This Paris report absorbs the mood from previous catwalk cities and defines the key trends for S/S ’13 and beyond. Our unique edit of the shows highlights all the exciting developments and new directions. The Japanese influence featured in Japanese Dynamic is proving to be an unstoppable force, providing a minimal look with an edgy vibe. Other trends lean into masculine or feminine territory: in Masc + Femme, we look at the new ways women are embracing masculine styles, and in Neo-Feminine the femininity proves to be both sophisticated and provocative. Abstract Subtract embraces the optimism of the sixties and transports it forward with renewed excitement.

M is for Minimalism this season as Italian designers show us how to redefine the parameters and add impact to the art of reduction. There’s a Japanese edge to styles with angular silhouettes that mimic the line of martial arts costumes and kimonos; examples of exquisite cutting in Future Woman, a sixties revival full of doll-like proportions and in Ethnic Tech styles filled with contemporary pattern and texture.

Our razor sharp editing of the London catwalk collections cuts through the noise to bring a clear insight into the emerging trends. We outline the four main trends, introducing each theme with insightful editorial then highlighting the key styles that will impact on the spring/summer 2013 season.

This detailed analysis of the New York shows highlights the important styles and forward-moving trends emerging from the latest runways. Our four main themes reveal all the key looks that will impact on trends for seasons to come.