Dress Trends 2023: 10 Styles That Feel Incredibly Fresh

Style Notes: A recurring dress trend on the S/S 23 runways was asymmetry; there were step hemlines aplenty, but perhaps the chicest interpretation is asymmetric sleeves, as seen at Rejina Pyo.

Style Notes: Florals are to spring what shearling is to winter: a non-negotiable. However, if you thought the only way to wear them was by way of prints, think again; designers such as Carolina Herrera opted to adorn everything from tops and necklaces to, yes, dresses with pretty corsages. 

Style Notes: Draping was a major dress trend in 2022, and designers continued their exploration of these dramatic silhouettes into 2023 by way of dresses. Look for dresses with cascading trains, as seen at Coperni, or opt for statement sleeves on minis. 

Style Notes: Slip dresses have proven themselves to be pretty timeless over the past few years and, for 2023, a subtle update keeps them feeling fresh; additions of pretty, delicate lace. 

Style Notes: This season sees the return of countless, ’80s-inspired fashion trends—think lamé fabrications and neon hues—but the most stylish interpretation has to be puffball hems, which were prevalent on skirts and dresses alike. 

Style Notes: Sheer dresses were perhaps the biggest trend on the S/S 23 runways, with everyone from Bottega Veneta, ACNE Studios and Prada showcasing transparent frocks of their own. Me? I’m partial to the black and white styles, akin to this look from AMI. 

Style Notes: Ombré or tie-dye, call it what you will; the important thing is that you consider investing in the blurred, watercoloured pieces that will no doubt dominate the market this year thanks to the likes of Zimmermann, Jonathan Simkhai and Ferragamo. 

Style Notes: Although they never really go out of style, it would be fair to say that off-the-shoulder necklines haven’t been as predominant as they were a few seasons ago. However, that’s that’s all about to change, as some of the sleekest 2023 dresses have a full view of the décolletage. 

Style Notes: While sparkly dresses make a comeback every party season, their shelf life has been extended significantly, with more designers presenting embellished, sequinned pieces for spring than ever before. The key to making this trend feel fresh is all in the finish of the sequins; the more liquid-looking the shine, the better.

Style Notes: The ’90s aesthetic is still going strong, with tube dresses becoming something of a hero item for those who subscribe to it. Look for tube dresses with next to no detailing to channel the runway mood.