Red clothing is almost synonymous with sexy. Strappy red dresses and flowing evening gowns take center stage, while simple red heels or headscarves enhance an already stunning style. This year, designers can’t get enough of fiery shades of red, ranging from bittersweet red to flame scarlet. These roaring reds represent passion and vitality, giving new life to many collections.
Evening Wear
Classic red evening gowns are revamped in these vivacious shades. Be the talk of prom in a red ball gown, or make connections a red body con cocktail dress. Zac Posen’s angular gown in red is a beautiful display of raucous red, while Mugler’s flame red jumpsuit complements the body. Stella McCartney’s caped evening gown adds mystique to this stunning scarlet, while Carolina Herrera’s sweet princess dress with floral detailing adds innocence to a typically ripe red. Celebrate in style with fiery red evening wear.
Zac Posen | Resort 2018
Mugler | Resort 2018
Carolina Herrera | Resort 2018
Stella McCartney | Resort 2018
In need of evening wear? Try these fabrics:
Marc Jacobs Red Silk Crepe de Chine
Poppy Red Silk Georgette
Casual Wear
Red may seem like a special style to be saved for spectacular events, but these collections show that there is a relaxing side to red. M. Martin’s two tone sweated is perfect for getting some reading done on the beach, while pants similar to those in Chloé’s collection are perfect for a day out on the town. The best dressed at summer cookouts are always sporting red, white, and blue, similar to Thom Brown’s resort wear, while Markus Lupfer’s sheer, scarlet skirt is reminiscent of the sheer style that is dominating the runway. Relaxing in red has never been so easy.
M. Martin | Resort 2018
Markus Lupfer | Resort 2018
Chloé | Resort 2018
Thom Browne | Resort 2018
Can’t get enough of casual? Check out these fabrics:
Scarlet Red Silk Chiffon
Cherry Red Stretch Cotton Twill
Accents
A touch of this bold color is enough to take an outfit from drab to fab. The detailed red, floral embroidery on Ulla Johnson’s tropical blue dress is a unique way of incorporating this stunning shade into a garment, while Marc Jacob’s red raincoat brightens up any grey day. A red shirt under overalls, similar to Rosie Assoulin’s, can take dirty gardening garments and turn them into cool casual clothes, and Markus Lupfer’s shocking red tights add a statement to a simple, black outfit. Add flare with flame red.
Ulla Johnson | Resort 2018
Marc Jacobs | Resort 2018
Markus Lupfer | Resort 2018
Rosie Assoulin | Resort 2018
All about accents? Assess these fabrics:
Flame Scarlet 3D Floral Embroidered Tulle with Beads and Sequins
Famous NYC Designer Floral Border Printed Silk Crepe De Chine
Patterns
Although fiery red needs no help, a pattern of this bold shade can make or break a garment. Hellessy’s plaid top is a rich twist on an old school patterns, while M. Martin’s striped red and white top is perfect for beach side picnics and summer scenes. Rosie Assoulin’s robe and pants ensemble is beautiful for casual roof top parties, and Carolina Herrera’s simple, ruffled dress in red floral can be casual or elegant.
Hellessy | Resort 2018
M. Martin | Resort 2018
Rosie Assoulin | Resort 2018
Carolina Herrera | Resort 2018
Picky about patterns: Pick out some of these fabrics:
Italian Brick Red Awning Striped Cotton Waffle Knit
