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Sustainable Fashion
Sustainable fashion grew in popularity as consumers sought brands that prioritise sustainability. This trend saw the use of organic and recycled materials, as well as a commitment to ethical production methods.
Fashion sites also pledged to create clothing that is more sustainable and eco-friendlier. The clothing store giant Zara committed to boosting sustainability goals, promising to achieve “100% zero waste production”, “eliminate single-use plastic for costumers,” and use “100% more sustainable cellulose fibres” in its bag packaging in stores by this year. Sustainability is becoming a cornerstone of fashion with a commitment to a greener future, and we can expect to see this trend stick around in the long run.
As the fashion world continues to celebrate diversity and inclusivity, gender-neutral fashion has gained significant traction in recent years. This trend breaks away from traditional gender norms and focuses on creating clothing that any individual can wear, regardless of gender.
Designers and fashion lines defied traditional gender norms and encouraged individuals to express themselves freely. From T-shirts, joggers, jeans, jackets, hats, jewellery, and more, people proudly and boldly rocked whatever they wanted, regardless of social expectations. As society becomes more progressive, this trend will stick around and gain more prominence.
Risque lace and sheer fabric are having a moment in 2023. The ‘barely there’ garments dominated the fashion scene as people rocked feminine mesh and sheer fabric and dresses that bore it all. This fashion trend rapidly increased in popularity and has the potential to stay in the long run, even if the clothes do not meet grandma’s approval.
Oversized jeans, oversized bags, oversized jacket, you name it – has taken over 2023. The beloved days of skinny jeans may be over as loose-fitted clothing becomes more prominent in fashion. Oversized blazers, long T-shirts, and wide-legged denim looks have conquered fashion throughout social media. This trend may increase in popularity as people opt for more comfort without sacrificing their style.
The highly-anticipated Blockbuster film Barbie had everyone hardcore for Barbiecore. 2023 saw bold yet playful, feminine looks that were very, very pink to channel the essence of Barbie.
From the runways to streetwear, Barbiecore was a fun hit fashion trend for the summer. Luxury fashion brands like Valentino paid homage to the iconic doll with their 2022 pink collection. Balmain collaborated with Barbie, creating a limited-time pink collection almost entirely unisex.
Barbiecore encourages a bold and personal touch to personal style, and although the Barbie movie mania has passed, hopefully, embracing your inner Barbie and playing with bold, fun looks is here to stay.
Denim never truly goes out of style. However, 2023 saw a resurgence in denim, making it one of the hottest trends of the year. Bold denim styles like oversized flared jeans, jackets, bags, hats, denim boots, and long, oversized denim jackets were all the rage this year. Denim’s versatility and adaptability make it a perfect fit for gender-neutral clothing. It is a canvas for creativity. Whether you are rocking denim distressed, embroidered, acid-washed, printed, or cropped, denim has become a mainstay in fashion and the ultimate choice for self-expression.
In correlation with denim comes the Y2K aesthetic, which made a massive comeback in 2023. What’s old becomes new again, with fashion enthusiasts taking a blast from the past, rocking low-rise jeans, denim skirts, jackets, and denim-on-denim looks. The early 2000s was a main staple for all things denim, metallic and iridescent. The revival of this trend is all about recreating these nostalgic looks and adding a modern flare.
Less is more when it came to accessories in 2023. From delicate necklaces, small hoops, classic watch, or simple hair accessories, minimal accessories aim to create a timeless and classic look. This trend celebrated muted tones and clean lines while providing simple accessories, still making a bold fashion choice, and always staying in style.
‘Quiet luxury’, ‘old money aesthetic’, ‘silent luxury’, whatever you want to call it, dominated in 2023. In a nutshell, the term ‘quiet luxury’ fashion is a synonym for elevated basics. This trend focuses on investing in high-quality minimalist pieces with a timeless appeal. ‘Quiet Luxury’ focuses on logo-free fashions with exquisite material and muted tones. The ‘quiet luxury’ aesthetic has been seen on runways like Miu Miu and Dior, and the interest has skyrocketed on social media sites like TikTok.
Possibly the most exciting and rewarding fashion trend of 2023 was individualism. People are saying “goodbye” to the rigid fashion rules and uniformity of the past. This year saw people eager to use their clothing choices as a canvas to express their unique personalities, resulting in a vibrant tapestry of style. Leaning heavily into personalised and customised fashion, people experimented with vivid colours, bold patterns and textures, and unconventional silhouettes.
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