And again the dresses. Because nothing adorns a woman like a fashionable dress that not only creates beauty, confidence and comfort, but also emphasizes individual style. The circumstances of today have deprived many of us of our former landmarks. It is difficult to figure out what are the values in reality now, and what awaits you in the future. But it is always important to know your own values, and the guidelines will not be lost.
The modern fashion industry today is in a difficult situation. Designers see their models through different prisms of past eras. Some offer a grunge style from the 90s, others from the 70s, and many simply assemble dresses from separate pieces of fabric, probably left over from previous seasons, sew them unevenly, without processing the edges. Some designers generally go far into the past, adding elements to the models that are unlikely to create comfort for modern women, except perhaps outrageous, but some of us will probably like this too.
Photo above - Y Project, Simone Rocha Photo below - Snow Xue Gao, Ulla Johnson
And yet, in which direction to go so that, putting on a new dress, you feel like a stylish and fashionably dressed woman? mystyle.decorexpro.com/en/ will try to help you understand new dress trends spring-summer season 2024 year.
Taking inspiration from the historical past - silhouettes and individual details of cut and decor, designers suggest that we focus on vintage. Bulky skirts and sleeves, corsets and an abundance of lace, embroidery and knitted jersey - all this is a repetition of the past, but with a new look and modern materials.
2 photos by Zimmermann and Uriel Saenz Patou, Alberta Ferretti, Nicole-Miller
And now we will list specifically those models that were proposed by designers in the spring-summer collections.
Styles and silhouettes of fashionable dresses spring-summer 2024
The free silhouette, so popular in recent seasons, is not going to leave the catwalk and wardrobes of fashionistas in 2024. But girls who prefer a romantic style that emphasizes the beauty of a female figure can be sure that designers have not forgotten about the timeless classics. Fitted silhouettes, straight cut, A-line were often seen on the catwalk, and some designers such as Andrew Gn, Marchesa Notte, Naeem Khan, Pamella Roland and many others create their models with the same timeless attractive proportions.
2 photos by Andrew Gn and Apiece Apart Edeline Lee, Marchesa Notte
Shirt Dresses
Yes, these models are still in the lead. And in the new season, they are extremely diverse. Among them there are both short and long dresses, the fastener can go through the whole product or just above / below the waist. Shirt dresses can be loose or slightly fitted, the color palette is not limited to white, there are other shades. Sleeves are usually loose (short and long).
Many dresses that you have to think about are a dress or a shirt, that is, they are very short and completely loose, in other words, they look like you borrowed a shirt from your friend or older brother. In addition to cotton fabrics, others are also used, up to transparent textures. This shirt can be worn as a second layer. The decor of these dresses is quite minimalistic, patch pockets and small draperies are possible.
Boss and 2 photos of Apiece-Apart
Fendi, Eudon Choi, Jason Wu
Nehera, Ports 1961, Valentino
Slip dresses
Another model that designers fell in love with, although the same can be said about fashionistas. Putting on a slip dress, there is a fear of not looking attractive, but vulgar. Therefore, consider your age, shape and the situation in which the dress will be worn.However, stylists offer very interesting and original ways of wearing such models, in which you will look appropriate even in everyday or office style.
Paco Rabanne, Giambattista Valli, Alberta Ferretti
With sleeves "lanterns"
In every product, the sleeve is of great importance, and if it is in a dress, then this is a special detail that is always paid attention to, even if it is alone. The sleeve in the shape of a flashlight has changed more than once during its long history, but, as fashion historians believe, originated in the Byzantine era. It can have different lengths and volumes, it is easy to decorate, which further enhances the femininity and beauty of the outfit, and earlier it also determined the class affiliation of the owner.
Lantern sleeves have long been loved by many women. These sleeves allow you to showcase a slim waist, which further emphasizes femininity and romance. The lantern sleeve is one of those trends that came to us from the past, when they were worn by ladies in Empire-style dresses or Victorian ladies. However, there is also a later burst of "flashlights", which can be seen in the old collections of the famous couturiers Balenciaga or Givenchy.
High waistline, loose fit, as a rule, short length or just mini, frills, flounces and the same lantern sleeves, and in addition a collar - these are the details that adorn the girl's dress, and they are recommended by many designers.
Anna Sui and 2 photos of Apiece Apart Sindiso Khumalo and 2 photos by Dice Kayek
Dresses in the "home office" style
The pandemic has forced a lot to reconsider. Quite a few people already work and continue to work from home. Therefore, the "home office" style appeared. A robe, a wrap dress, tunic dresses and the same lingerie-style dresses that have already been mentioned - all these models have to some extent moved into the category of home office clothes, although they have long adorned us in everyday outfits. ...
These dresses, of course, are more relaxed and comfortable, business jackets and pencil skirts have made way for them. Most often, designers offer cozy, voluminous and soft models, but still, elegant.
Act N 1, Altuzarra, Edeline Lee
Badgley Mischka, Billy Reid
Billy Reid, Sukeina
Sports style
These dresses can also serve for an elegant home office, but they will create gorgeous looks in the everyday situation. Sports style today, more than ever, is in line with the needs of consumers.
2 photos by David Koma and Kiton 2 photos Iceberg and Paul Smith
Peplum Dresses
Although this model is not new, many designers have paid attention to it in the spring-summer season, for example, Alessandra Rich, Elie Saab, Elisabetta Franchi, Genny, Ulla Johnson.
A peplum is a detail that will make any dress incredibly feminine and delicate.
Today the peplum looks different, and therefore every woman can choose the proportions of her figure. A peplum, especially an asymmetric one, will help hide problem areas, create volume, and emphasize the waist.
You can add to this list other models, the popularity of which also arose in previous seasons, for example, dresses with a collar, dresses with an open back, dresses with tiered gathers.
Alaia, Rokh, Marchesa Notte Patou, Luisa Spagnoli
Listed are those models that were most often met on the catwalk, and among many designers. Indeed, in the current situation, it is not so easy to create something new, it is much easier to get into the chest with grandmother's things, correct it a little, and the new model is ready. Most likely, such “grandmother's” dresses are still preserved in the wardrobes of women of fashion.
Newer proposals include a hooded dress and a high-waisted dress.
Adeam, Koché Sacai
There are interesting combined options, in which several trends are combined at once, this is transparency - negligence - asymmetry, or asymmetry - deconstructivism with the addition of a bra-top. Most of all, designers from Acne Studios, Francesca Liberatore, Nehera, Ports 1961 and others have succeeded in this direction.
2 photos by Acne Studios and Francesca Liberatore
How and with what to wear in spring-summer 2024
But even small changes to dresses from last season will keep you looking modern and attractive if you think about what detail to add to the look.
For example, you can wear
dress with pants
Akris, Bevza, Giorgio Armani
dress with jacket
Maryling, Paul Smith
with kerchief
Ralph & Russo
with corset belt or belt
ALAIA, Alessandra Rich, Rokh Ulla johnson
with bra-top
Drome, Jason Wu, Zimmermann
Or you can play with layering
Nehera Philosophy di Lorenzo Serafini, Ports 1961
But everything would be quite simple, if you do not take into account that there are still unusual materials, decorative elements and prints.
Materials and fashion trends
Let's name the most common materials on the podium. In addition to silk, chiffon, cotton fabrics, in the summer season, designers offered:
Transparent materials
Not everyone will love this, but transparent materials are leading the way, and mystyle.decorexpro.com/en/ will repeat its warnings and concerns for too daring girls - wear them with a second layer. Open transparency in the new season is offered by many designers, but let's be prudent, we should not compare the fashion show and real life.
Alexis Mabille, Fendi Elie saab
Net
Perhaps this is a continuation of the topic of transparency, but nevertheless these are slightly different materials, and a different topic. By the way, the grid appears before us in different guises in each season.
Forgetting about the summer weather, the designers offered a lot of dresses made from similar materials.
Altuzarra, Bally Gabriela Hearst, Boss, Sportmax
Jersey
The place of knitwear is far from the last. Stylists claim that the reason for its popularity was the pandemic, due to which many had to work in their home office. Knitwear is soft, comfortable and warm, which can be better for creating comfort at work.
Genny, Ports 1961, Salvatore Ferragamo
Shiny materials of various production technologies remain popular.
Acne Studios, Dennis Basso
Fashionable prints in dresses of the spring-summer season
There will be no mistake if we start with striped dresses. Yes, this print is common. In the new season, designers often consider thin striped fabrics, although there is also a colored stripe. But there are far fewer fantastic striped prints.
Adeam, Jason Wu, Ports 1961
Watercolor abstraction and tie-dye - these prints combine in that they look like paints smeared on a watercolor palette, in which everyone can see their landscape or portrait.
Acne Studios Kiton, Osman Yousefzada
Floral print. Flowers will always be among trendy prints. There is nothing more feminine than a floral dress. In the new season, designers have paid attention to small flowers, I would even like to say - unremarkable. But if this is not enough for some of you, check out the collections of Marchesa Notte or Tadashi Shoji, here you will see a print with large exotic flowers.
Alice + Olivia, Marchesa Notte, Marchesa
Prints remain popular - inscriptions (mostly large), polka dots, check, geometry. In Versace collections, designers offer scenic prints that echo the beauty of the depths of the ocean, while Etro includes nautical paraphernalia.
Luisa Spagnoli, Chanel, Etro Versace and 2 photos of Maryling
And as always, bright, playful, indomitable in their boldness, eccentric, and even sometimes a little wayward, prints in the Dolce & Gabbana collection. This time, a mix of prints and patchwork came together. And what happened, look at the famous designers Domenico Dolce and Stefano Gabbana.
Dolce & gabbana
Palette of shades
The print will adorn every dress. It is difficult to go unnoticed, especially if bright colors play in the drawings. However, in the new season there is an incredible number of products, including dresses, which are made of plain fabric. What colors did the designers choose? What shades are often found in dresses?
White dresses
Boss, Osman Yousefzada, Altuzarra
Yellow and beige
Emilia Wickstead, Salvatore Ferragamo
Pink dresses
Alice + Olivia, Jenny Packham Elisabetta Franchi, Laura Biagiotti
Black dresses
Act N 1, ALAIA, Pamella Roland
Pale blue
Fendi, Chloé, Boss
Red shades, among which crimson dresses stand out especially brightly.
Badgley Mischka, Marchesa Notte
And, however, you have to make the choice yourself, and you are unlikely to be mistaken, because who knows exactly which color is most suitable for you.
Decorative elements in the dresses of the new season
Many designers have simplified their models, believing that now is not the time for complex decorative elements (layering is not considered in the decor - this is another topic).Thus, preference was given to ruffles, a few draperies, lace trimmings, there is a decor of feathers, cutwork or smooth embroidery (this decor was used to decorate dresses only by individual brands).
Fendi used hemstitching on a few models, Rokh decorated his dresses with collars and shoulder straps. As always, the Paco Rabanne collection has original ideas with metallic elements, and Zuhair Murad adorned the dresses with lace frills.
2 photos by Alberta Ferretti and Fendi
Dundas, Pamella Roland
Paco rabanne
Zuhair Murad, Annakiki, Rokh
Nowadays, many are recommending minimum consumption. This is a sensible proposition that doesn't hurt to look stylish and fashionable. To do this, you do not need to completely change your wardrobe, throwing away things that are not suitable for fashion trends. Look carefully, maybe you can add just a few touches to get a pretty fashionable look.