Fashion trends from the 1940s are influencing upcoming autumn styles. Runway shows from Paris to Rome featured dresses with empire waists, fitted bodices and full skirts. Designers like Fendi and Dolce & Gabbana showcased empire-style dresses with sheer fabrics, lace and sequins. Elements of classic 1940s suits also appeared in modernized versions with varied patterns and materials like suede from designers such as Schiaparelli and Gaulthier. Plumes and feathers prominently featured in collections, including some bridal gowns by Chanel and Karl Lagerfeld, taking inspiration from decorative styles of the 1920s-1940s.