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Mocha mousse, crème caramel, chilly red: this season’s hottest hues are good enough to eat.
Mocha mousse, crème caramel, chilly red: this season’s hottest hues are good enough to eat. Chocolate brown formed the backbone of collections at Miu Miu and Gucci. Rich, deep plum took over at Bottega Veneta. And creamy, caramel and toffee were the order of the day at Ami Paris and Dries Van Noten. The thing they all have in common? AW25’s colour palette seems to have taken its cues from our favourite food and drink.
So, this season, indulge in a scoop of tiramisu, sip a frothy caramel latte and finish things off with a cherry on top. This is how to add the season’s autumnal hues c/o Maison Margiela, Givenchy, Burberry and more to your wardrobe.
Fancy a scoop of tiramisu? Yes please. This season’s defining shade—mocha mousse—serves all the flavour. The best part? You can wear it head-to-toe or paired with almost everything in your wardrobe. At Bottega Veneta and Miu Miu, they have ticked off two key trends of the season, delivering bags in suede and brown. Gucci’s Ankle Boots deliver the perfect balance of form and function, while Acne Studios’ Faux Freya Jacket is guaranteed to spark that warm, fuzzy feeling. If you want to add a touch of chocolate shimmer to your beauty look, Guerlain has cura ted the ideal palette of browns in the form of their Ombres G Eyeshadow Quad.
Time for something sweet? Creamy caramel and toffee tones are taking centre stage. Equally tonal when it comes to matching those autumn colours, but a lighter, warming hue, making it one of the season’s most deliciously versatile shades. Keep it simple and layer with the Jacquemus Wool Scarf, or have the Chloe Carry Tote Bag on your arm. Dip a toe into the autumn knits with the Argyle Sweater vest c/o Ami Paris. For the finishing touch, spritz on Maison Francis Kurkdjian’s Grand Soir Eau de Parfum for a warm, cocooning scent of vanilla, tonka bean and patchouli.
Whether you call it Bordeaux, burgundy or cherry, this delicious, deep shade is everywhere this autumn. Bottega Veneta was at the forefront of the movement, and their Puffer Jacket—with its iconic Intrecciato-weaved collar—is one of our favourites. Ballet pumps have had a big revival, and Prada’s Two-Strap Mary Jane Flats are doing the trend justice. As for accessories? Cue Givenchy’s Voyou Shoulder Bag. And, of course, no trend would be complete without a touch of Jo Malone London’s Scarlet Poppy scent - the real cherry on top.
Coming in hot this season: chilly red. Wear it head-to-toe (we dare you) or use it to add pops of colour to moody autumn days. Miu Miu’s cashmere knit is the perfect transitional knitwear piece. While Burberry’s Checked Cardigan taps into the checked knitwear trend we can't get enough of this season. The easiest way to add it to your look? A bold red lip, and KILLIAN delivers with Rouge Satin in shade ‘Heaven’. And when it’s time to paint the town red, a pair of Christian Louboutin heels are the go-to - this pair comes with a red sole and upper.
Say goodbye to brat green and welcome in olive green. Cult Gaia has gone all in with the Arlo Dress that’ll work perfectly for cocktail hour. Prefer to keep things low-key? Burberry and Prada are serving up two very different coats - one bomber, one trench - both equally as stylish and ideal for everyday wear. While the Coach Jet Shoulder Bag has our full attention with its sleek, structured silhouette, making it the perfect finishing touch for any outfit.