While the fashion world is gearing up for autumn investment pieces, celebrities are already taking cues from Miu Miu’s Fall 2023 collection, a collection that’s pushing boundaries with its playful and unexpected styling. One particular trend emerging from the runway is the handkerchief top – not the silk scarf kind you might knot as a beach bandeau, but leather, block-coloured versions. These tops are being paired with low-slung pleated skirts and statement belts, creating a preppy, sporty vibe with a touch of rebellious undercurrent.
The mustard-colored handkerchief top, in particular, has caught the attention of style icons Gigi Hadid and Kim Kardashian. This shade, reminiscent of Colman’s mustard, sits perfectly within the Pantone family of rich burgundies, making it a perfect autumnal hue. The layering aspect of the looks – think granny knickers and messy bags – adds a city-chic sensibility, a far cry from the breezy, island-hopping vibes of summer.
Hadid, staying true to the eclectic runway styling, accessorized her look with charm jewelry and handbag charms. Kardashian, on the other hand, put her own Calabasas spin on the look, pairing the top with skin-tight suede flares and a matching suede Birkin. However, it wasn’t Kim’s haute hanky that stole the spotlight – it was her miniature pooch, Sushi, who perfectly matched the mustard hue of her Hermes bag.
While some might say Sushi’s appearance was simply a tonal photo op, it’s interesting to note that this came on the same day Vogue published Dogue, an ode to fashion’s favorite canines. Perhaps this is a sign that pets are becoming the ultimate scene-stealing accessory of the transitional season. In a world of trends, it seems that genuine joy and companionship, in the form of a furry friend, might just be the most dopamine-inducing style statement of all.
