Darren Kennedy: Checks and balances - this classic combination get a clashing makeover
Classic combos get a clashing makeover
Guests wearing Burberry trench coats are seen during the Seoul Fashion Week 2020 S/S at Dongdaemun Design Plaza on October 18, 2019 in Seoul, South Korea. (Photo by Jean Chung/Getty Images)
Burberry Autumn/Winter 2019
Anika Check Coat, €213, Monsoon
Jennifer Lopez
La Mer
Camo trousers, €129, Tommy Hilfiger
Garmin watch
Michelle Keegan Sequin Stripe dress, €145, Littlewoods Ireland
Across the catwalks of Milan to New York and Shanghai, there was one very consistent theme when it comes to print for Autumn/Winter 2019, and that's they were vast, varied and very much open to interpretation.
Camouflage and animal prints are back with a vengeance but there was much more. Prints usually associated with springtime, florals, butterflies, and tie-dye where given a winter spin and mixed in unusual and eye-catching ways. Classic autumnal patterns such as plaid, paisley, gingham and checks were in abundance and styled in ways that were anything but classic. This year is all about clashing it up. At MSGM, oversized sweaters and jackets appeared in gingham combos of black and white, black and pink, and black and red. Elsewhere, Christian Dior, Loewe and Off-White (where even the flooring was yellow check) all got in on the action. At Burberry, who's brand DNA is interwoven with tartan and checks, showcased some divine patterns over-layed with the brand's printed logo.
Jennifer Lopez
Jennifer Lopez was vying to be the golden girl of the evening as she attended the 2019 Governors Awards at the Dolby Theatre in Hollywood. The star arrived wearing a strapless gown from Reem Acra’s Spring 2020 collection, a surprise silhouette from a lady who loves to show off her curves.
One for the boys
La Mer
Granted, this is a luxury product with a price-point to match, but a little really does go a long way with La Mer's legendary products. This would be an ideal product for any upcoming grooms to incorporate into their wedding day prep. Containing the brand's iconic Miracle Broth™ (sea kelp, a host of natural minerals and essential oils alongside citrus, eucalyptus, and much more), a tiny drop of The Concentrate is renowned for tackling pigmentation and scarring, as well improving the skin's overall texture.
La Mer The Concentrate, from €165, Brown Thomas
Top Tip
If you're feeling brave, pair two differently-checked pieces. A great way to do it is to keep the palette complementary - pastels, for example, or different tones of the same shade - while contrasting the size or orientation of the check.
Wish list
Garmin watch
Garmin MARQ Aviator watch, €1,999, Weir & Sons
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