After Fall’s opulence, fashion has reversed itself for Spring.

The antidote to all that brocade and bejeweled embellishment? Back to basics with black and white, which quickly emerged as one of the season’s big themes.

Some of the other trends? Sheer veiling, couture ruffles, and a new twist on the kimono. Enjoy!

HIGH CONTRAST:

Jil Sander and Marc Jacobs

Alexander Wang and Celine

VEILED LOOKS:

Reed Krakoff and Akris

Rick Owens and Donna Karen

COLLAGE:

Rodarte and Fendi

Preen and Alexander McQueen

DEEP FRILLS:

Gucci and Chloe

Acne and Peter Pilotto

THE POWER SUIT:

Stella McCartney and Mary Katrantzou

Saint Laurent and Balmain

ASIA SOCIETY:

Haider Ackermann and Etro

Hermes and Lanvin

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