With the Pre-Fall 22 shows coming to a close, Livetrend was able to track the dominating must-haves and pinpoint some crucial trends that were pulsating across the new collections. This season strengthened the two lifestyle directions, which already surfaced throughout the last season and defined the post-pandemic momentum. There is a tangible polarization: on one hand, consumers’ need for comfort within their returning social activities is eradicating distinct occasions of use, leaning on “multi-occasion” products, and on the other hand, consumers’ eagerness to dress up for special events continues to remain as well. As some consumers are longing for a sense of luxury again, some brands keep investing in a renewed party wardrobe: sparkling fabrics and slim silhouettes, which bring us back to the golden days and preppy styles add into the celebration of a whole new roaring 20s.
Pre-Fall 22: Must-Haves
Of lazy days and glorious nights
“These are urban clothes for intelligent women of today, […] “but there are frivolous elements.” – Lazaro Hernandez, Proenza Schouler’s designer
With this statement, Hernanzed perfectly described a new way of empowering women without just stealing from the men’s wardrobe. A sophisticated “frivolous” twist is necessary and adds the desired dressy hue. Business casual is one of the key design trends identified during the past shows: maxi, flare, cozy and versatile items with a luxury edge. This aesthetic is showing new exciting possibilities, such as formal dress combined with sporty leggings. Next to that,excessive layers and quirk details are shaping the Cabincore story. An intense hiding-away desire and the appeal of an outdoor and “forest” escape is bringing the cottagecore theme to a different level. now, more genderless, military details. The last trend story, in opposition, is centered on a riot sentiment, cultivated and expressed in items that feel more versatile and durable. In times where it became more and more important to be heard, a set of subcultural aesthetics has popped-up across the runways. This old-but-new aesthetic combines chic feminine details with a subcultural grunge atmosphere. The emphasis is on leather and strap details and adds to a fierce and rebellious woman.
Take a look at the season’s must-haves:
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Wide Leg
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Bodycon Silhouettes
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Cut-Out Mania
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Athluxe Designs
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Multi-Occasion Dress
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Vest
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Fashion Week Top Trends
As seen above, the Pre-Fall shows of 2022 have developed some of the emerging trends of the previous season. From dresses on pants, extra wide pants and knit dresses as well as skirt sets, the business casual attire of previous shows has taken over this seasons’s presentations. Novelties re found within athlete designs, extra long leggings with slight flares, halter necks and wrapped top layers like ponchos.
While the season manifests a strong appeal for comfort, body con and preppy designs are making their statements as well. From party-ready looks to upper east side glam, the desire to dress up is staying present. Take a look at our color and fabric analysis for more updates of the shows.
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17 January 2022