and marked waists, and a universal red that speaks boldly of a world to be reborn.

SUSTAINABLE COMFORT

Comfortable, uncomplicated style is here to stay, and we’re embracing materials that respect our skin – and the planet. This new sartorial culture reflects a fresh vision of ‘circular fashion’ that emphasises recycled materials and sustainable fabrics. From Jil Sander to Nicholas Ghesquiere and Louis Vuitton, the new silhouettes create a sense of ease – and embellishment and sustainability co-exist peacefully. At Adolfo Dominguez, the Spaniards combine their relaxed style and signature touches in easy-to-wear garments that empower, reflected in their commitment to wide-leg, high-waisted pants.