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Spring-Summer 2021 Trend Report is HERE

COVER STORY / 2021-01-20

With the pandemic disrupting  most of the year 2020, you might be feeling uncertain about trends for Spring/Summer 2021. And understandably so. Good news is, the SS’21 season will bring its fair share of major fashion trends that consumers will look out for. Your style desires will come true in the 2021 spring- summer season. Last few months, the fashion industry showcased a brave new world of digital collection releases, to live streamed runway shows, artful videos on YouTube, and socially distanced in-person SS2021 fashion shows. 

While 2020 has quite literally been about isolation, it’s about time to stand out in a crowd. Designers adapted to the moment and translated the current gloomy mood into wait-worthy post-quarantine trends. Come spring 2021, you’ll have your choice of stripes, patchwork, medieval prints, and color pairings. From stand out, statement making silhouettes to casual-cool in fabrics,  there’s something for everyone. The old rules simply no longer apply.

Before we jump into the trend report of spring/summer 2021 collections, let’s take a quick look at how the past few fashion months looked like. Well, to say the least, the industry as a whole rose to the occasion. Tons of stunning lookbooks felt lightyears beyond their time. Needless to say, creativity was not sacrificed. And, with the lack of media coverage of the SS 2021 fashion shows, it's normal to feel lost in terms of what went down on the runway this season. Lucky for you, that's what we're here to fill you with.

We’ve combed through all the major shows, designer collections, celebrity looks and industry reports to bring you 6 of the most important spring trends of the season. Expect luxe house slippers to be seen on the streets and reimagine sportswear that is destined to be your uniform next year. Keep scrolling to see these trends now!

1. Sorbet Pastel Tones

Ease into the new year 2021 in something pretty and pastel. Even though it is chilly outside, a sorbet or two won’t hurt anyone, The sorbet-pastel tones will dominate SS 2021. These colors are great for summer as they suit a wide variety of skin tones. From cool mint green to soft lavender – try the soft and buttery hues elevate your overall aesthetic and sport the chicest styles for seasons to come. Want more suggestions? Try buttercup yellows, peony pinks, and subtle blues if you must. Think of it like this – the whole garden is there for the picking. Nothing quite says spring like a pretty pastel, now does it?

2. Oversized jackets and coats

How outdated is it to believe that your oversized outerwear is your “boyfriend’s shirt,” or your “dad’s jacket,” or “borrowed from the boys’’. Even androgyny is a bit passe, now that the double XL’s have been in trend for women’s fashion for years. For spring summer 2021, the oversized look is all about billowing silhouettes  in bright popping shades, with proportions that simply make you look twice.

3. Yellow and Grey Color Styling

We are already gushing over the colors of the year 2021 announced by Pantone. The combination of Illuminating yellow and ultimate grey is simply brilliant, yet so subtle. Yellow and it’s deeper hues like the camel tone will help you keep it neutral. This trend borrowed from the 70s, has gotten a serious facelift for SS2021. Mixing and matching these shades adds dimension and depth to your ensembles. Try a light brown suit or coat with a mustard turtleneck for the cooler months or a sleek tan T-shirt and camel pair of flare pants. This flattering combination is the hottest look to try this season.

4. Bold Shoulder

Cold shoulder? What’s that! Bold shoulder is what the rage is all about now. What started as a nod to the ’80s has taken on a life of its own, with the recent drop of standout shoulders on SS2021 runways. This trend is for the brave-hearted fashionistas who like to keep things bols, turn heads as they walk down a street and don’t mind some not-so-subtle peaks. Bold shoulders trend is the perfect balance of hard and soft looks. Designers like Givenchy’s SS2021 shows featured leather capes with padded shoulders, while Richard Malone’s shoulder statement revolved around fitted, ruched dresses.

5. All About Denim

Denim is the heart of fashion, and there’s no denying that. Denim can not really be limited to a particular trend. Most often, when denim comes back as a trend any season, it is more about the styling and silhouettes of this fabric. Welcome the new year with a distinct ’70s edgy and. wide-legged denim silhouettes (just like featured at Chloé and Balenciaga shows). Let your jeans sit high on the waist, or cinched with a belt, but also don’t shy away to loosen up in the leg for ultimate comfort that does not sacrifice on style.

Bigger and better than ever, the denim trend for SS2021 is not confined to being a daytime classic or a travel wear. Channeled a distinct vibe in the evenings by  pairing loose jeans with a delicate lace crop tops and daring accessories.

6. Sport some Sporty

Most of us have spent our days wearing track pants all day everyday this year. All of a sudden, while we worked from home, track pants became one of the most talked-about and worn trends. Well, they are debuting seriously now for spring-summer 2021, along with a handful of other sporty pieces. Some of the key players amongst this overall sports theme include bike shorts, sporty sunnies, hoodies, and the beloved tracksuit. Consider this trend a must-add to your loungewear assortment. Sport and fashion are a lovely pairing, so don’t wait long to trade in our garden party gear for track pants. ‘Sport’ them now! (pun intended)

The spring/summer shows were a breath of fresh air with a major emphasis on simplicity and imagination – something that we might see in many other industries in 2021 and not just fashion. The SS 2021 trends are a breath of fresh air and gentle reminder that fashion should always bring joy. Remember, your style should always be an adventure. With our curated set of trendy products below, your wardrobe will turn out to be just what you need as we approach nearly a year of the pandemic.