The 13 Trends, Fashion Ideas, and Styling Tricks That We Loved From Fall 2016 #LFW

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And just like that, London Fashion Week came and went, but not without giving us some major fashion inspo. There were whimsical fairytale vibes at Alexander McQueen and Mary Katrantzou, textured footwear at J.W. Anderson and Christopher Kane, and new plunging takes on cleavage at Burberry Prorsum, Topshop, and David Koma. All in all, it was a stellar season, but we're not sure we can wait until the fall to get our hands on the chic trends, fashion ideas, and styling tips that were seen on the British runways, which is why we are breaking them down for you now. Ahead, the best of the best from London Fashion Week.

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Sculptural Athletic Wear

Sculptural Athletic Wear
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At J.W. Anderson, the classic pullover got revamped, thanks to an exaggerated collar, sheer black-and-white sleeves, and a dose of color. For a feminine vibe, pair your sweatshirt-like top with a tiered flirty skirt.

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Textured Footwear

Textured Footwear
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Talk about fancy feet. Beads popped on the shoes at J.W. Anderson, standout fringe adorned sandals at Sibling, dark ethereal wisps bedecked heels at Alexander McQueen, while red fur-like texture embellished flats at Christopher Kane.

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Gemstone Shoulder Dusters

Gemstone Shoulder Dusters
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Over-the-top gemstone shoulder dusters dropped from the lobes of models's ears at Simone Rocha. When you are wearing this much bling, a single earring will do.

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Shop the Trend

Shop the Trend
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From left: Erickson Beamon, $590; net-a-porter.com. Badgley Mischka, $179; sophiescloset.com. Dannijo, $259 (originally $370); dannijo.com.

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Whimsical Touches

Whimsical Touches

Who says fashion can't be playful? At Alexander McQueen, whimsical timepieces, stars, and butterflies emblazoned coats. The winged creature also showed up at Mary Katrantzou, while half-eaten apples decorated tops at Paul Smith.

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Cinch That Puffer

Cinch That Puffer
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Burberry Prorsum's Christopher Bailey elevated winter's hardest-working jacket by belting it with a wide multi-colored belt. We started doing this trick the moment it walked down the runway.

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Get the Look

Get the Look
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TNA parka, $188 (originally $375); aritzia.com. Marni belt, $790; net-a-porter.com.

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SHORT SHOULDER-STRAP BAGS

SHORT SHOULDER-STRAP BAGS
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Is this the end of the cross-body trend? Perhaps, if Anya Hindmarch, Burberry Prorsum, and J.W. Anderson have their say, as short shoulder-strap bags turned up on their runways. Carry in the hand for an effortless grab-and-go look.

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Shop the Trend

Shop the Trend
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From left: Furla, $428; shopbop.com. Reed Krakoff, $1,290; nordstrom.com. Proenza Schouler, $1,825; nordstrom.com.

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Furry Everything

Furry Everything
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Shrimps is known for its wildly colorful faux fur coats, but this season the brand created fun skirts, plush collars, and wild bags from the cozy fabric.

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Moody Headscarves

Moody Headscarves
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Embellished Gothic headscarves adorned models's heads at Preen by Thornton Bregazzi. We like the idea of throwing this bad boy on with a top knot and hitting the town.

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The New Cleavage

The New Cleavage
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Forget about a plunging V-neckline—the new way to show cleavage is with a deep bar-like opening that spans the length of your sternum from neck to belly button.

Runway looks, from left: David Koma, Burberry Prorsum, Topshop Unique

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Elevated Denim

Elevated Denim
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The classic American fabric was elevated at Erdem and Emilia Wickstead in the form of a skinny suit with a ruffled peplum at the former, and a cut-out shoulder midi dress at the latter.

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Shop the Trend

Shop the Trend
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From left: Tibi jacket, $365; tibi.com. Holly Fulton skirt, $735; net-a-porter.com.

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Free-Flowing Ribbon

Free-Flowing Ribbon
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Long streamers gave coats at Christopher Kane and Pringle of Scotland a feminine vibe. Make sure not to tie these wisps of fabric into bows—it will read too twee.

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CHUNKY SWEATER-AND-WHITE SHIRT COMBOS

CHUNKY SWEATER-AND-WHITE SHIRT COMBOS
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Chunky knit sweaters and crisp white shirts are a perfect pair for a reason, but the combo feels fresh for fall, thanks to Eudon Choi, who made sure that the blouse peeked through at the collar, sleeves, and body.

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Get the Look

Get the Look
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Proenza Schouler sweater, $895; net-a-porter.com. Oscar de la Renta blouse, $2,011; harrods.com.

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Ankle-Grazing Dresses

Ankle-Grazing Dresses
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Is this the new shape of evening wear? Emilia Wickstead showcased sleeveless gowns that stopped at the ankle, proving the importance of a clean line and, of course, a stellar shoe.

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