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Feel your way through AW24 with a hyper-tactile aesthetic
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Photographer: ASHISH SHAH
signalled the start of AW24 with fresh energy, revealing new ways to wear traditional fuzzy knits and chunky sweaters.
From shaggy cardigans at Stella McCartney, to lithe scale-adorned pieces at Balenciaga and mosaic notes at Christian Dior, labels looked to the opulence one might find in a regal countryside estate, then applied that magpie magic to texture, too. Shape was also key, of course, but – as the old fashion adage goes – less is more, so swap bulked-up layering for a considered trophy piece instead.
Here’s who did it best this season, and how to wear the look.
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esigners found their minds wandering to a weekend in the countryside for inspiration this season. But instead of bucolic-friendly prints and heritage silhouettes, it was texture that stole the shows. Alluring, tactile, cosy: texture’s catwalk takeover
Irish designer Róisín Pierce is renowned for her innovative take on textiles – and this season was no different, with her lace- and crochet-crafted pieces taking centre stage.
FASHION: Dress, Simone Rocha, £1495; Earrings, Simone Rocha, £175. BEAUTY: TERRACOTTA LE TEINT FOUNDATION IN 3W WARM, ROUGE G CUSTOMISABLE JEWEL LIPSTICK IN 819 CASHEW BROWN, AND THE EYEBROW PENCIL DENSIFYING & SHAPING IN 01 LIGHT, GUERLAIN
While AW might traditionally call to mind heavy textures, designers leaned into flourishes instead this season: a bit of decoration here, a punchy set of earrings there. Accessories, it seems, are doing all the talking right now – especially Simone Rocha’s rosette-style earrings.
BEAUTY: Double R Renew and Repair Advanced Serum, L’Essentiel Natural Glow Foundation, Multi-Perfecting Concealer, Météorites Light-Revealing Pearls of Powder, Ombres G Eyeshadow Quad in Red Orchid, Mad Eyes Mascara, Rouge G Lipstick in Raspberry Pink, all Guerlain
BEAUTY: L’Essentiel Natural Glow Foundation, Météorites Light-Revealing Pearls of Powder, Ombres G Eyeshadow Quad in Red Orchid, Brow Pencil in Medium Brown, Noir G 24H Intense Volume Curl Mascara, Contour G Lip Pencil in Rosy Nude, and Rouge G Lipstick in Pinkish Brown, all Guerlain
If all-over texture feels too much, select one trophy piece – like this Christian Dior dress, with its glittering metallic detailing. Just leave the jewellery (not the headpiece) behind.
PHOTOGRAPHER AND DIRECTOR: ASHISH SHAH
EDITOR IN CHIEF: ANDREA THOMPSON
BEAUTY AND STYLE DIRECTOR, AND PRODUCER: LISA OXENHAM
DIRECTOR OF PHOTOGRAPHY: HARRY GRUNFELD
STYLIST: ANNA HUGHES-CHAMBERLAIN AT STELLA CREATIVE ARTISTS
MAKE-UP ARTIST: GRACE SINNOTT USING GUERLAIN
HAIR STYLIST: LEWIS STANFORD AT EIGHTEEN MANAGEMENT
MODEL: BIANCA MARTINELLO AT PREMIER MODEL MANAGEMENT
WRITER: JESSICA BUMPUS
ART EDITOR: ANA OSPINA
CHIEF SUB EDITOR: NICOLA MOYNE
PHOTOGRAPHY ASSISTANT: FAVAZ KOZHIKKODEN
PRODUCTION ASSISTANT: GEORGIE MORETTI
STYLING ASSISTANT: JASMINE DUNNE
LOCATION: Elmore Court Estate and Rewild Things
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Look 3: Coat, bodysuit, and shoes, all Stella McCartney; earrings, Christian Dior
Stella McCartney led the charge with shaggy jackets in shapely sizes, but keep this enveloping aesthetic elegant by streamlining your outfit underneath.
TOP VIDEO CREDITS: dress and shoes Balenciaga, sunglasses vintage Valentino
BEAUTY: Advanced Youth Watery Oil, L’Essentiel Natural Glow Foundation, Terracotta Bronzing Powder, Ombres G Eyeshadow Quad in Red Orchid, Noir G 24H Intense Volume Curl Mascara, Contour G Lip Pencil in Le Burgundy, and Rouge G Lipstick in Mahogany Brown, all Guerlain
Look 2: Top and skirt, both Róisín Pierce; earrings, Alessandra Rich
Look 6: Dress, earrings, and shoes, all Simone Rocha
The late Vivienne Westwood was the master of mixing themes and eras to mesmerising effect, and always with a touch of Brit-Aristo, too. Uplift your AW24 look by pairing prints and accessories with different finishes.
Sequin scales have become the signature of autumn/winter’s penchant for opulence and dress-up, so opt for all-over shine with Balenciaga. Be sure to turn down the volume on accompanying accessories, though, ensuring they compliment rather than compete; Balenciaga shoes and a pair of vintage Valentino sunglasses are ideal.
Look 4: Dress and shoes, both Balenciaga; sunglasses, vintage Valentino
Balenciaga
Vivienne Westwood
Look 1: Top, trousers, and shoes, all Vivienne Westwood; jewellery, Tilly Sveaas
PHOTOGRAPHER: ASHISH SHAH
EDITOR IN CHIEF: ANDREA THOMPSON
BEAUTY AND STYLE DIRECTOR, AND PRODUCER: LISA OXENHAM
DIRECTOR OF PHOTOGRAPHY: HARRY GRUNFELD
STYLIST: ANNA HUGHES-CHAMBERLAIN AT STELLA CREATIVE ARTISTS
MAKE-UP ARTIST: GRACE SINNOTT USING GUERLAIN
HAIR STYLIST: LEWIS STANFORD AT EIGHTEEN MANAGEMENT
MODEL: BIANCA MARTINELLO AT PREMIER MODEL MANAGEMENT
WRITER: JESSICA BUMPUS
ART EDITOR: ANA OSPINA
CHIEF SUB EDITOR: NICOLA MOYNE
PHOTOGRAPHY ASSISTANT: FAVAZ KOZHIKKODEN
PRODUCTION ASSISTANT: GEORGIE MORETTI at Dawn Productions
STYLING ASSISTANT: JASMINE DUNNE
LOCATION: Elmore Court Estate and Rewild Things Treehouses
Look 5: Dress, Christian Dior; headpiece, Awon Golding
Material girl
Look 2: Top and skirt, both Róisín Pierce; earrings, Alessandra Rich; glasses, Awon Golding; shoes, Simone Rocha
MARIE CLAIRE AUTUMN WINTER 2024 FASHION ISSUE
