Blanc said that trendy metallic pieces are here to stay, particularly those in silver.
“You’ve seen the bags, the shoes, and the accessories but spring 2023 runways featured our shiny new friend on unlikely items like jeans, blazers, shorts, pantsuits, and of course, an endless amount of jaw-dropping dresses,” she told Insider.
According to Lana Blanc, New York-based stylist and founder of The Blanc House, cargo pockets will make a grand reappearance this year.
“We saw this trend gain momentum (with cargo pants) in 2022, but it’s coming in a big way for 2023,” she said. “The oversized pockets were seen on just about every spring/summer 2023 runway, including, but not limited to, Miu Miu, Fendi, Dior, Chanel, Louis Vuitton, Marant, Versace, and Brunello Cucinelli.”
The stylist said we can expect to see cargo pockets on everything from pants and shorts to skirts and coats.
Grace Thomas, founder and lead stylist of Builtgracefully, said sparkles will continue to bring outfits to life this year.
“I think we’ve only seen the tip of the spear on this trend, with the holiday season always a time for sequins and sparkle,” she said, adding: “Sweaters with embellished buttons, heels with jewels, and jeans with diamond-like details are just some of the trends we’ll see come to life.”
Personal stylist Susan Padron expects Y2K trends, including transparent details, to stick around for shoes, bags, and clothes.
“Think clear plastic but elevated and expensive,” she told Insider. “Brands like Mach & Mach are even putting out clear pumps to be worn to an event or as a statement with jeans.”
Harmony Pilobello and Shilpa Iyengar, designers and cofounders of Alterre, said the ballet-flat trend is here to stay.
“As people transition from working at home in slippers or sneakers, ballet flats are a comfortable alternative for working in the office and running errands,” they said. “We also foresee more people wearing satin ballet flats to formal events like weddings.”
Shades of pink can make a bold statement, and Full told Insider there’ll be plenty of the color this year, especially with the new “Barbie” movie coming out in July.
“Expect to see the bold head-to-toe matching pink in fun bright shades,” she said. “The more reserved fashionistas may choose to tone it down with touches of moss and fern green. But I say don’t be afraid to go full matching.”
Full told Insider she expects to see varying shades of green, including fern and moss, this year.
“We’ll see fern and moss green this spring into pre-fall,” she said. “This color might present a challenge for some, but you can embrace it through patterns or accessories.”
Ashley Full, cofounder and stylist at AMOUR781, said lug-sole loafers will remain popular, especially in the spring. The style refers to chunky, rubber soles.
“The lug-sole loafers that were a favorite of ‘It Girls’ this fall will also continue to be a trend in spring,” she told Insider. “Your chunky loafer will be the perfect complement to the preppy tennis miniskirts that everyone added to their wardrobe in 2022.”
The stylist also recommended adding a collegiate-inspired cardigan to complete the look.