Maximalist fashion trends: How to embrace them in a subtle way

This season, we break down all the major fashion trends for Spring/Summer 2024 to make your shopping list easier. So far, I’ve deciphered the following movements: orange, purple, monochrome, cutout details, embellished fashion, and geometric trends.

Now, my attention turns to the maximalist trend, but not as you know it. Consider it a subtle nod to his OTT looks from seasons past. Maximalism inspired by the fall/winter 2023 wearable trends.

In fact, at Bottega Veneta and Molly Goddard, the parts that usually aren’t emphasized seemed to take center stage. Molly turned her garments inside out, spotlighting grosgrain straps, internal zippers and boning, resulting in a collection that was nothing if not feminine. At Bottega, Creative Her director Matthew Blasey presented Embellishments such as Power Her shoulders and tassels.

Rokh’s signature deconstructed style included blazers, trench coats, and dresses that emphasized hardware and accessories like belts. And all anyone could talk about at JW Anderson was his bomber jacket and trench coat that literally had feathers bursting from the seams.

To make it work this season, keep focusing on one item to elevate your basics. Think blazers with exaggerated shoulders, embellished trenches and tops, or just sweatshirts with XXL hardware. Here are some fashion purchases that may help you along the way.

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