Runway Trend: House of Wax

07.Jun,2012

A laminated, waxy finish for leather-like fabrics stood out on the runways this season in the form of out-there outerwear, slinky separates and statement accessories.

waxy shiny dresses backstage at jil sander  Runway Trend: House of WaxBackstage at Jil Sander

Figure hugging dresses at Jil Sander made for some seriously sexy silhouettes.

waxy shiny dresses at jil sander  Runway Trend: House of Wax

There were shiny fabrics in petrol black at bottle green Fendi.

waxy shiny looks at fendi  Runway Trend: House of Wax

Acne rocked the waxy trend in sexy skin-tight bottoms, matrix style coats and oversized waist belts.

waxy shiny looks at acne  Runway Trend: House of Wax

It was head-to-toe wax at J.W. Anderson… (we’re hoping those shiny suits don’t chafe!)

waxy shiny suits at jw anderson  Runway Trend: House of Wax

Marni offered up a series of laminated, velvet collared coats and vests.

waxy shiny coats at marni  Runway Trend: House of Wax

We’re not entirely sure how wearable the waxy fabric trend may be day to day, but it certainly makes for some standout looks!

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