A Tale of Two Styles at London Fashion Week

Minimalism meets its match.

By: Molly Miller

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Luxury

What do minimalist, androgynous, '90s-inspired, neutral outfits have in common with bright-colored, bold, feminine and flirty ones? These two styles were all over the streets of London Fashion Week. No matter where you fall on the fashion spectrum, one thing is clear: unabashed personal style will rule in 2017.

 Colorful + Fun

Statement shoes, bold prints, pretty florals and feminine silhouettes popped up everywhere. These looks and the women wearing them aren't afraid to stand out in a sea of minimalism.

LONDON, ENGLAND - FEBRUARY 19: A guest during the London Fashion Week February 2017 collections on February 19, 2017 in London, England. (Photo by Timur Emek/Getty Images)

LONDON, ENGLAND - FEBRUARY 19: A guest during the London Fashion Week February 2017 collections on February 19, 2017 in London, England. (Photo by Timur Emek/Getty Images)

Photo by: Timur Emek

Timur Emek

LONDON, ENGLAND - FEBRUARY 19: A guest during the London Fashion Week February 2017 collections on February 19, 2017 in London, England. (Photo by Timur Emek/Getty Images)

LONDON, ENGLAND - FEBRUARY 19: A guest during the London Fashion Week February 2017 collections on February 19, 2017 in London, England. (Photo by Timur Emek/Getty Images)

Photo by: Timur Emek

Timur Emek

LONDON, ENGLAND - FEBRUARY 19: Jenny Walton on day 3 of the London Fashion Week February 2017 collections on February 19, 2017 in London, England. (Photo by Melodie Jeng/Getty Images)

LONDON, ENGLAND - FEBRUARY 19: Jenny Walton on day 3 of the London Fashion Week February 2017 collections on February 19, 2017 in London, England. (Photo by Melodie Jeng/Getty Images)

Photo by: Melodie Jeng

Melodie Jeng

LONDON, ENGLAND - FEBRUARY 19: A guest wearing a green coat, pink dress outside Preen by Thornton Bregazzi on day 3 of the London Fashion Week February 2017 collections on February 19, 2017 in London, England. (Photo by Christian Vierig/Getty Images) *** Local Caption ***

LONDON, ENGLAND - FEBRUARY 19: A guest wearing a green coat, pink dress outside Preen by Thornton Bregazzi on day 3 of the London Fashion Week February 2017 collections on February 19, 2017 in London, England. (Photo by Christian Vierig/Getty Images) *** Local Caption ***

Photo by: Christian Vierig

Christian Vierig

LONDON, ENGLAND - FEBRUARY 20: A guest wearing a black leather jacket, white tshirt, skirt outside Christopher Kane on day 4 of the London Fashion Week February 2017 collections on February 20, 2017 in London, England. (Photo by Christian Vierig/Getty Images)

LONDON, ENGLAND - FEBRUARY 20: A guest wearing a black leather jacket, white tshirt, skirt outside Christopher Kane on day 4 of the London Fashion Week February 2017 collections on February 20, 2017 in London, England. (Photo by Christian Vierig/Getty Images)

Photo by: Christian Vierig

Christian Vierig

LONDON, ENGLAND - FEBRUARY 20: A guest wearing a dress with floral print outside Christopher Kane on day 4 of the London Fashion Week February 2017 collections on February 20, 2017 in London, England. (Photo by Christian Vierig/Getty Images)

LONDON, ENGLAND - FEBRUARY 20: A guest wearing a dress with floral print outside Christopher Kane on day 4 of the London Fashion Week February 2017 collections on February 20, 2017 in London, England. (Photo by Christian Vierig/Getty Images)

Photo by: Christian Vierig

Christian Vierig

LONDON, ENGLAND - FEBRUARY 20: A guest wearing yellow dress outside Christopher Kane on day 4 of the London Fashion Week February 2017 collections on February 20, 2017 in London, England. (Photo by Christian Vierig/Getty Images)

LONDON, ENGLAND - FEBRUARY 20: A guest wearing yellow dress outside Christopher Kane on day 4 of the London Fashion Week February 2017 collections on February 20, 2017 in London, England. (Photo by Christian Vierig/Getty Images)

Photo by: Christian Vierig

Christian Vierig

LONDON, ENGLAND - FEBRUARY 20: A guest wearing a coat with heat print, black beret outside Roksanda on day 4 of the London Fashion Week February 2017 collections on February 20, 2017 in London, England. (Photo by Christian Vierig/Getty Images)

LONDON, ENGLAND - FEBRUARY 20: A guest wearing a coat with heat print, black beret outside Roksanda on day 4 of the London Fashion Week February 2017 collections on February 20, 2017 in London, England. (Photo by Christian Vierig/Getty Images)

Photo by: Christian Vierig

Christian Vierig

 Classic + Simple

Menswear-inspired pieces, strong '90s influences and denim made a huge showing. You won't see a ruffle or spot of pink in these looks, but the cool factor is through the roof.

LONDON, ENGLAND - FEBRUARY 18: Yasmin Sewell outside of the Molly Goddard show on day 2 of the London Fashion Week February 2017 collections on February 18, 2017 in London, England. (Photo by Melodie Jeng/Getty Images)

LONDON, ENGLAND - FEBRUARY 18: Yasmin Sewell outside of the Molly Goddard show on day 2 of the London Fashion Week February 2017 collections on February 18, 2017 in London, England. (Photo by Melodie Jeng/Getty Images)

Photo by: Melodie Jeng

Melodie Jeng

LONDON, ENGLAND - FEBRUARY 19: A guest wearing an orange hoody with the print stange thing, denim jacket, and denim jeans outside Topshop Unique on day 3 of the London Fashion Week February 2017 collections on February 19, 2017 in London, England. (Photo by Christian Vierig/Getty Images)

LONDON, ENGLAND - FEBRUARY 19: A guest wearing an orange hoody with the print stange thing, denim jacket, and denim jeans outside Topshop Unique on day 3 of the London Fashion Week February 2017 collections on February 19, 2017 in London, England. (Photo by Christian Vierig/Getty Images)

Photo by: Christian Vierig

Christian Vierig

LONDON, ENGLAND - FEBRUARY 20: Patricia Manfield wearing a vinyl coat, tracksuit outside Christopher Kane on day 4 of the London Fashion Week February 2017 collections on February 20, 2017 in London, England. (Photo by Christian Vierig/Getty Images)

LONDON, ENGLAND - FEBRUARY 20: Patricia Manfield wearing a vinyl coat, tracksuit outside Christopher Kane on day 4 of the London Fashion Week February 2017 collections on February 20, 2017 in London, England. (Photo by Christian Vierig/Getty Images)

Photo by: Christian Vierig

Christian Vierig

LONDON, ENGLAND - FEBRUARY 19: A guest wears a "Great, However" top and V73 bag on day 3 of the London Fashion Week February 2017 collections on February 19, 2017 in London, England. (Photo by Melodie Jeng/Getty Images)

LONDON, ENGLAND - FEBRUARY 19: A guest wears a "Great, However" top and V73 bag on day 3 of the London Fashion Week February 2017 collections on February 19, 2017 in London, England. (Photo by Melodie Jeng/Getty Images)

Photo by: Melodie Jeng

Melodie Jeng

LONDON, ENGLAND - FEBRUARY 19: Model Alicia Burke on day 3 of the London Fashion Week February 2017 collections on February 19, 2017 in London, England. (Photo by Melodie Jeng/Getty Images)

LONDON, ENGLAND - FEBRUARY 19: Model Alicia Burke on day 3 of the London Fashion Week February 2017 collections on February 19, 2017 in London, England. (Photo by Melodie Jeng/Getty Images)

Photo by: Melodie Jeng

Melodie Jeng

LONDON, ENGLAND - FEBRUARY 20: Veronika Heilbrunner wearing a dress, black tshirt outside Christopher Kane on day 4 of the London Fashion Week February 2017 collections on February 20, 2017 in London, England. (Photo by Christian Vierig/Getty Images)

LONDON, ENGLAND - FEBRUARY 20: Veronika Heilbrunner wearing a dress, black tshirt outside Christopher Kane on day 4 of the London Fashion Week February 2017 collections on February 20, 2017 in London, England. (Photo by Christian Vierig/Getty Images)

Photo by: Christian Vierig

Christian Vierig

LONDON, ENGLAND - FEBRUARY 19: Guests wearing a beige trench coat, grey jacket outside Mulberry on day 3 of the London Fashion Week February 2017 collections on February 19, 2017 in London, England. (Photo by Christian Vierig/Getty Images) *** Local Caption ***

LONDON, ENGLAND - FEBRUARY 19: Guests wearing a beige trench coat, grey jacket outside Mulberry on day 3 of the London Fashion Week February 2017 collections on February 19, 2017 in London, England. (Photo by Christian Vierig/Getty Images) *** Local Caption ***

Photo by: Christian Vierig

Christian Vierig

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