Trend forecast: A/W 2011

It's been a whirlwind of a week for London fashionistas.  London Fashion Week is coming to an end.  After watching the catwalks and cooing over beautiful garments I'd never be able to afford, here are my predictions for A/W 2011 trends: 

Emilio de la Morena

Burberry Prorsum

Colour(s):  

Bright colours will still be with us next season although the standout colour will be red.

Marc Jacobs

Topshop Unique

Print(s):

 Polka Dots.  They've been everywhere, Koma, Jacobs, Unique, DVF, Burberry etc.  Next season will be about finding your inner dalmation, there's plenty of choice, after all there was 101 of them.  

David Koma

Diane Von Furstenburg

Fabric(s): 

Leather, chiffon and fur.  Fur is an obvious choice for winter, whether it's faux or not it will keep you warm.  Leather gives even the girliest of girls that edge, whilst mixing it with chiffon see's that no man forgets your femininity. 

Betty Jackson

Nicole Fahri

Shape(s): 

Oversized garments will make layering up that much easier next season.  Big shoulders have also been seen on the catwalk.  

These are just a few ideas and observation I've made over the last couple of weeks, what do you think will be an A/W 2011 trend? 

Also, I had to mention my LFW best dressed...

Kate Bosworth

I adore this outfit, when I saw her step out of the car at Burberry I fell instantly in love.  It's caused some controversy but I like it! I think it's the studded leather skirt that does it for me.

I Spy! AW11 Trend: Oversized

After a slightly more relaxed weekend than I've been used to lately, I decided to have a rummage around Style.com at the latest shows.  One catwalk that caught my eye was Betty Jackson.  It caught my eye for one reason - there was a hell of a lot of red.  Colour is proving to be a staple trend this season and looks to stay throughout A/W 11 - adds a festive touch, don't you think?

Another eye catching feature was the oversized feel to the collection, whether it be maxi skirts or chunky knit - perfect for winter wrapping.  

'Simply Red': A large double breasted blazer jacket with red harem pants.  I love the contrast between the red garments and white platform shoes.  

'Lady in Red': This all red outfit doesn't look bland as there's a slight contrast between colours.  I love the Mary Janes also, they add a slight feminine touch to an otherwise masculine ensemble.  

'Flirty Florals': regular readers will know floral prints get a huge thumbs up from myself, so this crimson sheer chiffon maxi dress gets a high five.  

Other catwalks which have included oversized gems are...

Acne: 'Jail Bird'

Mulberry: 'Coal Miner'

Nicole Farhi: 'Monocrome Cable'

So, what do you think of this trend? For the slightly more voluptuous blogger like myself, it's an easy and fashionable way to cover those parts you aren't too comfortable with.  

I vote Yay.