Spring/Summer 2024 Fashion: Celebrating Craft, Sensuality, and Female Power

The spring/summer 2024 collections are a celebration of craft, sensuality, and the many facets of female power. From hero pieces to showstoppers, designers are showcasing bold designs that push the boundaries of fashion.

The Scarlet Letter

This season, designers are making a case for bold reds—a hue that exudes power and passion. From Alexander McQueen’s leather bustier worn with a silky red pencil skirt to Valentino’s glamorous t-shirt dress and Schiaparelli’s striking shift dress, the power of red is evident on the runways.

Pump Up the Volume

This season, designers are encouraging women to take up space and embrace larger-than-life silhouettes. Rick Owens’ pleated pastels, Louis Vuitton’s billowing skirts and balloon sleeves, and Marni’s whimsical doll-like dresses are all examples of how designers are playing with volume and form.

Sheer Ecstasy

Gone are the overtly sexy looks of the past. This season, designers are showcasing sheer, gauzy dresses that are more romantic than erotic. Prada, Givenchy, and Alaïa are all using sheer fabrics to create ethereal and sophisticated looks.

All the Feels

In a time dominated by technology, designers are championing the craftsmanship that can only be achieved by hand. Bottega Veneta, Dries Van Noten, and Marni are all showcasing rich embroideries, embellishments, and textures that invite touch and celebrate the magic of craftsmanship.

Vent It Out

The graphic cut-outs that have emerged on the runways owe a debt to Helmut Lang’s radical work in the Nineties. Designers like Peter Do, Hermès, and Helmut Lang are playing with cut-outs to reveal and conceal the body, adding sensuality and severity to their collections.

New Jeans

Denim continues to be reimagined by designers. Glenn Martens at Diesel and Y/Project, Mugler, Alexander McQueen, and Valentino are all pushing the boundaries of denim with unique shapes, tailoring, and treatments.

Legs for Days

Short shorts are making a comeback this season. Miuccia Prada at Miu Miu and Sabato De Sarno at Gucci are leading the charge with their versions, adding a modern and sleek twist to the classic hot pant.