[Fashion Tips] "Spring Has Come"... What Are This Year's Trending Fashions?

Y2K Popularity Continues... Denim, Cargo, and More in Spotlight
Gopcore Look and Other Keywords Breaking Daily Boundaries
Various Colors Popular... Slim and Oversized Fits Still Strong

The season of fashion, spring, has arrived, bringing the time to shed thick coats. This is the first spring since the outdoor mask mandate was lifted. Spring is a great season for dressing up, but when opening the wardrobe, many find themselves pondering how to match the clothes worn in the previous season.

Last year, Y2K fashion, driven by the retro craze, swept through the fashion industry. This year, while maintaining this major trend, items that reinterpret it are expected to dominate. In particular, the 2023 Spring/Summer (SS) collections from various brands prominently feature items made from denim and cargo materials, which were popular in the past.

In Korea, styles that blur the boundaries of everyday life are expected to gain attention. Especially with the endemic phase as a turning point, casual office looks that are comfortable for daily wear and suitable for work are in the spotlight. For men, tailoring with a light feel is expected to replace formal looks. Overall, relaxed silhouettes and comfortable, wrinkle-resistant fabrics are anticipated to be widely used. In this SS season’s men’s collections, ‘genderless’ styling, which can be worn regardless of gender, emerged as a key keyword. For women, utility looks that blend Y2K fashion with outdoor fashion trends are expected to remain popular this year, following last year. Items that reinterpret cargo pants, which were popular in the 2000s, with various materials, colors, and silhouettes are drawing attention.

Sports brands specializing in outdoor, golf, tennis, and more are also expected to continue the trend of ‘gopcore looks’ that suit both exercise and everyday life. In the past, the gopcore trend was popular mainly among enthusiasts, but recently, as more people engage in hobbies enjoyed in diverse outdoor environments, it is becoming increasingly mainstream. It is influencing the latest fashion trends such as athleisure, tech wear, Amekaji look, and city boy look, establishing itself as a dominant style.

In terms of color, neutral and pastel tones suitable for spring remain mainstream, but pieces that directly bring in the beautiful colors and patterns of nature?such as the sky, earth, and sunset?are also noticeable. Additionally, fashion using brighter and more diverse colors than last season is expected to stand out. Compared to the past when specific color groups dominated, all colors are anticipated to gain popularity simultaneously.

While boxy silhouettes were dominant last year, this year, influenced by Y2K fashion, slim fits are newly emerging. At the same time, the trend of seeking comfort after the endemic continues, so relaxed and comfortable fits reminiscent of loungewear are expected to be widely used. For tops, the popularity of naturally falling oversized shoulder fits and drop shoulder fits is expected to continue.

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