By Bhawna
Going into 2022, there was an interesting moment in fashion: there was a continuum from at-home loungewear and full-on party mode. This is a great intersection. It calls for both high-shine and vibrant looks as well as loungewear and athleisure wear that are more comfortable. 2020-21 saw plenty of online meetings but in 2022, we saw more refreshing trends. Fashion trends can be seen on the runways and in fashion magazines. Now, as is obvious, social media is like ruling in what’s cool and recent in fashion. There is more aesthetic clothing too. In a way, the trends of 2022 resemble that of the ‘90s. 2022 also is a year for a little color. This is found in bold bright bags that are symbolic of optimism. There are little skirts and micro jackets too. There are many fun trends that are defining 2022. These trends are gaining the spotlight. Some of these are vivid color trends. There are other trends like bubble dresses, volume tops, and miniskirts. Accessories are getting all the more attention like chunky platforms, bright bags, beads, pearls, and rhinestone jewelry. And purple is the hue that’s becoming popular the most.
So, let’s take a look at the fashion trends that define 2022 so far:
Crochet sets
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These are the favorite among celebrities of 2022. These were in the runways too. These have become the best choice for vacations.
Hoodies
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So, hoodies can be worn under blazers. It looks wonderful with oversized, boxy blazers. These are very cozy. These can be worn with all the twists. You can choose a darker-hued hoodie. It can be a solid hue.
Sweats 2.0
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Sweats that are trending are oversized. A fleece-lined jogger is also getting attention. You can go for the elevated soft-pants type. You can go for knitted flares, and flowy culottes. So, these go well in hybrid work settings.
Voluminous Silhouettes
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Baggy, boxy, ballooned, oversized, or simply voluminous silhouettes are gaining popularity. These are parallel and in line with the puff sleeve trend. So, this year dresses and tops are gaining volume and this is becoming a trend.
Platform Shoes
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Heels, loafers, flatforms, clogs, ankle-strap heels, and boots are shining and so are platform shoes. These look great at the work setup. You can give your mini heels a break and embrace platform shoes- as these are all the more trendy.
The Hue Purple
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Purple is all-over. It is just getting all the more limelight. From the calming Very Peri to more saturated tones, purple attire, outfits, and accessories are just all over. So, it is a defining trend of 2022. So, switch to purple very soon.
Cutouts
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Cutouts are a style that would never fade. Cutouts on tops and dresses look good. It is a bold trend. It probably is like an old trend.
Catsuits
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The catsuit is one of the year’s unprecedented trends to come up this time. These were seen in the runways too. These were seen repeated times at Saint Laurent’s and Burberry. Catsuits were carried by Hailey Bieber and Lizzo. You can choose a black one.
Chain Belts
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If you are taking up a ‘90s/early aughts vibe all over, then you cannot go wrong. You can go for a chain belt around a knit dress. Chanel is on top of this.
High Neck Dresses
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This means a turtleneck. It actually contains multitudes. It is sleek. It can be dressed in heels or flats. It is great for all the accessories that you wear. It looks nice with chain belts and bangle bracelets.
Micro Blazers
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This year in 2022, micro jackets or very small blazers are becoming very popular. These were seen at Proenza Schouler, Miu Miu, and Jacquemus. These can be paired with slim pants to miniskirts. It has a wide array of styling options.
Big Jackets
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If you don’t like tiny blazers, as in they are not your style, then you can wear baggy jackets. Big, boxy jackets are becoming very popular. These look the best in black. They look good in tan and white also. You can wear it with jeans, skirts, knit dresses, pants, or co-ords. This means that they can be paired with anything.
Shiny attire
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You can be all-over shiny by wearing shiny attire. Be full of light. Celine, Carolina Herrera, and Coperni are all coming up with shiny things. These look good with maxi dresses or mini dresses. Shiny and vibrant things are everyone’s delight.
Bright Bags
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Bottega Veneta’s bags got popular a lot in 2021. And now in 2022, these are getting a lot more popular. The colors that are gaining popularity are green and red. These are bolder and brighter versions. So, one can conclude that one’s handbag doesn’t need to be of color black or brown. There can be more colors too. Orange, pink, purple, and green are the brightest colors in the trend. You can even mix shades.
Oversized Shirts
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This is a new silhouette that’s becoming all the more popular. It has like emerged. It is carefree. It is a flowing oversized button-down shirt. And this can be paired with oversized trousers. These were seen at Fendi.
Shoes at Work
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All the trends that are trending in 2022, like oversized silhouettes look great with shoes with a little heft. Shoes of a such kind give a classic shape and look great with a mini skirt. You can easily wear them at work.
Mod Print
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A-line miniskirts with motifs and prints were seen on the runways in 2022. Prints were a great trend in the past too. And so is the case with 2022. They also add a bit of Y2K nostalgia. You can wear a knit sweater and skirt, to begin with.
Conclusion
So, these were the trends that are defining 2022 so far. As can be observed from these trends, boxy or baggy, or oversized silhouettes are gaining attention. The color purple is becoming popular in terms of outfits or when it comes to accessories. Hoodies are becoming popular. A lot of winter outfits are getting popular. And brightness in terms of colors and outfits is also there.
