Like the years before it, there is no doubt that 2023 will introduce some dominant fashion items and aesthetics. : see Matilda Jelf’s voluminous hair and voluminous blazer). , before the controversy). All of these trends start somewhere and are often more predictable than we realize.
After a year dominated by microtrends more than any other fashion era, some of the most notable niches such as balletcore and gopecore have already hit the runways and are poised to go macro in 2023. I am tidying up. To get a firm grasp on what’s to come, we asked industry experts what pieces they predict will take off and how they think we’ll dress in the next 12 months. Whether you’re into edgy styles in ripped denim or prefer ballet-style cutout dresses, there’s something for every aesthetic.
ballet core style dressing
Ballet-inspired fashion isn’t exactly new, but there’s no question that in 2022, ballet is more mainstream than ever.
Molly Goddard and Simone Rocha’s collections are full of ruffles and puffy tulle, inspiring a year’s worth of red carpet fashion. Florence Pugh accepted this more than anyone else. Going for designs like Rodarte and Valentino, the actor took the typical minimalist aesthetic to a whole new level, playing with wavy tutu-like skirts and voluminous tulle sleeves.General Manager, ShopStyle This level of “airy dressing” can be expected to transition into a more wearable trend in 2023, said Alison Stiefel, vice president of fashion.
Nenski Dojaka Spring/Summer 2023. Photo: Imaxtree
will search for ” [lace, tulle and sheers] “We’re still on the slope to 2023,” she says.
Brands like Nenski Dojaka have provided some of the most compelling arguments for incorporating the more feminine side of style into your everyday wardrobe, not just for red carpet moments.
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Utility above all


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Circa-2000 styles like cargo pants and gopcore-style sneakers are doing just fine and are entering the new year maintaining their industry-wide lead.
In 2022, multi-functional fashion will be more popular than ultra-trendy one-off items, suggesting that longevity and practicality take precedence. Trend forecasting group WGSN believes this will continue to resonate. “Survivalist, protective design, and performance attributes” are the new luxury, according to a report shared with Fashionista. People are looking for clothes that not only look beautiful, but also help them in their daily lives.
Ricki De Sole, female designer fashion and editorial director at Nordstrom, embraces the idea of what she defines as “the new uniform.” This is “a combination of utilitarian functionality and relaxed tailoring in a refined basic uniform with subtle details from the year 2000.” This ‘utilitarian functionality’ idea. also leads to the imminent revival of big bags. Many people opt for more storage in their wallets rather than cute microbags that force them to choose between their wallet and their phone.
denim reimagined
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Denim was a big trend on the Spring 2023 runway, but these weren’t your average blue jeans. JW Anderson showcased denim collared tops, while brands like Diesel and Masha Popova unveiled refreshing take on the popular fabric construction. Stiefel believes that “denim with a reimagined headstock design” plays a key role in the trend cycle.[Brands] They do a great job of recycling old denim and turning it into fresh, creative styles. ”
A fresh take on the denim jacket is proving to be a place where people can put a creative twist on a classic favorite. This trend is no accident. The utility factor pushes the work further.
Jodi Kahn, vice president of luxury fashion at Neiman Marcus, said:
From denim corsets and repurposed waistbands to manipulative ruffles, it seems like there are a lot of new ways to enjoy denim (another return to Y2K-era fashion).
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