Spring brings color into your wardrobe. “Fine reed to rich green tones will dominate fashion in spring and summer 2024,” explains Steffen Schraut in an interview. The designer, who celebrates the little luxuries in everyday life in his collections at QVC under the motto “Luxury with Love,” also raves about airy dresses: “a great trend,” says Schraut. However, caution is advised when it comes to a spring evergreen: “Not every woman likes classic floral patterns,” says the fashion designer.
Steffen Schraut: There was already a lot of talk about the Quiet Luxury Trend last year. This spring it has completely arrived and is no longer imaginable without it. I am a big fan of reserved, stylish fashion and understated elegance. The little luxuries in everyday life have always been my focus and are expressed in my collections at QVC under the motto “Luxury with Love”. Airy dresses are also a great trend. They can be worn with a casual leather jacket, sweater or cardigan in the slightly cooler spring and then just like that in the summer.
Schraut: The Quiet Luxury trend is about relying on high-quality fabrics and timeless designs instead of flashy designer logos or excessive embellishments. Classic cuts, soft colors and casual elegance make up the look. An example: Combine a plain-colored, fine-knit turtleneck sweater made of high-quality viscose or cashmere with well-fitting trousers or elegant jeans in a subtle color such as black or dark blue. Add simple, high-quality leather shoes such as loafers or ankle boots and a designer handbag in a timeless design and neutral color. And while it’s still cooler: a sporty parka in an unobtrusive color like beige or gray. That’s it.
Schraut: Fine reed tones through to rich green tones will dominate fashion in spring and summer 2024. Cardigans, tops, trousers, sneakers – all items of clothing work in the colors and can be styled in monochrome looks or in combination with other colors. The Pantone trend color “Peach Fuzz” also puts you in a good mood. It is a soft shade between light orange and soft pink that will play a role in many outfits. My highlight piece from my collection at QVC is the “Madrid” blazer – it brings together the Quiet Luxury trend and the new trend color.
Schraut: Black is never a no-go and never will be – especially not on festive occasions like the Oscars. Black is so versatile, elegant and timeless – and sorry, but it is also very practical and uncomplicated. Heidi Klum even wore a monochrome all-black look last year – very sexy and cool. This is where the details matter.
Schraut: Floral patterns are such a thing. I think they always look lovely on the hanger, but not every woman likes classic floral patterns. It can sometimes seem a bit “ladylike”. However, there are great alternatives: modern, slightly more abstract floral prints or other patterns and motifs inspired by nature. There will be a lot of that this spring and summer!
Schraut: The Barbiecore trend is over. However, that doesn’t make pink and pink tones unwearable, as Jennifer Lopez showed us at the Golden Globes. But now it can be peach or coral.
Schraut: Rule number 1 – always high quality and durable. Leather, cashmere and viscose are currently popular materials that also create a nice contrast when combined.
Schraut: Invest in essentials like a white blouse, well-fitting jeans and an elegant cardigan. These are timeless pieces of clothing that can be combined in a variety of ways and with which women always look good.
Schraut: Statement jewelry and other accessories such as scarves or bags can completely change a look. In spring and summer, special shoes can also create a more casual or elegant touch.
Schraut: I observed this in New York in 2022 and was a bit irritated. I don’t think every woman is comfortable with it. To me the look seems unfinished. But if you want to attract attention, you can of course do it. That can also be the meaning of fashion. I always find it inspiring when the boundaries of traditional clothing regulations are pushed. However, you won’t find this trend in my lookbook.
Schraut: I have to say that I haven’t particularly liked cut-outs so far. This year, however, very sophisticated versions can be seen on the catwalks, such as the designs by Alexander McQueen. The cut-outs here are not random, but rather emphasize silhouettes and cuts. They are definitely still better than miniskirts that are too short.
