It can be argued that warmer weather makes it easier to get dressed. No more fussing with jackets and bulky layers; oftentimes, the perfect summer outfit consists of shorts and a T-shirt or a breezy slip dress. However, if the goal is to take this year’s rotation up a notch, there are plenty of statement summer 2023 fashion trends worth adding to your closet.
Summer is also all about ease, so in that same spirit, we aimed to make this quest to spice up your wardrobe stress-free. Not only have we rounded up eight summer fashion trends from our favorite collections, but we’ve also found a handful of great shoppable pieces, at a variety of different price points, to help you nail the look.
So, whether your goal is to enhance what you already own with a few key items, or you think it might be time for a full, fashion-forward overhaul, allow this list of summer 2023 fashion trends to act as your ultimate guide, to kick off the season in style.
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Summer Trend 2023: Bermuda Shorts
There’s always room in our drawers for cutoffs and hotpants, but if you’re looking for some real versatility this season, Bermuda shorts are your best bet. If you need proof, both Chanel and Tom Ford included the versatile knee-length design in their spring/summer collections. Style the breezy bottom with a button-down for days at the office, then swap the shirt out for a bikini top on your days off.Photo (left to right): Courtesy of Tom Ford, Chanel, Givenchy
Banana Republic Palma Linen Bermuda Short, $, available at Banana Republic
J.Crew Bermuda Stretch Chino Short, $, available at J.Crew— PAID CONTENT —
Ultra-baggy jeans aren’t the only ‘90s denim trend to make a comeback — enter the denim Bermuda short. This pair boasts a loose, slouchy fit and a mid-rise waist, while patchwork details ensure they’re anything but your average denim cutoffs.
Levi's 501® 90s Women’s Shorts, $, available at Levi's
COS Tailored Linen-Blend Bermuda Shorts, $, available at COS
COS Elasticated Linen-Blend Bermuda Shorts, $, available at COS
Summer Trend 2023: Mini Fit-and-Flare Dresses
Considering styles from the ‘90s and Y2K have already made their comebacks, it’s only fair that the 2010s are next — which means it’s time to make room in your closet for a fit-and-flare dress. Summer 2023’s version is super short, just like the mini collared option that popped up at Loewe, making it the perfect pick for 80-degree weather and up.Photo (left to right): Courtesy of Ludovic de Saint Sernin, Loewe, Giambattista Valli
Loewe Striped Crepe Mini Dress, $, available at Net-A-Porter
Lulus Darling Delight Fuchsia Skater Dress, $, available at Lulus
If we had to pick a favorite summer shoe, it would be a slide sandal for how easy to slip on right as you’re heading out the door. For 2023, the footwear trend has become a bit more elevated — literally. Platform options that were voluminous all the way around were all the rage at Proenza Schouler, Fendi, and more, and proved to pair just as well with bikinis as they do with sparkly dresses.Photo (left to right): Courtesy of Fendi, Monica Feudi/Proenza Schouler, JW Anderson
Simon Miller White Taffy Slides, $, available at SSENSE
Jeffrey Campbell Y2k Puffy Platform Sandals, $, available at Free People
Jeffrey Campbell Txt Me Platform Sandal, $, available at Revolve
Summer Trend 2023: The Little Mermaidcore
Blame it on the excitement around one of summer’s most anticipated films, the live-action version of The Little Mermaid, but mermaidcore is everywhere this season. It’s up to you how you want to interpret the trend, whether it’s by opting for Dior-inspired fishnet material or rocking a purple and seafoam color scheme, similar to what we spotted at Prabal Gurung.Photo (left to right): Courtesy of Valentino, Dan Lecca/Prabal Gurung, Cynthia Rowley
Urban Renewal Remnants Mesh Cropped Tank Top, $, available at Urban Outfitters
Stine Goya Julius Hobo Bag, $, available at Stine Goya
While brighter, more vibrant colors typically dominate between the months of May and September, brands like Tory Burch and Valentino really embraced all-black everything for summer 2023. The good news is, the very same pieces will still fly once things cool off again.Photo (left to right): Courtesy of Altuzarra, Tory Burch, Dan Lecca/Jason Wu
Tory Burch Pleated-Hem Skirt, $, available at Tory Burch
Pilcro Racerback Tank, $, available at Anthropologie
Victor Glemaud One-Shoulder Knit Midi-Dress, $, available at Saks Fifth Avenue
Summer Trends 2023: Metallic Bags
Even if your summer outfit is fairly simple, you’ll be able to amp things up with some of the season’s hottest accessories, including metallic bags. Throw it back to the days of playing dress-up as a kid with Coach’s golden jelly bag or channel your inner Taylor Swift, since the singer was recently spotted toting a silver, chainmail Paco Rabanne purse.Photo (clockwise from top left): Courtesy of Cecilie Bahnsen, Simkhai, Coach
Coach Jelly Tabby Convertible Clear Bag, $, available at Dillard's
Cult Gaia Hera Nano Rhinestone Shoulder Bag, $, available at Bloomingdale's
Nina Minaudière Top Handle Bag, $, available at Nordstrom
Paco Rabanne 1969 Moon Disc-Link Shoulder Bag, $, available at Bergdorf Goodman
Summer Trends 2023: Fringe
Fringe is a trend that continues to pop up every few seasons, and it’s easy to see why it’s in again for summer 2023. The embellishment can be both subtle or elaborate depending on placement and material, so whether you want to make a major statement or are simply hoping to add a little flair, you’ll find an option that’ll suit your style.Photo (left to right): Courtesy of Bronx And Banco, Puppets and Puppets, Bevza
Zara Ribbed Top with Beading, $, available at Zara
PatBo Metallic Cut-Out Fringe Minidress, $, available at Saks Fifth Avenue
Superdown Elaine Fringe Dress, $, available at Revolve
Summer Trends 2023: Lace
Underwear as outerwear has been trending for a few months, but summer 2023 is perhaps the best time to test it out for yourself (without risking goosebumps). You don’t have to step out of the house in actual undergarments. Instead, opt for pieces with lace panels that give off the same vibe as lingerie.Photo (left to right): Courtesy of Christopher Kane, Dion Lee, David Spector/Collina Strada
Reformation Cristina Top, $, available at Reformation
Danielle Guizio Babydoll Slip Dress, $, available at Danielle Guizio
ASOS DESIGN Satin Lace Trim Mini Skirt, $, available at ASOS
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If your outfits aren’t making you smile, it might be time to update your accessories collection. At least that’s what Shopbop fashion director Caroline Maguire believes, based on what customers are adding to their carts right now. The sartorial vibe for 2023’s jewelry trends, it seems, is happy, and nothing guarantees a good time like a bit of sparkle.
“Overall, we’re seeing a need for fun and functional styles that can be worn daily,” Maguire says. The right piece of jewelry in particular, she adds, can be just the thing to put the fun in functional. Think: a rule-breaking pair of earrings or a mood-boosting pop of color to decorate an otherwise-simple ensemble.
If bright hues and bold statement pieces aren’t quite right for your personal style, don’t fret. There is no one-size-fits-all answer in the jewelry department, and that has never been truer than for this season’s other top trend: barely there baubles that make a case for a less-is-more mentality.
Below, we’ve rounded up eight trending jewelry styles for the minimalist, the maximalists, and everyone in between.
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Jewelry Trend 2023: Not Your Grandma’s Pearls
Pearls aren’t going anywhere (thank you, Harry Styles). But with the turn of each season comes a slew of interesting new ways to wear them, so we’re predicting even bolder, even better takes on the trend are in store for us all. We’re talking unusual shapes, architectural embellishments, and materials that are anything but traditional — the kind of pearls that’ll have granny clutching hers.
Jewelry Trend 2023: Barely There Baubles
Considering the hashtag #nonecklacetrend has over 5.6 million views on TikTok, some would argue that the biggest jewelry trend right now is, well, no jewelry at all. However, if stepping out without even the slightest something feels to you like leaving the house naked, consider a barely there alternative instead. From chains so thin they’re almost translucent to “sweet nothing rings,” these styles are a minimalist’s dream.
Jewelry Trend 2023: Kid-Friendly
According to Maguire, finding an accessory that can add a pop of color and happiness to your look is key for the seasons ahead. “Shoppers are loving bright and festive charmed jewelry right now!” she says, pointing to brands like Vanessa Arizaga and Lauren Rubinksi as coveted examples. You could even borrow from the little ones in your life. Sharing is caring, after all.
Jewelry Trend 2023: Mixed Media
For an aesthetic that’s fit for maximalists and the indecisive alike, look no further than the mixed-media trend. Instead of choosing between pearls and silver, resin and rose gold, or whatever other materials set your sartorial heart aflutter, opt for a piece that combines them all at once. Break the rules. Mix those metals. The limit does not exist.
Since silver metallics and aluminum-like materials are all the rage thanks to their party-ready shine and futuristic feel, the trend has found its way into jewelry boxes, too. A statement silver piece adds an undoubtedly stylish touch to your ensemble and is the next best thing to wearingactualfoil.
Jewelry Trend 2023: Cuffs
In quintessential Y2K style, cuffs are back. A ubiquitous staple from decades past, this chunky accessory is the sweetest kind of arm candy no matter where on your appendage you choose to wear it (hint: upper arm cuffs are also cool).
Jewelry Trend 2023: Tennis Necklaces
Classic jewelry trends don’t ever go out of fashion, but each season one style among them tends to shine a bit brighter than the rest. Right now, it’s the tennis necklace that’s stealing the spotlight, and when real diamonds are out of the question (and by question we mean budget), lab-grown pieces from brands like Dorsey are an increasingly popular choice. Plus, there are always Cubic Zirconia styles to get the look without breaking the bank.
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If your warm-weather wardrobe calls for a seasonally appropriate update, the best place to start is from the bottom. Solid style choices begin with a fashionable foundation, so what better way to step into a series of fresh ensembles this year than in one of the biggest shoe trends of 2023?
Maybe you’re contemplating a pair of sneakers to kick things off but have no idea if something dad-approved, chunky, or classic white is the way to go. Perhaps you’re in need of a trusty boot but are unsure if it should land above, below, or right around the knee. Toiling over whether or not giant platform heels are really worth the inevitable tumble?
Ahead, we’ve got answers to all these questions and more. And while the best fashion trends will always be whichever ones are worthy of your very own style moodboard, let this be an accessory guide for what the sartorial savants are adopting this year, should you wish to follow in their footsteps.
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Shoe Trend 2023: Mary-Janes
The appeal of preppy attire has yet to fade, but when it comes to the aesthetic’s favored shoe style, don’t settle for a plain old Mary Jane. The latest twist on this trend takes the classic silhouette up a notch, sometimes even literally with chunky soles and sky-high heels. Think: luxe fabrics, bold patterns, multiple straps, and pearly embellishments.
Shoe Trend 2023: Knee-High Boots
In the same way skirt hems are (somewhat) believed to rise and fall with stock prices, certain boot lengths are favored over others depending on the mood of each season. Not as low as a bootie but not as tall as its over-the-knee counterpart, the knee-high boot is the perfect in-between option no matter what color, fabric, or heel you pair it with.
Shoe Trend 2023: Magenta
Pantone revealed Viva Magenta to be the official color of 2023, meaning a magical melange of crimson red, hot pink, fuchsia, raspberry, and maroon will be making its way into our closets in the form of one bright, bold hue. There’s no wrong way to wear this mood-enhancing hue, which can give everything from sneakers and flats to heels an extra punch.
Shoe Trend 2023: Fancy Flats
As much as platform soles are having a moment right now, so, too, are flats, from ballerina styles to the pointy-toed tips that were peak Y2K. But don’t confuse these flats for commuter shoes, because what they lack in height they make up for in sparkle. These are fancy flats fit for dance floors and fabulous fêtes.
Shoe Trend 2023:Moto Boot
Biker fashion is officially in thanks to motorcycle-inspired everything on the spring/summer 2023 runways. There were buckles and gloves and leather galore, with protective pants and moto jackets cementing the aesthetic as a style staple. You don’t need to be racing to appreciate what the trend can add to your fall wardrobe, and dipping your toe in with a chunky boot is a good place to start.
Shoe Trend 2023: Bow Ties
As much as we love chic suiting, this dazzling trend has nothing to do with tuxedos. Instead, think of your feet as gifts to be wrapped, your toes as tiny presents you can tie right up in a bow. That’s the signature look of up-and-coming brands like Mach & Mach, founded in 2017 by a pair of Tbilisi-based sisters who are on their way to having their biggest year yet.
Shoe Trend 2023: Hybrid Sneakers
What happens when you cross the always-cool sneaker silhouette with a practical hiking shoe? Believe it or not, you get an ultra-trendy hybrid model that can take you from outdoor excursions to indoor reservations — no footwear change required.
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