6 New Winter Print Trends That Will Elevate Your Entire Wardrobe
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Courtesy AhluwaliaStyle Notes: Now, when we talk about colour blocking, there's only really room for punchy brights. Pastels have been enjoying a moment this autumn (and buttermilk yellow still looks impossibly luxe), but according to the likes of Alhuwalia, Stella McCartney, Roksanda and Fendi, ultra-bright Crayola colours look even better layered together in graphic, colour-block prints and we couldn't agree more.
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Courtesy Stella McCartney/Linda McCartney
Jigsaw's latest collaboration with Roksanda is exactly the kind of colour-blocking dream you would expect from a designer known for her use of unexpected tonal pairings.
Orange, pink and white shouldn't make sense together, but they absolutely do.
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Gregoire Avenel Courtesy A.W.A.K.E. ModeStyle Notes: What started out as a major interiors trend over the last couple of years has now extended into fashion, and checkerboard is the statement print that we predict will be big into 2024 too. Take the Valentino and Undercover A/W 23 shows for example: monochrome, chessboard prints made up no less than eight of the looks, setting the tone for what is shaping up to be a very bold season. It's also the first of two check references in this list (more on that later), but if you're looking for a head-turning print that's a guaranteed conversation starter, it's check mate.
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There's a reason this dress is an influencer favourite.
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Vittorio Zunino Celotto/Getty ImagesStyle Notes: It goes without saying that we expect ditsy florals for spring/summer and dark florals for autumn/winter, but what about a fun, bright floral lifted straight from the retro archives? These lurid cartoon florals come supersized in fun colours—perfect for a dreary winter. Wear layered up à la Benetton (pictured above) or opt for one statement piece like Molly Goddard's floaty maxi (below). Either way, you'll feel happier just by wearing this print.
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Courtesy Molly Goddard/Ben Broomfield
Thank you, Acne; this may well be the cutest knit of the season.
There's so much to love about the beautiful colours in this dress.
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Emily Malan/WWD via Getty ImagesStyle Notes: Yes, you guessed it, polka dots are back (if they ever left), and thanks to cute dresses from Jacquemus, Marni, Alessandra Rich and many, many others, it's also a great option for party season. After all, what could be cuter than a Minnie-Mouse-inspired minidress worn with opaque tights and slingback shoes? It's the elevated way to style polka dots to perfection.
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Courtesy Marni
Perfect with a chunky, cream knit and black loafers.
I can see this on an Italian holiday or as the perfect wedding-guest dress.
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Courtesy Alberta FerrettiStyle Notes: We flirt with tartan and houndstooth every autumn and winter, but in 2023 we're turning up the volume on simple checks and making them bigger and better than ever. Take tips from new Burberry— master of the heritage check—and swap micro grid prints for bold stripes in fun colours that stand out from the crowd.
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Courtesy Andreas Kronthaler for Vivienne Westwood
A fresh new take on checks from Burberry Creative Director Daniel Lee.
Clash with another check print or wear with your everyday jeans or tailored trousers.
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Courtesy ZimmermannStyle Notes: Loud prints not your style? How about a soothing journey into calming watercolours instead?Soft, blurred edges, tonal colour palettes and all of the artistic flow of a Moran painting; this charming take on florals, landscapes and even the abstract is the most romantic print on this list, and pairs well with knits, denim and leather—basically, a must for print-lovers in winter 2023.
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Isidore Montag/Gorunway.com Courtesy Loewe
Julia Sarr Jamois' collaboration with Frame makes clever use of the effects of tie dye.
