Bags bags bags. There are so many new styles that it's natural to feel like it's hard to keep up. One day it's itty-bitty shoulder bags, and the next it's ethereal glass mini clutches. However, the latest trend is easy to follow: drawstring bags. We're talking about a plethora of styles, from bucket bags to crossbody to shoulder bags to totes. The only thing needed: delicate cinched tops.
This drawstring bag trend can easily link to the latest slouchy Chanel 22 totes. Yep, those colorful quilted drawstring leather totes with the chain strap that are flooding Instagram feeds. (If you haven't seen one, you will soon.) It's simple, functional, and adds a little personality to an everyday bag. Plus, the drawstrings prettily protect your daily necessities from falling out. Find yours within the vast collection of drawstring bags ahead.
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Zara Ruffled Satin Effect Bucket Bag, $, available at Zara
Ganni Green Occasion Top Handle Bag, $, available at SSENSE
Mansur Gavriel Lilium Bag, $, available at Mansur Gavriel
Tory Burch Fleming Soft Mini Bucket Bag, $, available at Tory Burch
Six months into the year, you might be tempted to overlook 2022's biggest fashion trends in favor of a 24/7 sweatpants existence. Lucky for you, soft clothes are a piece of the 2022 style puzzle. That said, they’re not the only items on deck.
Nostalgia is the name of the game.
With Y2K fashion peaking higher than ever, the summer and remainder of the year have plenty of fun trends in store. Spotlight-stealing attire with a joyous mood is taking over, from vivid colors and prints to bold silhouettes like bubble dresses, volume tops, cutouts galore, and ultra-low rises on pants and skirts.
Accessories are in on the fun, too. Think: chunky-AF platforms, rainbow-bright bags, and a more-is-more jewelry aesthetic combining beads, pearls, and rhinestone-decked baubles. Oh, and if your 2022 resolution was to adopt a new signature color, you better make it purple — it’s the 2022 hue in all tints, from Pantone’s Very Peri color of the year to saturated violet and lavender shades.
Ahead, a deeper dive into 2022's biggest fashion trends. Naturally, with an edit to shop.
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2022 Fashion Trend: Sweats 2.0
Whether an oversize, fleece-lined jogger is your jam or you’re more the elevated soft-pants type, preferring knitted flares and flowy culottes, leisurely bottoms are a 2022 constant, mostly thanks to the continuation of hybrid work setups.
From oversize shirting to ballooned silhouettes and a continuation of the puff sleeve trend, dresses and tops will retain their volume through the end of the year. If anything, the latter will spice up all the soft pants you’ll probably still be rocking on the bottom.
From sky-high heels to flatforms, loafers, ankle-strap heels, boots, and even clogs, this year's most popular shoe silhouette is amped up for a throwback-inspired lift. So, go ahead and give your micro-heels a break — 2022 is all about chunky soles.
Naked Wolfe Jackie Black, $, available at Naked Wolfe
Ganni Suede Creepers T-Strap, $, available at Ganni
Simon Miller Vegan Platform Bubble Clog, $, available at Simon Miller
Brother Vellies Empire Platform Boot, $, available at Brother Vellies
2022 Fashion Trend: Low-Rise Pants
Dipping wayyyy below the belly button, the low-slung pant and micro-mini skirt are back in full force. If you're not the snug ‘n’ stretchy thong-revealing style type, embrace the look via low-slung denim, leather pants, or cargos á la Jennifer Aniston in the ’90s.
Miaou Black Thong Trousers, $, available at SSENSE
Urban Outfitters UO Peachy Low-Rise Mini Skirt, $, available at Urban Outfitters
The Ragged Priest Low-Rise Baggy Jeans, $, available at Free People
Superdown Tamella Mini Skirt, $, available at Revolve
With Jean Tommy Cargo Pant, $, available at With Jean
2022 Fashion Trend: The Color Purple
From Pantone’s calming Very Peri to more saturated tones with a regal air, pieces tinged with purple are everywhere, so lock in your signature hue sooner rather than later.
Levi's 501® Original High Rise Women's Shorts, $, available at Levi's
byFAR Purple Croc Rachel Mini Bag, $, available at SSENSE
Hanifa Miya Knit Cardigan Dress, $, available at Hanifa
ALOHAS South Bicolor Lilac Boot, $, available at alohas
Aritzia Lula Long-Sleeve Shirt, $, available at Aritzia
2022 Fashion Trend: Regencycore, Continued
Corsets, pearls, lady cardigans, and prim florals show no signs of a slow-down. Embrace this form of head-to-toe elegance for polished occasions like work or a party. Or, flirt with the trend with a single frilled piece combined with leggings and sneakers.
Eloquii Puff Sleeve Cropped Jacquard Top, $, available at Eloquii
Reformation Twilight Dress, $, available at Reformation
LoveShackFancy Daughter Tweed Cropped Cardigan, $, available at Moda Operandi
Maje Cotton Shirt with Small Flower Print, $, available at Maje
2022 Fashion Trend: Cutouts
No shame in the cutout game. Skin is still in, and cleverly-placed cutouts on dresses, tops, even the occasional low-rise bottom will stick around as part of the Aughts 2.0 fashion movement.
Oak + Fort Cutout Blazer Dress, $, available at Oak + Fort
Autumn Adeigbo Solid Keiko Blouse, $, available at Autumn Adeigbo
2022 Fashion Trend: Bra Tops
Pshh to real shirts, right? Whether dressing comfy at home or making a bolder statement for a night out, the bra has officially reached “real top” status. Layer yours under a shacket or oversize blazer for balance.
Paloma Wool Consuelo Organic Cotton Blend Bra Top, $, available at Nordstrom
Everlane The Seamless Bra, $, available at Everlane
2022 Fashion Trend: Bright Bags
Orange, pink, yellow, green, and bright blue are just a few ways to get in on the rainbow-bright bag trend. If not a single color to accent an outfit, go for a two-tone design or one swirling in several shades.
Coach Pillow Tabby Shoulder Bag 18, $, available at Coach
Balmain BBuzz 23 Pouch Clutch Bag, $, available at Farfetch
Brandon Blackwood The Syl Bag, $, available at Shopbop
Charles & Keith Panelled Chain Handle Bag In Mustard, $, available at Charles & Keith
2022 Fashion Trend: Mod Print
From A-line mini skirts to near-dizzying motifs — butterflies included — designers nodded to the ’60s on the runways while adding a dash of Y2K nostalgia to the pot. So, embrace your inner print mixer by combining bold with bolder (thin: jacquard knit sweater and swervy skirt to start.
ASOS Swirl Print Scoop Neck Satin Midi Slipdress, $, available at Nordstrom
Collina Strada Turquoise Butterfly Ivy Top, $, available at Collina Strada
