2023 has arrived, and with it, a new range of trends that are guaranteed to leave a mark on the upcoming warm season. While winter is still in full swing in many parts of the world, it’s not too early to think about what you can wear when spring arrives, and you can finally ditch your long puffer jacket and heavy boots. The change between winter and spring is an exciting time. And with the warmer weather and increased amount of daylight, there are also clothing changes.
In 2023 there’s a lot to expect from fashion trends. It’s an exciting year, especially as the conversation around the sustainability and functionality of fashion garments has become increasingly important. There’s a great deal of emphasis on creating an everyday uniform that you can keep fresh and tweak daily with different items. The focus is on how the same things can be incorporated into various ensembles. With increasing attention brought to green practices in fashion, the industry has begun focusing on the necessity for clothes to have an extended life expectancy. High-quality materials and timeless designs that aren’t subjected to the rise and fall of micro hypes generated by social media are the way to go. You should build your wardrobe around items with these characteristics.
Denim
Denim is a timeless trend that will be no less relevant in 2023. The main difference this year is that denim pieces have become the center of the outfit rather than a simply supportive element. And while the fabric is typically associated with basic designs, you shouldn’t be afraid to take it further this season and spice up your denim pieces. You can opt for tailored denim jackets, flared high-rise pants, and midi and maxi skirts with detailing. Structured seaming, string belt, slanted pockets, back slits, pleats and voluminous hems are the way to go.
And when it comes to the classic jeans, the baggier, the better is the rule for 2023. Wide-leg and high-waisted styles will dominate the season, so if you’re a fan of skinny jeans, you won’t find yourself on the side of the majority. This trend shouldn’t come as a surprise, as the fashion world has favoured looser jeans over skin-tight varieties for a while now.
Pajamas and lingerie
The trend for wearing pieces traditionally worn as underwear like spicy lingerie in the form of outerwear was at an all-time high in 2022, and it shows no signs of stopping in 2023. Corsets, slip dresses and tights have been very popular during the last summer season, and they’ll also remain the same this year. If you want to nap in style and have the best loungewear options available, get women’s bamboo sleepwear for the best of both worlds.
If you don’t feel comfortable wearing loungewear and sleepwear outside as such but want to feel comfortable throughout the day, incorporate the pieces into regular outfits. You can throw a thick knit jumper over your lightweight pajamas or wear your corset with jeans or dress pants.
Sheer fabrics
Keeping in line with the underwear as outerwear phenomenon, the trend for clothing made of sheer fabrics continues to reign supreme. 2022 brought back the movement of the sheer dress, making it bolder than ever. Tulle was also a big deal, particularly given the emergence of dancewear-inspired garments. If you’re up for this daring style, you should know that it’ll remain a staple for 2023. There are many ways to wear it, depending on what you feel comfortable with.
So, if you feel comfortable with lingerie-baring dresses, skirts or tops, you should go for it. The trend is a great way to create a risqué look without resorting to the traditional plunging cleavages and short hemlines. However, if you’d like an opaque look, you can always add a sheer dress overlay on top of your outfit to provide texture and create a lovely layered look.
Crochet
One of the more surprising (at least at first glance) styles of 2023 comes under the resurgence of crochet pieces. The love for crocheted items is in line with the more significant trend emphasizing the importance of craftsmanship and the creation of the clothes you’re wearing. The patterns of these clothes allow the wearer to get an insider’s perspective into the structure of the piece.
The good news is that the style is also versatile. You might associate it with heavy items worn during the colder months, but there’s no shortage of halter tops, flared pants and skirts made using crochet patterns. You can choose a set in the same color or mix and match different pieces. Crochet cardigans are also just the thing to throw over a sundress if you’re out late at night and it gets a little chilly.
Tailoring
Minimalism has been quite a big deal in the last few years. For many people, it has ceased to be a simple design choice and was elevated to the status of lifestyle, with lovers of the style taking steps to minimize the number of items they purchase and becoming more conscious consumers. In fashion, the trend veers towards oversized, flowy items that maintain an air of crisp, structured tailoring.
Blazers, cotton-poplin shirts and trousers are some of the pieces you should consider investing in. Opting for simpler colors like black, white and gray guarantees that you can wear everything interchangeably, and it’ll be just as fitting for an evening out as for the office. Moreover, it enables you to wear any shoes and accessories you want and add a splash of color to the whole ensemble.
2023 is bound to be a creative year in terms of fashion, and you shouldn’t waste the opportunity to add some long-lasting, staple clothing pieces to your wardrobe this season. At the same time, if you’ve been building up the courage to try something a little different, this is the perfect time to give it a try. While it’ll still be a little while until lightweight fabrics can be worn comfortably outdoors, it’s not too early to start planning your outfits for the upcoming season.
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