What our editors wore to fashion week from Vestiaire Collective that you can wear too

New York Fashion Week: Exciting, directional & fresh

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1/19

Lena Kamarudin, Fashion Editor

"First time back in New York City after seven years and what an exhilarating experience it was! I love the buzz and energy of Manhattan but I've always personally preferred Brooklyn for its laid back and eclectic vibe, so I was really excited that many shows including Michael Kors, Ralph Lauren and Area were shown there instead.

I enjoyed the Coach 10th year anniversary show held at the historic New York Public Library, as well as the Tory Burch show. I've been impressed with her collection since last season and this time round, she did not disappoint with experimental and interesting new silhouettes that felt directional and fresh."

Pouch leather crossbody bag, $1,520, Bottega Veneta

2/19

On her selection: "I wanted my bags to be more classic and understated to go with a more statement outfit I had which was why I decided to go with the Bottega Veneta intrecciato pouch."

Cotton cap, $262.39, Balenciaga

4/19

On her selection: "On days where my schedule is more relaxed, I love wearing the Balenciaga cap with a more dressed down look."

Cotton and leather-trimmed saddle bag, $2494.80, Dior

6/19

On her selection: "I've always wanted to get myself Dior's iconic saddle bag since it was first presented in 2000 (but I was still a university student then and did not have the spending power) so when Maria Grazia Chiuri revived it for the brand's fall/winter 2018 collection, I knew I had to get it. And of course, I looked to Vestiaire Collective for their extensive range of vintage Dior saddle bags at affordable prices."

Milan Fashion Week: Celebrating style, friends & family

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8/19

Windy Aulia, Creative Director

“Milan fashion week this past September was buzzy because of the debut of Gucci’s new creative head Sabato de Sarno. He actually had a novel idea of showing his first collection for Gucci on the streets of Brera, the cool area that perhaps could be likened to the Haji Lane of Milan. Alas the bad weather didn’t permit that and the showing was moved at the very last minute to the Gucci Hub, the Italian behemoth’s remarkable HQ. Nonetheless, his offering of youthful short shorts, flat forms and Gucci iconic bags in many iterations, felt like the House is finally turning out a new leaf and I can’t wait to see what other trucks de Sarno has in his ‘bag’.

Surprisingly, I saw him the next day at the Bottega Veneta show, one of the most coveted shows of the week, which by the way was luxurious with a capital L. It was leather galore and clever manipulations of it on dresses, coats and of course more bags. This act of designers supporting each others is so refreshing and so far from the toxic narrative that fashion industry has been portrayed on popular culture many a time. In fact, I saw Pier Paolo Picciolli of Valentino, along with his wife and pooch (how Valentino is that!) at the Versace show as well. Mamma Mia! There you go, that’s the Italian familial spirit."

 

Cotton jacket, $770.87, Bottega Veneta

9/19

On his selection: "This autumn outerwear from Bottega Veneta circa Tomas Maier reminds me of an army surplus jacket that I lost eons ago. I know that there are so many choices for utilitarian men jackets at Vestiaire so it was pretty easy to find a replacement! And happy to report my new find is certainly an upgrade from my previous one."

 

 

 

Shirt, $99.79, A-Cold-Wall

11/19

On his selection: "This A Cold Wall short-sleeve shirt in water repellant nylon came in handy this past rainy Milan Fashion Week. From an Italian luxury house to a brand with street cred, Vestiaire is a treasure trove for so many versatile menswear pieces."

 

Paris Fashion Week: A joyous ode to colour & texture

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13/19

Elizabeth Lee, Editor-in-Chief

"Fashion week is always a great time to be a little more experimental with my personal style and I am always deeply inspired by what I see on the runway. This season, my favourite shows were Loewe, Chloe and Chanel for a simple reason: they sparked joy! From JW Anderson's ethereal feather dresses and knits, to Gabriela Hearst's dance down the runway of her last Chloe show as creative director, to the colours and an rich fabrics at Chanel, it was a treat for the senses.

When it comes to packing for a 10-day event like Paris fashion week, I tend to plan my outfits at least two weeks before I leave. The best way to do this is to start out with an actual list, then match all my clothing, bags, shoes and accessories into multiple outfits. On top of my everyday outfits I also always pack essential separates like a trusty LBD, a roomy tote and cute heels in case I have any last minute events or fashion emergencies." 

Wool coat, S$1,118.30, Max Mara

14/19

On her selection: "You'll never go wrong with a good coat and this wool option from Max Mara is such a beautiful classic. On days when I have multiple appointments and want to look comfortable but put together, I reach for this caramel coat and pair it with a simple black t-shirt, grey pants and my trusty Adidas sambas."

Cotton printed saddle bag, $2258.56, Dior

16/19

On her selection: "This Dior saddle bag was surprisingly roomy and I appreciated that I could fit in my battery pack, wifi router, wallet, phone and a whole bunch of makeup! I love finding discontinued or vintage gems like this Dior Saddle on Vestiaire Collective as it lends a unique twist to a currently popular design. It's also the perfect size for someone who's constantly on the go and was my trusty companion during the Dior spring/summer 2024 show, as well as at the Vestiaire Collective dinner where I reconnected with co-founder Fanny Moizant (pictured above)."

Kaia leather crossbody $1259.03, Saint Laurent

18/19

On her selection: "I'm a big fan of bags that look good from day to night. Case in point? The YSL Kaia crossbody bag pairs well with casual denim but wouldn't look out of place during cocktail hour. Not only do vintage or second-hand items at Vestiaire  Collective usually come at a good price, I believe it’s a more sustainable way of consuming fashion while staying stylish. I think I'll be adding this to cart soon!"