Study Abroad Style Guide: S/S 24/25 Fashion Week Trends to Elevate Your Look Abroad
By: Alex Ennabi
10 / 25 / 2024
Are you studying abroad next semester and struggling to figure out what to wear? If you are studying abroad in fashion capitals like Paris, Milan, and London, it is necessary to dress the part and embrace the fashion culture of these iconic cities. The fashion weeks in Paris, Milan, and London showcase the perfect balance of comfort, boldness, and effortless chic. Whether you’re sipping coffee in a Parisian café, strolling through Milan’s art galleries, or shopping at London’s eclectic markets, here’s how to channel Fashion Week’s latest trends and beat tourist allegations in these stylish cities.
Parisian fashion has always been synonymous with understated elegance, but the S/S 24/25 collections introduced a modern twist with a touch of romance. Designers like Chloé, Saint Laurent, and Dior dominated the runways with their signature Parisian chic, combining everyday pieces with avant-garde details. Maria Grazia Chiuri’s collection for Dior embraced femininity through sheer fabrics, lace overlays, and delicate embroidery. These romantic looks are perfect for Parisian evenings or a sophisticated daytime outing. Gabriela Hearst at Chloé introduced airy maxi dresses in neutral shades, ideal for warm Parisian weather, and Anthony Vaccarello of Saint Laurent embraced Parisian minimalism with sharp, tailored blazers and tuxedo-style evening wear.
Kendall Jenner paraded down the Schiaparelli runway with a going-out staple: a corseted body suit and low-rise jeans, but with a couture twist. The white corset was structured with a boning that dramatically emphasized her waist, as well as a pair of dark wash jeans with a curved waistline that dipped downward—giving low-waisted a whole new meaning. If you’re feeling bold, wear a statement pant or play with proportions to spice up your going-out look. However, when in Paris, you can never go wrong with a relaxed, well-fit jeans, a statement sweater, and stylish sunnies.
If you're studying abroad in Milan or elsewhere in Italy, go for bold and playful looks. Milan Fashion Week is all about daring style. For S/S 24/25, designers like Fendi delivered bold color palettes and luxurious textures. Go for a delicate tea dress with a chunky boot, inspired by Fendi’s SS 24/25 1920s-inspired collection, or channel your inner office siren with denim sets and high-brushing leather boots.
Gucci’s creative director drew inspiration from GW’s very own alumna, Jackie Kennedy. Gucci paid homage to Jackie through her famous oversized sunglasses to her iconic silk head scarves. Channel your inner Jackie O with enameled bracelets and gloves if you want to incorporate a little piece of GW and D.C. into your looks. Diesel celebrated the beauty of sustainability through a set comprised of reconstructed denim. Thrift some denim or unique pieces and incorporate them into your Italian wardrobe.
The city of London has always been eclectic and experimental with fashion, and SS 24/25 was no exception. Kent and Curwen altered our ideas of school uniforms and made them exciting. Their collection showcased decorated oversized blazers, mini golfing shorts, and chunky logo loafers. Take some inspiration from this collection with an oversized blazer or even turn a rugby shirt into a mini dress. Another trend was Utility Chic which could be fun to explore with utility jackets, oversized pockets, and cargo pants.
No matter which city you’re exploring, taking cues from Fashion Week ensures that you’re not only stylish but also fashion-forward. By following these trends, you can effortlessly blend into the fashionable streets of Europe and live your aesthetic study abroad dream.
Courtesy of The Guardian, Harper’s Bazaar, Savoir Flair, and CNN