The Gala Runway Trend Edit

It-knits, soft tailoring, sophisticated sweats and more – discover the AW21 trends from the David Jones Gala Runway and how to wear them.

As one of fashion’s first runways to embrace the new normal, the mood at the Melbourne Fashion Festival’s David Jones Gala Runway was electric and inspired. Styled by Kate Gaskin, the lineup of Australian and international designers forecasted a brighter future with strong and striking silhouettes that put comfort first. With a runway filled with fun and familiar faces, the message was clear; this is style to make you smile.

A trend that’s been building for the last few seasons, head-to-toe tonal comes into its own this autumn. Consider starting off with smooth caramels and clean silhouettes for the ultimate polished presence; from there, the sky’s the limit.

Whether it’s the boardroom or black tie, Autumn Winter’s soft tailoring is an easy cue to sophistication. With the perfect balance of structure and ease, Bassike, Viktoria & Woods and Aje have nailed the brief.

2020 taught fashion to love comfort and the emphasis on elevated knitwear is here to stay. A great place to play with tonal dressing, cosy separates are key to in-the-moment style, pairing perfectly with chunky sandals in-between seasons.

On the note of comfort, you’ll want to tap into fashions elevated athleisure. With a string of your favourite brands like C&M Camilla and Marc and Alexander Wang focusing on matching sweats, your weekend uniform will never feel so put together.

Moving into cool months, embrace the moment with wardrobe staples that prioritize comfort. Best when layered with a relaxed blazer, let Altea’s super soft turtlenecks work back with brushed wool cargo pants for a chic, Italian-inspired throwback with just the right amount of retro.

As we hit the streets in what feels like the new normal, let your love of the latest designer streetwear arrivals shine. With the spotlight on accessories, everyday decadence is all about making even the smallest style moments count.

Rejoice in the art of suiting up again with a lineup of sharp tailoring that’s light enough to wear all year round. From Paul Smith, Politix, Canali, Calibre and more, find your fit in the finest fabrics and rejuvenated classics.