Once a 1980s cliche, shoulder pads are back on the runways!
Not this!
Thank goodness we aren’t seeing this around anymore. Designers have revamped the shoulders and made it chic and sleek!
A reoccurring trend for many seasons, there must be a good explanation why bold shoulders dominate the runways for such a long time.There are four takes on the shoulders. Peaked, pointed, subtly rounded and puffy around the shoulders and fitted at the upper arms.
pointed shoulders
Gianfranco Ferre 
Givenchy 
Balmain
peaked shoulders
Nina Ricci
subtly rounded shoulders
Balmain
Antonio Berardi
Puffy around the shoulders and fitted at the forearms
Dolce and Gabbana
H&M
Zara
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This season we are seeing a much more dramatic and exaggerated shoulder silhouette. In contrast to the 80s shoulder pads, today’s shoulder pads are nowhere near dowdy. It has a more sculptural and architectural feel to it. It seems like bigger the better for these shoulders. Designers like Dolce and Gabbana added more volume to the shoulders, creating the “leg of mutton” which is puffy around the shoulders and fitted at the upper arms. This distinctive silhouette is different from the other takes on the shoulder.
A no-no for people who already have relatively broad shoulders, it is a totally wearable trend. For peaked and pointed and even subtly rounded shoulder padded jackets, It is wise to pair them up with acid wash jeans (hot this season too!) and a simple tank top for a casual yet chic look. However, we have to slightly cautious for puffy shoulders and fitted at the upper arms, because of its whole “over the top” look, what u pair up with the jacket might make or break the outfit.
Try something fitted, like a pencil skirt or a body hugging dress. This will flatter the silhouette, having it big on the shoulders and tight at the waist.
Heels are a must to pair up with these fashion statement-making jackets. This helps to elongate the whole silhouette. So we can avoid looking like the short fashionable dwarf.
See how celebrities like fashion icon Victoria Beckham and singer, Beyonce (respectively) rocked this trend.
They look so effortlessly chic. This is living proof a good fitted jacket can jazz up one’s outfit. Even though it is a little steep on the price, take it as an investment if you’re planning to own one of these jackets.
Help is here for those who are tight on their budget. Embrace the DIY style!
Here's how,
you'll need shoulder pads, either ribbons or fringe. Experiment with other fabrics even!
Ta-da! Simple steps to achieving the look with accessible materials!
Shoulder pads are showing no signs of stopping, love it or hate it, They are here to stay.
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