2023 Fashion Trends You Probably Already Have in Your Wardrobe

Maxi Dresses

Maxi hemlines were big on the runways for SS23 and most of us probably already own a few options. You may or may not have maxi cardigans or maxi coats, but more than likely you do at least have a long sundress that will work for this trend. A midi dress will work too, especially for more petite women.

When cottagecore was big, I'd have recommended styling with a straw hat and bag, but for a more contemporary, minimalist aesthetic, pair with chunky boots or trainers.

I remember when I started blogging in March 2020, underwear-as-outerwear was a trend! (I'm not sure for who, as we were all stuck indoors.) Lingerie-inspired clothing is back again for 2023, with corsetry a frontrunner. However, if you want to dip your toe in the trend without buying anything new, look for something in your wardrobe with sheer sleeves to nod to the trend without going full-on Ann Summers model.

You can even wear this trend to the office, with a sheer blouse over a strappy top.

Asymmetric Hemlines

If you've got a skirt or dress with a slit at the thigh, bingo. You're bang on trend for 2023. Absolutely EVERYTHING from the early 00s is back, including grunge, low-rise jeans, peplum tops and the asymmetric hemlines my mum was VERY vocal about hating.

Personally I love this trend, because I love a classic piece such as a little black dress with a little bit of added interest. Asymmetric hems do just that.

Denim, Denim, Denim

It never goes out of fashion but denim is especially big this year. I'm not even a jeans girl and of course I have a pair of jeans in my wardrobe. They're definitely an item I reach for out of practicality rather than style, but the runways for SS23 have inspired me to add more denim to my wardrobe - in particular, a denim maxi skirt, ticking off two timeless trends that I will be able to bring out year after year.

That is key - if you are going to buy into any trends this year, make sure they are items that will always be in fashion. There's a reason I've not said much about peplum hems in this blog post!