6 Refreshing Fashion Trends to Spruce Up Your Spring Wardrobe
With spring well under way and summer on the horizon, many of us have already begun the annual wardrobe shuffle, packing away those winter warmers to make room for a few lighter and brighter clothing items in our cupboards. But, before you splurge on a new summer wardrobe, make sure you take a look at these refreshing spring and summer trends for a fresh take on fashion.
Step into a world of colour
It’s time to ditch those winter neutrals for mood-boosting bold and bright colours. Bright and bold footwear is a great way to embrace this spring-time fashion trend, so why not step boldly into the new season with sensationally happy hues?
This spring, Birkenstock is tapping into the feel-good fashion trend with electric colourways, bold patterns, and statement styles, designed to boost your mood. Dopamine dressing takes over, bringing a kaleidoscope of colour to brighten a grey day and lift even the darkest atmosphere. Brighten up any outfit with these easy-to-wear EVA Arizona Birkenstock sandals, available in bright violet, lake green, coral, dusty blue, beetroot purple, popcorn, rose and in multi colours.
Embrace 1950s Americana
This spring, fashion is taking a trip back to 50s. Western details evoke 50s Americana: think gathered-shoulders, balloon sleeves, sleeveless fits and subtle seaming at the yokes are seen on shirts, dresses and on updated icons, like the high-rise tapered trousers with side buckles. A denim shirt nods to Western styling and when paired with a floral dress, it embraces an effortless, free-spirited attitude.
Spring at Scotch & Soda, also sees Western reworked through rock’n’roll, from a statement leather jacket with snap fastening studs, and a bandana lining. With a classic fit, asymmetrical zipper placing and waist belt – this Scotch & Soda leather jacket adds an edge to any outfit.
Get fabulous in florals
It wouldn’t be spring fashion without florals. This spring, enhance your wardrobe with mood-boosting brights and pretty florals. We’re easing into the warmer seasons with transitional dressing wear with a focus on Bohemian Garden Party-inspired looks.
At Poetry, spring is all about comfort dressing in florals and multiple occasion-inspired neutrals. Poetry’s spring collection has launched with a bang of punchy florals, pops of mood-boosting colour and beautiful botanicals. Feminine dressing contrasts with masculine silhouettes throughout – evident in the new Bohemian theme. In September, we enter into the ‘Dresstination’, led by the Femi-Linen
capsule of floral printed linens. Something for every woman this season. This Poetry Kinsley Pleated Floral Skirt is perfect when paired with neutrals for a picnic in the sunshine.
Embracing masculine vibes
Another fun trend for spring sees women’s fashion embracing masculine vibes. Colour has expanded into vibrant happy tones to celebrate spring and life. Key colours for women’s fashion this spring include pink, chartreuse and highlights of cobalt blue.
Old Khaki’s spring women’s range sees some newness with tomboy/unisex styling. The spring collection sees key new pieces and prints shared across genders. The brand is celebrating the resort look with spots, stripe shirts, day-out dresses, while checks, florals, fun and flirty styling offer a nod to the garden party look. This stunning Old Khaki Olena Dress is an easy-wearing piece that features elasticated cuffs and shoulder detailing that can be worn both on and off the shoulders.
Embrace slow fashion
Women are embracing slow fashion. Whether through thrifting previously loved pieces or investing in more sustainable garments. The slow fashion revolution can be described as the sister of sustainability. Together, these sister ideas contribute to and ensure a fashion industry which is held accountable for unethically produced clothing. The focus is placed on making the entire chain of production sustainable. All processes used by outlets must ensure that the fashion industry is productively sustainable. Pioneers of the slow fashion movement, local brand, N3YH keeps to its sustainability mantra by producing hair scrunchies, baby rompers and small laundry bags from leftover pieces of fabric used in its collection. The material is eco-friendly as it is made of upcycled fabric and other everyday waste.
N3YH has just introduced its new summer pyjama sets that are both fashionable and sustainable. The brand combines eco-friendliness with trendiness to result in comfortable, yet stylish outfits. N3YH’s range of activewear, loungewear and now summer pyjama sets are ethically and locally made in Cape Town, South Africa. The speciality of N3YH lies within the designer prints. The summer pyjama sets are available in a variety of 5 floral, feminine-inspired prints. The extended range consists of a matching short-sleeved, button-down, collared shirt with high-waisted, elasticated waistband pyjama shorts made from the softest bio-based bamboo fabric which ensures a cooling, smooth and breathable feeling on the skin. We love the Birds of Paradise set at R1,200.
Free your feet
We’re all bracing ourselves for a ‘sandal-licious’ summer. The summer of 2022 is set to be the season for you to look stunningly comfortable from the ground up. Stock up on effortless warm-weather fashion footwear and step out into the summer sunshine in style.
If you are still on the fence about Crocs, then we have the perfect summer option that may just change your mind. Ideal for the lady who is still not completely convinced, the all-new Crocs ladies Brooklyn Sandals are too beautiful to ignore. Effortless style, superior all-day comfort and ultimate wardrobe versatility come together in the new Crocs Brooklyn Collection. Available in a variety of heel heights and sophisticated yet simple silhouettes, each wedge features Crocs’ comfortable LiteRide foam technology inside.
For a more pocket-friendly version, stock up on summer sandals at Ackermans. Ackermans is offering customers the chance to take the fashion lead on the sidewalk, the beach or anywhere with women’s fashion sandals in a wide range of colours. With high-quality sandals for women, Ackermans promises to bring its customers the latest trends at the same low prices. The sidewalk-melting summer sandal range from Ackermans is another example of everyday, everywhere fashion available at prices everyone can afford. We love this soft double-strap sandal in sage. Pair it with spring’s must-have dresses, denims, or shorts for an effortlessly chic look.