In 2023, numerous celebrities embraced a no-pants trend, but it’s essential to remember that practical dressing remained a major focus on the runways. The autumn/winter 2023 trend report highlighted wardrobe staples like the black coat, white shirt, and corporate tailoring. Vogue’s contributing editor Ellie Pithers emphasized the “real talk” trend, showcasing wearable looks from designers like Matthieu Blazy, Gucci, and Miu Miu.
Spring/summer 2024 continued the theme of “realness” with high-rise trousers, sporty polo tops, white dresses, and minimalist basics taking center stage. Ellie pointed out that many already own these key elements and suggested using clever styling, such as a splash of red or a crisp white shirt, for easy updates.
Looking back at standout shows from the year, Vogue offers styling tips for 2024:
- All the basics at once:
- Gucci autumn/winter 2023 showcased a cotton gabardine trench coat and cloud low loose jeans.
- The “wrong coat” theory:
- Prada spring/summer 2024 featured the Totême country waxed cotton jacket paired with a Re-Nylon pleated skirt.
- The everyday clutch:
- Ferragamo autumn/winter 2023 highlighted the Ferragamo Hug Pouch and Loewe Flamenco Clutch in Nappa Leather.
- Haute hoodie styling:
- Miu Miu autumn/winter 2023 presented an embroidered cotton hoodie and Everlane ultra-fine merino wool cardigan.
- Slouchy jumper & statement skirt:
- 16Arlington spring/summer 2024 combined & Daughter’s Aran cable-knit wool sweater with 16Arlington’s Wile sequined stretch-tulle midi-skirt.
- Bold heels & tailoring:
- Bottega Veneta spring/summer 2024 showcased a sculpted crepe suit jacket, high-rise stirrup trousers, and Rocket Mules.
- Tank top & a skirt suit:
- Saint Laurent autumn/winter 2023 featured a double-breasted pinstripe wool jacket, pinstripe-wool pencil skirt, and AGOLDE ribbed stretch organic cotton and Tencel-blend jersey tank top.
- V-neck jumper & plaid shirt:
- Loewe spring/summer 2024 included an asymmetric cashmere sweater and RE/DONE plaid shirt.
- The throw-over-anything black coat:
- Khaite autumn/winter 2023 presented the FILIPPA K slim wool coat paired with Totême slim knee-high boots.
