It was the season that saw designers meld the sweet with the sensual – think billowy sleeves set-off by sheer panels and lashings of lace, and high necklines tempered by peekaboo cut-outs. Zimmermann, Fendi and Valentino led the ultra-feminine charge.
Shop the trend below.
Rejina Pyo, Tia embroidered cotton-blend organza midi dress, $1,247.52.
Gucci, Ruffled cotton-poplin shirt, $2,100.
Avenue The Label, Crawford Fray Sunhat, $169.
Topshop, Striped Ruffle Playsuit, approx. $60.50.
Erdem, Kaelyn balloon-sleeve floral-brocade gown, $5,387.
Lee Mathews, Nina ruffled floral-print silk-crepon camisole, $459.
Lee Mathews, Nina ruffled floral-print silk-crepon maxi skirt, $699.
The Vampire’s Wife, Festival ruffled silk-satin maxi dress, $1,691.
Chloe, Lace-panelled silk midi skirt, $3,330.
Topshop, Floral Print Jacquard Kick Flare Trousers, approx. $26.70.
Zimmermann, Heathers floral-print linen maxi dress, $650.
Calvin Klein 205W39NYC, Lace hem skirt in yellow, $545.
Zimmermann, Corsage bauble shorts, $550.
Emilia Wickstead, High-rise floral print midi skirt, $1,574.
Words by Kathryn Madden.