Summer is right around the corner and for many that means trading in their winter wardrobe for a brighter, bolder and dare we say better one! Fortunately, the Spring Summer 2024 trends have rolled in just in time and already people have picked favourites. Leading the pack seems to be trends with old-school vibes with a fresh twist, statement-making colours, and a whole lot of personality.

We’re talking micro-shorts, flowy draping, a confusing comeback of peplum silhouettes and fringe, all original and fresh like a tall glass of fizzy lemonade. Celebrating individuality, creativity, and the art of self-expression through fashion, yet keeping them wearable in a way that the pieces will stay in our wardrobe beyond seasons and years, here are some of the trends you can invest in this season.

Spring Summer 2024 Trends: Utilitarian Brief

Fashion presentations have always been mindful of the times they’re presented in. This is why we saw more focus on practical and understated garbs that can match the ongoing political and economic crises of the world.

Minimalism gets a makeover with elevated basics like high-waist jeans and long-sleeve T-shirts that are anything but boring. From Stella McCartney’s elevated essentials to Prada’s sculptural volumes, save your monthly tailoring budget for sturdy pieces that you can wear all day, all week or all year!

Spring Summer 2024 Trends: Micro-everything

Prepare to spend your summer in micro-miniskirts and booty shorts that’ll force you to buy new pantyhose to replace the ones with runs in them. Versace merged its micro shorts vision with ‘Girlcore’; think bows, ruffles, and lace—to let you embrace your feminine side.

And while Brunello Cucinelli’s more structural sets have the celebrities in a chokehold (Kristen Stewart is practically living in them), some designers have paired their micro bottoms with the athletic preppy pieces, full with polo shirts and track jackets.

Spring Summer 2024 Trends: Revivals Are Ongoing

Fashion has been on a nostalgia binge lately. From Y2K trends like butterfly tops and flared bottoms making a comeback to a yearning for the ’90s era, particularly its grunge-to-glam aesthetic, is quite present in the works of the biggest designers. So pick a decade that you’re fascinated by and run with it.

You can channel your inner material girl with oversized shades, tweed blazers, and cap-toe slingbacks for a look that’s straight out of the ’80s. Or take a cue from Molly Goddard’s vintage-inspired collection includes ’30s and ’50s elements, featuring sheath dresses, crinolines, and satin-trimmed cardigans.

Spring Summer 2024 Trends: Doing Quite Luxury Right

The term ‘quiet luxury’ has been associated with a fashion movement that most might find anything but inclusive. Yet if you look at Saint Laurent’s SS24 aesthetic that emphasises sophistication without ostentation, you start to believe in it. And it seems like the trend is here to stay.

How can you do it right? Pair classic, timeless silhouettes that transcend trends with high-quality materials like fine wool, cashmere, silk, and leather. Minimal or discreet branding is the cool code of conduct and effortlessly chic styling that appears polished and put-together without appearing overly contrived or fussy is how you can make the trend your own

This Or That, There’s No In-between

The colour trends have highly been divisive this year. Many appreciated the rich burgundies and navy blues, seen at Burberry among others, the moody allure of the hues bringing in the drama. On the other end of the spectrum, a beautiful light blue from the likes of Alberta Ferretti and Proenza Schouler was seen head to toe, from cardigans to loafers.

We also saw orange dominating the SS24 season, appearing in various textures and proportions. With purple tagging close behind, adding hints or subtleties to outfits across different designers’ collections.

Spring Summer 2024 Trends: Limited OTT

While minimalism still reigned the charts for the SS24 trends, a little bit of maximalism managed to peek through. High-visibility stripes that add a pop of colour and pattern to your ensemble will be trendy.

Other prints that are in vogue are animal prints like leopard tiger, giraffe, or peacock prints for a wild ride. Geometric prints replace florals, with Fendi’s block geometry logo and Louis Vuitton’s 3D designs. The OTT touch doesn’t end there because sequins, rhinestones, and metallic and reflective fabrics have made an appearance too!

Spring Summer 2024 Trends: Modesty Is Overrated

A major SS24 trend that has rolled over to AW24 as well was the see-through trend with layering tops, dresses, and skirts that left modesty at the door. Carolina Herrera and Micheal Kors seem to be fully on board with it and make a case for including them in your daily wear rather than styling on occasion.

The risqué factor also spills over to statement cut-out details that accentuate the shoulders, collarbones and your “love handles”, emphasising subtlety and delicacy. Some of the more artsy designers gave their stamp of approval to crochet and lace to add a coquettish flair to the trend.

Spring Summer 2024 Trends: Fringe Benefits

The twirl-ready fringe is back in the spotlight, adding a touch of drama to everything from shorts to skirts. Exceelectly secured and knotted to undone and flared, the boho revival of fringe is a welcome sight when the temperatures soar and you want to let your skin breathe.

Legacy fashion houses like Gucci and Armani are doing their own versions of fringe, with Bottega Veneta matching their fringed bags to become the newest ‘IT’ Bottega bag of the season.

Spring Summer 2024 Trends: Life In Monochrome

The timeless appeal and tendency to transcend seasonal trends of monochrome seems to have landed the trend in summer 2024 as well.

Flattering all body types and elongating the silhouette for a sleek and streamlined look, this styling brief is in line with the practical nature of SS24 trends. Plus, the opportunity to play with varying textures and pieces from your wardrobe to mix and match is just plain fun!

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