Bold, extravagant outfits and accessories dazzle on the recent runways

This acid green fringe coat is a head-turner, both for its bold colour and sparkling accents. Photo: Gucci

At a time when the concept of quiet luxury is said to be the in thing, some of the latest runway shows feature outfits and accessories that do not even whisper.

Flamboyant and outrageous, they’re pushing fashion to the max and keeping quiet luxury to a mere murmur.

We’re definitely on team extreme especially when eye-catching creations provide an innovative and artistic way to express your unique style and personality through fashion.

Have you ever aspired to become part of the cheerleading squad but never got the chance? Bottega Veneta might just cheer you up with its crochet dress detailed with playful raffia pom-poms.

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Turn up the volume in a maximalist mix of lace, ribbons, ruffles, roses, and more. Photo: Moschino

Pretty remarkable you might say but wait till you see the Italian label’s coveted handwoven leather hobo in an extremely large size. This jumbo hobo could very well signal the end of the tiny purse trend that have prevailed in recent seasons.

At Gucci, an acid green coat steals the spotlight, not just for its fluorescent shade but also for the sparkling fringe embellishment that glisten and shimmer as the model sashays down the runway.

If you want more out of this neon number, wear it with the brand’s towering crocodile-hide platform shoes in the same spectacular shade.

Moschino, a brand known for its quirky fashion philosophy, is not missing out on the flamboyant action yet again as it features almost an entire range of pieces that are a random mix of lace, ribbons, ruffles, roses and more.

Why not? The result is anything but dull.

The oversized blazer trend continues on at Balenciaga this season, and this time it is paired with a dramatic maxi multi-layered tailored skirt, which lends depth and dimension.

Pushing the boundaries of fashion innovation even further, the French brand’s creative director, Demna Gvasalia adds an inside-out hooded t-shirt to the mix.

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To complete this fascinating ensemble, there’s an equally attention-grabbing handbag adorned with a medley of eclectic items, including tags, padlocks, keys, coins, carabiners, and tassels hanging from the exterior.

Also making a strong visual impact is Jonathan Anderson’s creations for Loewe’s Spring/Summer 2024 menswear.

Among the unconventional looks include chunky knitwear that envelops the body like a cocoon, and exaggerated tabard-inspired tops, each enhanced with an enormous sewing needle pinned near the neckline, leaving fashion followers on pins and needles!