When it comes to 2019 fall dress trends, we’ve been treated to more than one blast from the past. The 90s are back, the 80s are back; even the Renaissance is back! Some trends can’t be traced to a specific period of history, but are spectacular regardless. Feast your eyes on the 10 top dress styles, prints, and colors and be the first to don them!
1. Anything Gold
Gold leaves few indifferent, and as they say, that is gold which is worth gold. While a gilded gown will make you the envy at every red carpet event, the precious metal look works in day-to-day life just as well. Gold elements woven into a comfortable, casual dress make for a very appealing everyday look. Since square necklines and puff sleeves are in style too, you could go for a shimmery gold dress combining all these trends, or a gold satin slip dress to exude class and elegance.
2. Lavender
It may have been all about pink last fall, but now millennial lavender is the thing, and that’s certainly good news for those of you who weren’t feeling the pink thing all this time. Trendsetters will be seen in orchid hues by and large this fall. You can pair your lavender dress with a white purse and heels or go for lavender head to toe.
3. Dark Floral Print Dresses
Designers like Marc Jacobs and Prada adorned their collections with moody, dark florals across fall 2019 runways. This season, the print is as alive as ever. We are enthralled by floral prints on Renaissance-style dresses with sumptuous bodices and midriff cutouts. You’ll never go wrong with a dress like this at a wedding or engagement party this fall. For a racier look, grab a brocade floral mini dress in shades of fuchsia, marigold, or verdant green to combine the hottest trends and turn heads everywhere you go.
Oscar de la Renta’s latest collection features a style with asymmetric top, wrapping around the back from one pleated shoulder to encircle the other. The hips and midriff are gathered densely to create an hourglass shape.
4. Feather-trimmed dresses
Feather-trimmed dresses were the highlights of Valentino, Prada, and Proenza Schouler’s fall collections. This style is especially versatile, from feather-trimmed casual dresses to evening gowns perfect for a creative black tie event. It’s never a mistake to accessorize a cocktail dress with this quirky embellishment. Include sheer fabrics and sequins for an extra wow factor. Feather trim wouldn’t be out of place at a wedding, gala, homecoming, or engagement party.
5. Leather Everywhere
Faux leather is literally everywhere this fall, from dresses to jackets and bags. Opulent leather dresses graced the runways during Alexander McQueen’s show, showing the decade-old biker trend isn’t going away anytime soon. A simple square-neck black or tar leather dress is perfect for the office or weekend if you don’t want to get too extravagant.
6. How to Make a Fashionable Quilt Dress
Pardon the reference, but we’re amazed by how well designers succeeded in doing this for fall 2019. Quilted patchwork dresses embellished Oscar de la Renta and Louis Vuitton’s collections, and that’s saying something. This trend hails from the 70s, so there was a very real risk of getting it wrong, but our fears were unfounded because the look is as contemporary as it gets. The quilt pattern extends beyond dresses to T-shirts, pants, shoes, and even bags.
A quilted dress is both modern and feminine and can add luxury and elegance to your wardrobe. We saw some truly mind-blowing bohemian pieces, like floor-length silk multicolored patchwork printed sleeveless dresses with round necklines.
7. Lace – the Perfect Way to Transition
Lace dresses are one of the few garments you can pull off in both summer and fall, particularly slip dresses. When it’s hot out, a lace dress keeps you cool. Once temperatures drop, just add a jacket or turtleneck over it.
8. Satin
“When a heroine goes mad, she always goes into white satin.” – Richard Brinsley Sheridan, 1779
Don’t be afraid to go crazy this fall, and it doesn’t have to be in white satin – lavender, gold, and silver satin will be just as effective in getting your point across. This fall, Brandon Maxwell and Off-White brought satin back in a big way with flamboyant evening wear going above and beyond classic slip dresses. Versace updated their 90s satin gowns with neon colors embellished with lace. The sophisticated look is perfect for formal events, but a knee-length, button-down satin dress will definitely work for the office.
If there’s a special party on your schedule, choose a mauve or lavender satin dress with a gathered wrap waist and fringes at the seams. Accessorize with a textured bag.
9. Finding Balance in Asymmetry
Tulle or silk one-shoulder dresses also graced the runways this fall. You can pair a fancy tulle getup with tights and combat boots for an edgy look or with stilettos for an ethereal one. A dress doesn’t get more versatile than that. For extra effect, pair with a leather jacket and glittery accessories.
If you’re attending a more formal event, we recommend a delicate silk or satin one-shoulder number with ruffle trim and waist cutouts.
The asymmetry trend has been welcomed by all those who weren’t thrilled by off-the-shoulder silhouettes. A comfy, casual lopsided shoulder gives off a very chill, relaxed vibe.
10. Square Necklines
The last trend on our list is a blast from the very distant past – the Renaissance Era, which had its peak in the 16th century! Of course, the style is back with a twist. Simone Rocha’s square necklines are framed by sturdy straps, leading down to a lined corseted bodice. A flamboyant, voluminous skirt flares out at the waist. Other designers updated the style with modern prints and body-skimming silhouettes this fall.
If paired with flashy accessories, the outfit can get overwhelming. It’s best worn with simple jewelry and flats or chunky sandals, and with combat boots as temperatures drop.
We hope you enjoyed our exhaustive list of the 10 fabulous fall dress trends for 2019. Which one is your favorite? Please share with us in the comments section below!
Resources
https://www.marieclaire.com/fashion/g28210185/fall-fashion-trends-2019/
https://www.elle.com/fashion/trend-reports/a26147021/fall-fashion-trends-2019/
Author Bio: Jonah Levine is the Creative Director of TheDressWarehouse.com. TheDressWarehouse.com was launched in 2018 as the go-to online source for amazing designer dresses at affordable prices. With 10 years experience in the industry, Jonah works daily to scour the markets to find the hottest styles and to negotiate the best prices for special occasion wear on the internet.
