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Beare Park’s Resort ’25 collection delivered peak decadence with this showstopping dress. Beare Park dress; Deering shoes

WE CAN BE HEROES BY KARLA CLARKE AND NICHHIA WIPPELL

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PHOTOGRAPHER: Karla Clarke

STYLING: Nichhia Wippell

WORDS: Lucia Hawley

HAIR: Adam Dyer

MAKEUP: Nisha Van Berkel

Forget quiet luxury – this season is a game of contrasts. From bright neons and soft knits to faux fur and capris, fashion plays with texture and tailoring to deliver the most memorable heroes yet. Meet this season’s biggest trends, enjoying their moment in the spotlight.

[left] For Albus Lumen’s 10th anniversary, creative director Marina Afonina turned the runway into a love letter – and this look says pure romance. Albus Lumen top and skirt; Hatmaker headpiece; Gucci shoes | [right] The paddock’s couture makeover continues, proving cow print is here to stay. Zimmermann coat; Gucci shoes and stockings

[top] A bag that does it all? Bottega Veneta’s oversized Andiamo proves it’s possible. Bassike top and shorts; Bottega Veneta bags | [bottom] Ralph Lauren brings the dandies and dreamers of the Romantic era to life. Ralph Lauren bodysuit and boots

A study in contrasts – delicate lace meets contemporary streetwear. Alix Higgins top; Zimmermann skirt; Prada shoes

[left] Dior champions the resurgence of (faux) fur in truly elegant style. Dior shawl (including gloves) and boots; Bianca Spender swimsuit | [right] Cementing his place in fashion’s new guard, Alix Higgins eye for reinterpreting wardrobe staples makes them collector’s items. Alix Higgins top and skirt; Prada shoes

[left] The bag equivalent of an ‘It-girl’. The Chanel 25 | [right] Sexy and versatile, the statement swimsuit deserves more airtime in your wardrobe. Bianca Spender swimsuit

Gucci layers cosy knits with bright neons, proving comfort can still pack a punch. Gucci cardigan, top, skirt, shoes and stockings

[left] A Victorian gothic reinterpretation brings the classic, mid-century silhouette into now. Zimmermann dress; Dior boots | [right top] Give an artful nod to the venerated details of an icon. Hermès bag | [right below] It’s good to be a girl. Fendi embraces the season’s unapologetic femininity. Fendi top, skirt and shoes

One of the most sought-after trends this season: capri pants – best worn in a set. Viktoria & Woods top and pants; Giorgio Armani shoes 

Demna’s final turn at Balenciaga delivered many heroes, but few are more covetable than this athletic one-piece reimagined as a dress. Balenciaga dress

[left] You know what they say when it’s business at the front. Christopher Esber dress; Fendi shoes | [right] Valentino strips it back to the bare essentials, blurring the lines between inner- and outerwear. Head-to-toe Valentino

[left] The oversized leather jacket is manipulated to look perfectly sweet when worn as a dress. Acne Studios jacket and bag | [middle] Celine masters retro cool with this top-handle bag. Pair it with a faux fur coat to channel Margot Tenenbaum. Zimmermann faux fur coat; Celine bag | [right] A lesson in nonchalance, Sportmax delivers the perfect oversized coat with a lustrous touch. Sportmax coat and boots. 

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