The Spring Summer 2022 fashion circuit is an interesting mingling of exposed skin, Y2K trends and embellishments. The juxtaposition of the joy of dressing up with the utilitarian nature of pieces, makes this seasons wardrobe highly functional. From groovy and retro-inspired elements to updated twists on classic garments, we've rounded up the key trends for the season.
New Bohemian
Left to right: Loewe, Altuzarra, Gabriela Hearst, Givenchy, Duro Olowu, Isabel Marant
A bygone era of relaxed silhouettes and a throwback to hippie fashion comes back alive this spring. Swirling psychedelic prints to vibrant and sunset-hued knits dominate the runways in interesting shapes, proportions, and weaving techniques that refresh these looks for here and now.
Ab Fab
Left to right: Coperni, Maryam Nassir Zadeh, Moschino, Giambattista Valli, Miu Miu, Tom Ford, KNWLS, Marni
Hands down fashion’s new erogenous zone is the torso. And never has this been more evident than on the SS22 runways, where low slung pants and crop tops ruled.
Fringe Benefits
Left to right: Fendi, Ferragamo, Proenza Schouler, Dries Van Noten, Dior, Rodarte, Chloe
A quieter trend was making itself known amongst established houses and newcomers alike in the SS22 shows. That trend, was fringe. nothing hits the dance floor in quite the same way as some fringe - ahem, Roaring ’20s.
Bridal Vibes
Left to right: Louis Vuitton, Altuzarra, Saint Laurent, Alexander McQueen, Erdem, Khaite, Simone Rocha
Perhaps as a palate cleanser to all of the loud and bold styles happening elsewhere for the season, we have seen a veritable banquet of delicious white dresses coming in strong. Even if saying "I do" isn’t on your 2022 agenda, that doesn’t mean there won’t be reason to show up and show off in all white.
Y2K For Today
Left to right: Prada, Stella McCartney, Blumarine, Versace, Victoria Beckham, Fendi
There's no escaping Y2K in 2022. The noughties have been plundered for all their worth, and the outcomes show a sliding scale of dedication to the past. Some looks are just a subtle hit of reminiscence; others are a full-blown homage. So you can channel Britney, Mariah, Xtina, et al., in an excess of denim or butterfly tops with low-slung trousers, or you can opt in for more minimalist, muted pieces that are simply echoing the silhouettes of the time like bootcuts, skimpy shirts and crop tops.
Big Blazer Energy
Left to right: Stella McCartney, Philip Lim, Balenciaga, Chanel, Raf Simons, Saint Laurent, Sportmax
Leave yourself room to be, room to grow, room to layer, room to ruminate in blazers that find their power in pure volume. The oversized blazer is now a statement piece in its own right or can be worn as a dress.
Power Puffball
Left to right: Carolina Herrera, Lutz Huelle, Comme Des Garçons, Simone Rocha, Celine, Loewe
The extreme puffball outline has been pinched from the 1980s and totally modernised for the season ahead. the last time we were interested was thanks to Carrie Bradshaw's floral vintage dress from the first movie. Loewe's voluminous hems looked fresh on denim skirts, Simone Rocha's bouncy tulle dresses were somehow transformed into daywear by nana-ish cardigans.
Sporty Spice
Left to right: Brunello Cucinelli, Christian Dior, Courreges, Stella McCartney, Loewe, Bottega Venetta
Sporty pieces are still dominating and made a solid statement on the runways. Sure, we've all had a heavy dose of sweatpants and leisurewear at this point, but the sporty fashion in the S/S 22 collections feels more trend-forward.
Maximum Effort
Left to right: Gucci, Givenchy, Dior, Alaïa, Fendi, Nanushka
Midi skirts have reigned supreme for some time now—at least the past decade—but during the summer of 2021, we started to notice an uptick in people on our Instagram and TikTok feeds moving back into maxis. The trend looks set to continue strongly in 2022.
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