It’s that time of year again where we start curating your wardrobe for the upcoming season. To lead you down the right path towards updating your closet with up-and-coming contemporary labels, we take you to the Dubai-based online boutique Vesmasina, which translates to “washing machine” in Croatian. Vesmasina houses a selection of emerging designers and established names that are featured alongside the e-commerce boutique’s in-house clothing line. In this Vesmasina buyer’s guide, founders and buyers Emirati national Reem Abdullah and Andrea Ercegovic share their top trends, must-haves for the season, and personal picks for Spring 2016.
Vesmasina Buyer’s Guide on Spring 2016 Fashion Must-Haves
Trends for Spring 2016
Nineties classic feminine shapes as seen at Calvin Klein Collection Spring 2016. Also seventies folk, comfy luxe, and crafty customization elements.
Favorite Newcomers
Vetements definitely—and we can’t wait to see what Demna Gvasalia will do as the new creative director of Balenciaga. Australian designer Christopher Esber has also caught our eye.
Colors to Keep an Eye On
Flesh and taupe in traditional mosaic patterns. We also noticed that yellow is having a comeback.
This Season’s Must-Haves
Silk bomber jackets and loungewear-inspired pieces such as tunics and dresses that are slightly slouchy for an easy fit.
A Key Buy for the Middle East
Amazing silk caftan dresses from A Peace Treaty’s Spring 2016, and a great selection of Miista espadrilles.
Personal Picks
Reem Abdullah: I wear the Vesmasina Parrot dress all the time, which has also been one of our best sellers. Plus the Imogen espadrilles by Miista.
Personal Picks
Andrea Ercegovic: The Donyale necklace from A Peace Treaty and Vivienne sandals by Miista.
Key Accessories of the Season
Oversized tribal earrings.
Safe Investment of the Season
Lace-up tops, dresses, or skirts—we don’t think this trend is going anywhere. Also, oversized denim with a worn-in feel in light shades.
Risky Bet
The ‘90s rave trend that seems to be creeping in.
Dying Trend
Color-blocking.
