The Fashion Memo

Trending Now: Fringing

Susie Lau (left) and the street-style set championing the new-season fringing trend

If you thought fringing was reserved for the boho and Western trends, think again. This season, the detail appears everywhere – from tactile jackets to It-bags and elegant eveningwear – adding welcome interest and a subtle sense of fun to winter style staples. By FARAH SHAFIQ

Fashion editor Viktorija Tomasevic
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Fringing has a long history in fashion, but it's perhaps best known for its association with the free-spirited bohemian style of the 1960s and ’70s, as well as its 2000s boho update. Think suede jackets, flowing skirts and plenty of earthy textures. This season’s interpretation, however, isn’t a nostalgic nod to those particular eras. Instead, designers such as Balenciaga and Kallmeyer are going beyond boho references, using fringing to bring movement and interest to more streamlined, modern silhouettes. Spotted on the street-style set during recent fashion weeks, fringing is drawing the eye to lapels and hemlines, adding layers and texture to each look. The best part? You don’t have to go all out to make it work. A touch of fringing could be just what your wardrobe needs for the new season.

Elevate your everyday look with a fringed suede or leather jacket – and for a more subtle approach, simply accessorize with a playful fringed bag

The everyday fringe

When it comes to styling the trend for the day, a fringed jacket is a good place to start. Nili Lotan’s ‘Eloi’ design, is a refined take on suede outerwear, adding texture to an otherwise classic silhouette. The trick here is to let the jacket do the work, keeping the rest of your outfit relaxed. Wear it with straight-leg jeans and leather loafers for an easy off-duty uniform.

Not quite ready to commit to a statement layer? Accessories are an equally good way to elevate your wardrobe. Balenciaga’s ‘Le City’ bag, which is celebrating its 25th anniversary this year, brings personality, while Loewe’s more structured ‘Amazona 180’ in red offers a pop of color to pared-back separates. Alternatively, take your cue from the fashion set and PORTER cover star Gemma Chan, by opting for a more sophisticated fringed hem on a coat or skirt, for a versatile way to make everyday staples feel considered.

  • NILI LOTAN
    Eloi fringe-trimmed suede jacket
    $2,990.00
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  • LOEWE
    Amazona 180 small leather top-handle bag
    $4,550.00
  • MOTHER
    The Lasso Sneak mid-rise wide-leg jeans
    $290.00
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  • SAINT LAURENT
    Le Loafer Cassandre-embellished glossed-leather loafers
    $1,200.00
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Fringing after dark

The fringing trend really comes into its own in the evening, letting elegant shapes and beautiful fabrics take the lead. There’s something so elegant about the way it moves with the body, bringing fluidity and drawing the eye. Our exclusive Kallmeyer black fringed shawl-style jacket is a perfect example. Worn over a sleek skirt with a sharp kitten heel, it adds just enough drama without overwhelming the look.

With this season’s fringing, you decide how far you want to take it. A tasseled bag or a fringed silk scarf, tied at the waist or around the shoulders, will make your existing wardrobe feel a little more special; while dresses are the way to level up. Look to the likes of Cult Gaia, Gabriela Hearst and Aje for standout styles that explore fringing while feeling completely effortless to wear.

If you’re in the mood for something more expressive, consider a co-ord with cascading details. Our exclusive Anna Sui set brings the designer’s signature romance to the fore. Try pairing it with a classic Gianvito Rossi heel in seasonal velvet and Bottega Veneta’s woven leather clutch for the perfect party look.

  • ANNA SUI
    Floral-flock fringe-trimmed crepe halterneck top
    $515.00
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  • BOTTEGA VENETA
    Intrecciato leather clutch
    $8,300.00
  • ANNA SUI
    Asymmetric floral-flock fringe-trimmed crepe midi skirt
    $670.00
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  • GIANVITO ROSSI
    Portofino 70 velvet sandals
    $950.00
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Complete a sophisticated evening ensemble with a tasselled bag and an elegant fringed silk scarf or shawl

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