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# 8 Fashion Trends Taking Over 2023 — Shop Them Now

[Irina Grechko](/en-us/author/irina-grechko)

Last Updated [November 14, 2023, 3:13 PM](/en-us/archives/2023/11/14)

Following [spring/summer](https://www.refinery29.com/en-us/summer-fashion-trends-2023) and [fall runway collections](https://www.refinery29.com/en-us/2023/02/11295221/nyfw-fall-winter-2023-trends) making a case for all we should expect this year, [2023's biggest fashion trends](https://www.refinery29.com/en-us/2023/03/11329751/spring-clothes-essentials-staples-2023) continue to fill the racks at stores everywhere. What should we be buying?

This year, trends have taken a turn for utilitarian with cargo pants, [denim in all its forms](https://www.refinery29.com/en-us/denim-maxi-skirt-trend-outfits), and wearable silhouettes all endorsed by the 2023 shows. That's not to say that this year is boring style-wise. [Dramatic hem lengths](https://www.refinery29.com/en-us/denim-maxi-skirt-trend-outfits) and [silver metallics](https://www.refinery29.com/en-us/2022/12/11216251/silver-metallic-fashion-trend) are still part of the sartorial picture, albeit in more practical iterations than ever before. In terms of color, now that the _[Barbie](https://www.refinery29.com/en-us/2023/07/11468204/barbie-movie-fans-wear-pink-dress-up)_ [movie](https://www.refinery29.com/en-us/2023/07/11468204/barbie-movie-fans-wear-pink-dress-up) has come out in theaters, _may_ we finally wave trendy [hot pink](https://www.refinery29.com/en-us/2022/07/11046435/hot-pink-color-trend-fashion-history) goodbye, making way for new, exciting hues? Just don't expect it to be all about Pantone's color of the year [Viva Magenta](https://www.refinery29.com/en-us/pantone-color-2023-viva-magenta-meaning). Ahead, eight [2023 fashion trends](https://www.refinery29.com/en-us/summer-fashion-trends-2023) to add to your shopping list from now and until the end of the year.

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## 2023 Fashion Trend: Crochet

Photo: Monica Feudi/Proenza Schouler

No trend was more ubiquitous on the spring/summer 2023 runways than crochet, with flowy dresses with fringe and open-weave tops appearing on catwalks of brands like Gabriela Hearst, Ulla Johnson, and Proenza Schouler. To extend the shelf life of the warm-weather trend, opt for timeless silhouettes and layerable pieces like crochet tanks that can be worn over long-sleeve turtlenecks and [button-down shirts](https://www.refinery29.com/en-us/best-white-button-down-shirts) come winter.

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## 2023 Fashion Trend: Red

Photo: Courtesy of Tory Burch

Glossy red hues took over the Fall 2023 runways ranging from Sandy Liang and PatBo to Tory Burch and [Wiederhoeft](https://www.instagram.com/p/CovZ-J9JP5O/?hl=en). Think: Juicy reds with vibrant orange undertones that would look just as good in head-to-toe looks (see: a pantsuit) as accent accessory pieces ( [trendy shoes](https://www.refinery29.com/en-us/2023-shoe-trends), handbags, [jewelry](https://www.refinery29.com/en-us/jewelry-trends-2023), etc.).

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Hill House Home](https://www.hillhousehome.com/products/the-pool-skirt-red)

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& Other Stories](https://www.stories.com/en_usd/clothing/knitwear/sweaters/product.fitted-sweetheart-neck-top-red.1113634001.html)

## 2023 Fashion Trend: Cargo Pants

Photo: Selwyn Tungol/LaQuan Smith

Utilitarian wear is in for 2023, which set the stage for the return of the cargo pant this year. But these aren't the shapeless, low-rise pants of the Y2K era. For warmer weather, this trend is translated into tailored silhouettes, interesting pocket placements, elevated fabrics like silk and organza, and colors that go beyond khaki and olive.

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Abercrombie & Fitch](https://www.abercrombie.com/shop/us/p/relaxed-cargo-pants-51948964)

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Banana Republic](https://bananarepublic.gap.com/browse/product.do?pid=746693012&vid=1&searchText=cargo%20pants#pdp-page-content)

## [2023 Fashion Trend: Sheer Clothing](https://www.refinery29.com/en-us/sheer-clothing)

Photo: Courtesy of Miu Miu

" [Bare it all](https://www.refinery29.com/en-us/2022/09/11055876/visible-nipple-braless-fashion-controversy)" has been the motto since the end of the lockdown. In 2023, [naked dressing](https://www.refinery29.com/en-us/2022/12/11237133/naked-dressing-see-through-clothes-trend) makes its way from the red carpet – where celebrities like Cher and Rihanna have been [sporting the trend forever](https://www.refinery29.com/en-gb/2021/07/10558463/illusion-naked-dress-history) – to [street style.](https://www.refinery29.com/en-us/2023/02/11289152/new-york-fashion-week-street-style-fall-2023) From a [cellophane-like dress](https://www.vogue.com/fashion-shows/spring-2023-ready-to-wear/tory-burch/slideshow/collection#25), worn over a boldly hued maxi skirt at Tory Burch's spring 2023 show, to a frothy frock revealing undergarments at Victoria Beckham, the previously risqué trend is coming not only for your weekend wardrobe but even [everyday workwear](https://www.refinery29.com/en-us/2021/07/10569243/workwear-post-covid).

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## [2023 Fashion Trend: Denim Reimagined](https://www.refinery29.com/en-us/denim-jean-trends-2023)

Photo: Courtesy of Marine Serre.

From [double-waisted jeans](https://www.refinery29.com/en-us/2022/08/11098818/double-waistband-high-rise-jeans-trend) to [carpenter jeans](https://www.refinery29.com/en-us/2022/05/10982020/cargo-jeans-trend), it's been a while since we were this excited about [denim trends](https://www.refinery29.com/en-us/2022/10/11138431/best-denim-jeans-trends-2022). It seems like even the most luxe runway designers agree, sending out strapless dresses, shirting, and even undergarments and shoes ( [thigh-high-boot-jean hybrids](https://shop.diesel.com/en/straight/1956-d-tulip-007a7-straight-jeans/8051385664976.html) anyone?) in the material. Whatever category you decide on, opt for timeless cuts and silhouettes that can stay in your closet rotation once the novelty wears off.

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## 2023 Fashion Trend: Shine For The Daytime

Photo: Courtesy of Michael Kors Collection

The amount of shine on the 2023 runways would make you think we are back in the Roaring '20s. While sequins may usually feel over as soon as the clock strikes midnight on January 31, this year, designers are making a case for "daytime shine" – wearable separates that can spice up even the most basic staples like [tank tops](https://www.refinery29.com/en-us/2022/05/10967372/white-tank-top-trend-2022) (see above) and blue jeans. While this trend comes in all metallic shades (gold, bronze, rose gold etc.), we are partial to the liquid silver look that can double as a neutral.

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Coach](https://www.coach.com/products/sammy-top-handle-21-in-silver-metallic/CM538-LHSLV.html)

## [2023 Fashion Trend: Maxi Skirts](https://www.refinery29.com/en-us/best-maxi-skirts)

Photo: Courtesy of Altuzarra

In response to the ultra unpractical mini skirts of 2022, [maxi skirts](https://www.refinery29.com/en-us/2022/10/11152200/maxi-skirts-spring-2023-fashion-trend) have dominated 2023. In line with the aforementioned cargo and denim trends, expect lots of low-rise, pocket-adorned silhouettes and floor-grazing jean skirts, as well as styles in various prints and unexpected materials like velvet. Long live long hemlines!

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## 2023 Fashion Trend: Cobalt Blue

Photo: Dan Lecca/Jason Wu

The strongest color story to come out of [Spring 2023 runways](https://www.refinery29.com/en-us/2022/09/11117742/nyfw-spring-summer-2023-trends), cobalt blue has burst through the collections with the freshness of a sea mist on a morning day. Just bright enough to warrant a double take, yet subtle enough to be worked into daily wear, it's the type of deep blue that will excite even the most color-averse. Bonus points: It pairs well with Pantone's Viva Magenta.

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