Each season, I await the seasonal trend report that Net-a-Porter presents to editors. In it, its team of buyers, directors, and editors weigh in about which trends they predict will be huge for the coming season. Not only does the team comb through all of the biggest trends from the runway shows, but they also share data about the designers, micro-trends, and specific pieces they're buying into. So I also consider it a very accurate prediction of what fashion will look like in the next year.
In Net-a-Porter's latest trend presentation on the spring/summer 2022 collections, there were some great findings on the spring trends that will be winning out this year. Ahead, I'm sharing highlights, including the five spring trends you can count on being huge as well as the specific items to add to your cart. Consider this an inside look at where fashion will be headed in the coming months.
1. Bold, Bright Shades
The trend: Bold, bright shades are one of the core trends for spring 2022, so get ready to inject your wardrobe with a dose of fun. Joy and optimism were everywhere on the spring/summer 2022 runways, with colors like vibrant green at Valentino, orange at Proenza Schouler, and hot pink at Molly Goddard.
The key buys: hot pink, lime green, orange, purple, yellow
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Clearly, hot pink is about to take off.
Stylist Mimi Cuttrell's collab with BY FAR is so stunning.
I hate to pick favorites, but orange is the color I'm backing above all others.
So chic.
Yes to all things yellow.
2. Investment Staples
The trend: Beautiful, functional pieces are the foundational items in every wardrobe. It turns out that both designers and buyers are more interested than ever in focusing on cultivating a collection of elevated everyday essentials to wear now and years into the future.
The key buys: flat mules, relaxed suiting, slouchy khakis, tailored shirting, everyday bag
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If you read my stories, you already know how much I love these mules.
A great relaxed blazer is a must-buy item.
The slouchier the better.
Perfection.
The Row does it again.
3. Clickbait Accessories
The trend: Over the last several years, practical accessories like slide sandals and sneakers have been winning out, but we're seeing a swift shift. Conversation-starting pieces are taking over, so get ready to see a steady stream of new Instagram-worthy shoes and bags.
The key buys: embellished shoes, cult collabs, aughts-inspired bags, sculptural heels, eye-catching jewelry
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Yet another pair of cult shoes from Amina Muaddi.
This collab is *chef's kiss*.
Ready for an aughts comeback moment?
Major impact for just $60.
This blue, though.
4. The New Y2K
The trend: The influence of the aughts on recent runways is undeniable. For the spring/summer 2022 collections, though, it took a more elevated turn with refined takes on pieces that defined the 2000s.
The key buys: tie tops, low-rise pants, micro miniskirts, cutouts, platforms
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Major Y2K vibes.
I think I'm finally ready to try low-rise pants.
This is going to sell out fast.
It just doesn't get cooler.
The shoes that will define 2022.
5. Escapism
The trend: Whether you're planning future travels or not, get ready to start wearing more vacationwear with pieces that encapsulate a sense of escapism.
The key buys: printed tops, knit dresses, sarongs, luxe swimwear
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Matteau always has the most stunning prints.
Three-piece swim is still going strong.
Gorg.
Isa Boulder is a personal favorite for all things swimwear.
I can't get over this ruching.
