With over 40 new styles, Kathryn Wilson's new Modern Classics for Autumn Winter 2024 showcases a refined line of footwear that plays heavily with bright colours and staple textures. From loafers to chunky heels, the Modern Classic range caters and offers something for everybody.
"With international travel now at the forefront of our customer's minds through the winter months, our designs now look to the mood or spirit of the wearer more than their location," described Kathryn Wilson, founder of her self-titled business. "There is a focus on trans-seasonal styles."
Wilson's most significant focus in this collection is loafers, with five variations in diverse colours and textures. The classic silhouette of the Liza loafer has remained the same, with a smaller platform and a horse-bit detail. However, it is now available in two different experimental colours: barbie pink crocodile and black sparkle welt detailing, as well as other staple hues.
A sense of unity between styles is apparent, with the pink colour seen again on the Barbie heel, an extravagant bubblegum pink shoe with a gem-encrusted heel and gold hardware. The popularity of the Barbie film, the highest-grossing film of 2023, undoubtedly inspired this iconic and nostalgic colour.
Metallic has made a comeback with the Whitney slingback shoe, a bold and explorative style perfect for those looking to add dimension to an outfit. The Whitney has a pointed toe with a modest eight-centimetre gold chain heel and comes in a range of colours, two of the boldest being pink and gold.
Customers can also pair their shoes with a matching bag with the Amazana trainer, Leia loafer, and the Blanchfield bag made from white checkerboard leather with brushed gold hardware detailing. Customers wanting a more straightforward style could opt for the Sweet Dreams bag, a classic and roomy accessory detailed with a gold change, available in Stone or Ink Pebble.
The Modern Classics collection is a natural progression for Kathryn Wilson, shown through her re-design of several top sellers, such as the Ariane and Brigid boots and the Shandre loafers. She has covered all the basics while allowing customers to stray from the classics and add some diversity.
