Forget the red and white. Local designer Julian Chang says the colors making news this holiday season are chocolate espresso brown and burgundy, according to a segment on WSVN 7News’ Deco Drive.
Chang, who has been part of South Florida’s fashion scene for decades, runs a boutique in Pinecrest. He said the trends for this year are set about two years in advance by fabric manufacturers. Among the other looks he pointed to were suede, soft leather, monotone outfits, fringe and animal print, including a cheetah dress paired with a faux fur vest.
For a casual look, Chang recommended a fur jacket worn with jeans instead of a dress. For a night out, he suggested a silky brown set accessorized with heels and a clutch, or a jeweled-neck swing dress that works as a modern take on the little black dress.
His advice for anyone buying just one holiday piece was simple: if you do not already own a grey-brown outfit, get one in brown or burgundy. Chang said several of the trends will carry into spring.
