What a year it has been for fashion! The industry resurrected itself post the pandemic. While the world was inside the house, and when we went back in time, we came out of it with a hit of nostalgia, and the fashion world got inspired. The Y2K, low-rise skirts gave us Britney Spears, ballet flats, and goth saw a rise. In 2022, Miu Miu, Prada, Balenciaga, and Mugler were the go-to brands for celebrities and fashion connoisseurs also absorbed the trends. But, we see a spill of these trends in 2023 with new emerging trends on the horizon.
The year 2022 was also turbulent and Kanye West was at the center of the tumult. Along with celebrities, fashion brands have also gone through scrutiny and criticism. Alessandro Michele stepped down as the Creative Director at Gucci after pushing the androgynous fashion for years. Balenciaga put up a successful runway, but they faced major backlash for their festival bags featuring children holding leather harness bags. But, it was a positive year for fashion as well with Mugler seen at concerts and red carpets to celebrities’ fashion. Thanks to Bridgerton, the corsets are back! The year 2023 will have some spillovers and new trends. Let’s have a look at the emerging trends for the 2023 fashion forecast!
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10) Suiting
One of the integral parts of the runway this year is that power suiting or suiting, in general, is back and will be a part of the 2023 fashion trend. Be it, Stella McCartney, Louis Vuitton, the camp brands Giambattista Valli or Germanier, everyone featured pastel and beige blazers, and tailored cuts on their runways. Styling blazers with hoodies (thanks to Hailey Bieber) is in trend.
9) Ballet Flats
The ballet flats are tipping back in the fashion arena thanks to the revival of ‘Gossip Girl’, we are drawn back to these flats. From the classics like Dior and the chunky logo signature of Chanel, the flats danced their way on the runways. Others like Salvatore Ferragamo also featured in pastel and metallic versions of their ballet flats.
8) Pastels
The storming year of the pandemic threw the limelight again of pastels with Fendi showcasing its pastel, Raf Simons, and Eudon Choi painting the runaway into pastel colors. The Y2K effect is snowballing into color palettes as well.
7) Crochets
From Cong Tri to Hermés, Crotchets have made it to the runways and are happening on the streets and beaches.
6) Y2.0K
The low-rise skirts, crop tops, petite bags, and MTV days of baggy jeans and denim on denim (re: Julia Fox) have infiltrated the scene in 2021, but the indie sleaze will continue to influence fashion in 2023.
5) Academia
The sleek geek is in trend whereas looking nerd is a fashion statement. With light and dark academia trending on TikTok and Instagram, the beige palette with the goth and knitwear-influenced wardrobe can be your go-to academia look. On the 2023 Fashion Week runways, we saw Academia couture from Prada and Fendi.
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4) Metallics
Liane Wiggins, Matchesfashion head said, “As we have seen throughout the other cities, interesting metallics continue to be a standout trend for the season, with Jil Sander’s incredible fabric developments — bouncy metallic chenille, silver sequins, and high craft techniques”. Chanel, Valentino, and Altuzarra flaunted various patterns of the metallics from high fashion to pleats.
3) Cargos
The heavy Cargo was seen on the runways at the Fendi, Diesel, and Coperni shows. They were styled like the Y2K-style low-rise skirt. Prada and Louis Vuitton had multiple pockets attached while Fendi gave an ode to the classic cargo.
2) Fringe
One of the most impressive trends on the Spring/Fall 2023 runway was the fringe. Mesopotamian origin style emerged again in the 1920s as embellishments made out of cotton and linen. The rich had it in silk. The Alexander McQueens and Bottega Venetas stood out during the fashion weeks.
1) Sheer
Another Y2K trend that emerged on the runways and streets and will continue to dominate is the sheer mesh shirts. The fashion giants styled the look with laces and sheer panels. The free-the-nipple trend may also surface in 2023 with the sheer panels. So, be Kendall ready for the sheer look!
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