✨ Volume 3: Formalwear – Lace, Length & Luxe Details
Autumn’s most stylish events call for looks that leave a lasting impression — and in 2025, formalwear is having a fashion moment. From romantic lace gowns and sweeping silhouettes to corseted details and elevated textures, this season is all about celebrating confidence with elegance. Whether you're attending a vineyard wedding, city soirée, or a luxe rooftop dinner, these standout trends will help you dress to impress — effortlessly.
🌹 Lace & Sheer Layering: Romantic Textures Meet Autumn Ease
Delicate lace is stealing the spotlight this autumn, blending vintage charm with contemporary edge. ✨
From sheer sleeves to fully laced gowns, Australian designers like Zimmermann are embracing lace in ways that feel fresh, feminine, and layered just right for cooler evenings.
🤍 City Stroll in Soft Lace
Layer a flowing ivory lace dress with a tailored blazer and strappy heels. Add a crystal clutch for soft elegance that transitions effortlessly from day to night.
🖤 Sleek & Sheer After Dark
Go bold with a black lace wrap dress featuring sheer long sleeves and a belted waist. Pair it with pointed ankle boots and statement earrings for a moody, city-lit evening look.
☕ Garden Party Elegance
Style a midi lace dress with a high neckline under a camel wool coat. Finish the look with black boots and a simple clutch — perfect for chic outdoor events.
🌸 Romantic Blouse, Polished Finish
Tuck a dusty rose lace blouse with puff sleeves into high-waisted tailored pants. Nude heels and gold accessories add the finishing touch for a rooftop moment.
✨ Coordination ideas from the season’s top looks:
🤍 Ivory lace dress + tailored blazer + strappy heels = modern romance.
🖤 Black lace wrap dress + ankle boots + evening clutch = bold & elegant.
☕ Cream lace midi + camel coat + black boots = timeless charm.
🌸 Rose lace blouse + beige trousers + nude heels = soft power.
🌟 Corseted Silhouettes: Structure Meets Statement Style
The corset trend is back and bolder than ever this autumn — adding shape, sophistication, and a touch of drama to everything from streetwear to red carpet looks. 💫
Whether layered over shirts or styled into full gowns, corseted pieces cinch the waist and elevate your autumn wardrobe with confident flair.
🤍 Polished Power Look
Style a navy corset-style jumpsuit over a crisp white shirt and pointed heels. Sleek hair and silver earrings keep the look sharp and streamlined — a modern twist on classic tailoring.
🍂 Street Chic with a Twist
Pair a chocolate corset skirt with a fitted beige knit top and taupe ankle boots. A slouchy leather bag pulls it all together for the perfect everyday autumn outfit.
🍷 Velvet Glamour Moment
Go full formal in a strapless burgundy velvet corset gown. Statement earrings and a bold lip bring the drama for weddings, galas, or elegant evening events.
🌿 Playful Edge, Urban Backdrop
Layer a bright green corset top over a white blouse and wide-leg cream trousers. Brown block heels and natural waves make it feel fresh and playful — perfect for day-to-night dressing.
🖤 Red Carpet Confidence
Step out in a satin corset gown with a thigh-high slit. Style with sheer tights, black pumps, and a clutch — it's sleek, sultry, and guaranteed to turn heads.
✨ Coordination ideas from the season’s top looks:
🤍 Navy jumpsuit + white shirt + silver hoops = tailored and confident.
🍂 Corset skirt + ribbed knit + ankle boots = soft meets structured.
🍷 Velvet corset gown + statement earrings + red lipstick = vintage drama.
🌿 Corset top + blouse + cream pants + block heels = edgy and elegant.
🖤 Satin corset dress + black heels + mini clutch = timeless allure.
🌿 Floor-Length Elegance: Dramatic Drapes for Cooler Days
This autumn, it's all about making an entrance — and floor-length silhouettes are leading the way. ✨
From luxe velvet to soft chiffon, Australian autumn style is embracing full-length gowns and maxi skirts with rich textures and graceful movement. Think romantic, bold, and effortlessly polished — made for twilight weddings, rooftop cocktails, or cosy dinners.
🍷 Red Carpet Regal
Turn heads in an off-shoulder burgundy gown with embroidered hem detail. Add gold heels and a sleek updo for a glamorous formal look.
🍂 Boho Meets Street
Pair a flowing floral maxi dress with a cropped leather jacket and suede ankle boots. Earthy tones and a crossbody bag keep it casual yet elevated — perfect for golden hour strolls.
🌇 Rooftop Ready
Style a pleated cream maxi skirt with a fitted black top and draped cardigan. Soft flats and layered chains add the perfect finishing touch for city sunset moments.
🫒 Luxe Utility
Go tailored with a belted olive maxi dress and gold cuff accents. A clean bun and pointed heels keep this structured look strong yet feminine.
🍇 Velvet & Warmth
Opt for a plum velvet wrap dress with side slit and boots. Add a chunky knit scarf for a cosy-chic café-ready vibe.
✨ Coordination ideas from the season’s top looks:
🍷 Burgundy off-shoulder gown + gold clutch + chandelier earrings = timeless drama.
🍂 Floral maxi + leather jacket + tan boots = effortless autumn layering.
🌇 Cream pleated skirt + knit layers + flats = soft elegance for city evenings.
🫒 Olive maxi dress + gold accents + sleek bun = tailored sophistication.
🍇 Velvet wrap dress + boots + scarf = cosy and romantic.
🌸 Winter Florals & Rich Colours: Bloom Boldly This Autumn
Who says florals are just for spring? In Autumn 2025, they're flourishing in bold, luxurious hues across Australia’s fashion scene — think cobalt blue, deep plum, forest green, and elegant navy. ✨ Whether you’re heading to a rooftop dinner, a garden wedding, or a candlelit event, floral prints and rich jewel tones are adding a dramatic yet romantic twist to autumn formalwear.
💙 Cobalt Confidence
Turn heads in a structured cobalt midi dress with oversized black floral motifs. The sharp shoulders and clean silhouette offer runway sophistication, perfectly balanced with a tan clutch and pointed heels for contrast.
💚 Emerald Glow-Up
Make an entrance in a satin emerald gown embroidered with floral accents, styled with a cream trench and statement earrings. Ideal for outdoor soirées under golden autumn leaves — glam yet grounded.
🌸 Navy Night Florals
Opt for a navy floral fishtail gown with soft ruffle sleeves and peach-toned blooms. Paired with pearl earrings and a warm candlelit backdrop, it’s timeless elegance for your next evening celebration.
💜 Plum & Pop Art
A deep plum midi dress in silky floral fabric, styled with black ankle boots and a structured handbag, brings playful energy to dinner dates and rooftop drinks. Bold and polished with an artistic twist.
🩵 Refined in Embroidered Navy
Walk through falling leaves in a sleek navy gown with pale floral embroidery along the bodice. Style it with suede heels and a matching jacket draped over the shoulder for a look that’s as soft as it is powerful.
✨ Coordination ideas from the season’s top looks:
💙 Cobalt floral midi + tan clutch + pointed pumps = confident chic.
💚 Emerald satin gown + cream trench + statement earrings = regal radiance.
🌸 Navy floral fishtail gown + pearl studs = graceful glamour.
💜 Plum floral dress + boots + black shoulder bag = playful polish.
🩵 Navy embroidered gown + navy pumps + soft waves = refined romance.
💎 Elevated Accessories: Autumn’s Finishing Touch
This season, accessories are doing the most — blending timeless charm with playful attitude. Whether you're dressing for daytime outings or evening glamour, the right add-ons can instantly elevate your look. ✨
👜 City Chic in Florals
Toughen up a floral mini dress with a navy trench and suede knee-high boots. Add oversized sunnies and a tan tote for the perfect autumn stroll look.
🎀 Subtle Luxe
A grey knit midi dress with a leg slit gets an elegant update with a printed scarf and metallic pointed heels. A green clutch adds just the right pop of colour.
🖤 Little Black Moment
A classic black turtleneck mini dress paired with sleek black stilettos and a crystal-studded mini bag proves that less is more. The perfect combo of modern edge and timeless polish.
🤍 Cream & Gold Elegance
A delicate cream blouse with lace trim tucked into high-waisted trousers, styled with pearl drop earrings and a gold clutch. Refined and ready for any rooftop soirée.
🔴 Power Layers with Personality
A tailored plaid coat over a deep red mini dress, finished with tan ankle boots and a structured handbag. Pearls and a top-handle bag tie the whole look together.
✨ Styling ideas from the season’s key accessories:
👜 Knee-high suede boots + mini floral dress + oversized sunglasses = street-ready polish.
🎀 Statement scarf + metallic heels + soft knit = cozy and chic.
🖤 Black mini + glossy pumps + crystal bag = understated glamour.
🤍 Cream blouse + pearl earrings + gold clutch = modern romance.
🔴 Plaid coat + wine dress + tan boots = bold and balanced layering
