Steffen Schraut
These fashion trends are popular in 2023
Steffen Schraut celebrates his 20th fashion anniversary in 2022.
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Designer Steffen Schraut reveals his fashion trends for 2023. Among other things, black is making a comeback.
Whether it’s Y2K style or dopamine dressing – the year 2022 brought some new fashion trends. But what can still be worn in 2023? In an interview with spot on news, the German designer Steffen Schraut looks back on the fashion year and reveals his trends for 2023. Schraut celebrated his 20th fashion anniversary in 2022, and his designs have been available exclusively from QVC since the beginning of the year.
The year is slowly coming to an end. Which fashion trends have shaped 2022?
Steffen Schraut: When we talk about colors and autumn, then a lot of orange. A strong blue or a green were also in great demand. Whether sage or emerald green – the colors go wonderfully with beige or cream, and also with black. We already wore bright pink in the summer and were happy to take the bright color with us into the fall.
The easy blazer made its comeback in the pieces – casually combined with jeans and sneakers. Another trend in 2022: casual knitted cashmere cardigans in special colors such as cool yellow, power green, flash turquoise and soft lobster. Stylish blouses in luxurious cotton qualities, chiffon blouses with cool prints and in a wide variety of shapes were also popular.
What can we wear from it in 2023?
Schraut: In principle, everything can also be worn in 2023. Timelessly designed favorites and key pieces are characterized by the fact that they accompany us every season anew. This also plays an important role with regard to sustainability.
The big topic this year was the Y2K style, based on the outfits of the noughties. Which fashion decade are fashionistas aiming for in 2023?
Schraut: Fashion should be fun – anything that pleases is allowed. Personally, I like the mix of favorite pieces from all decades complemented with new styles. One should not necessarily follow “artificially created” trends. It is better to rely on your own taste and be inspired by designs.
Dopamine dressing was also very popular. Will 2023 continue so colorfully?
Schraut: In times of crisis, fashion often offers a salutary counterweight. The year 2022 has given us a real firework of colors. Dopamine dressing was a big issue. In the coming spring, the colors will appear less gaudy and more saturated. Among other things, black can celebrate a comeback.
Which other colors and fabrics will dominate next year?
Schraut: Of course, things will be colorful again in spring/summer. But like pastel – a pink, light blue, mint and lilac conjure up freshness for 2023.
Which key pieces shouldn’t be missing in any closet next year?
Schraut: For me there are three “basic must-haves” – no matter what the season. And that’s because they can be combined individually and quickly, so you always have a suitable outfit in your closet: A perfect white blouse is part of it because it’s timeless. Also: well-fitting blue jeans – crisp, but not boyfriend and not sexy. And a light cashmere cardigan. If you want to “update” your look, choose trendy statement accessories such as shoes, jewelery or belts.
Skinny, cargo, high waist… Which pants trends will be popular in 2023?
Schraut: The skinny is an extremely established fit for trousers and is timeless. The advantage is that this shape suits every body type. The Cargo is definitely very trendy, albeit only flattering with a slim fit. The high waist is stylish but not flattering, I prefer another shape that casually caresses and conceals the leg.
And what is completely out in 2023?
Schraut: I don’t want to say “completely out” because for some they simply remain favorite styles. However, what I don’t see as a trend are mom jeans – loosely cut trousers with a narrow leg. Cut-outs for shirts and sweaters are no longer popular for 2023 either. Holes as eye-catchers, ripped jeans and the color orange then have a break.
What about accessories? Statement necklaces and co. or rather reserved?
Schraut: Trendy statement accessories such as shoes, jewelery or belts give every outfit a modern touch. The look immediately draws more attention. You have to like that. Statement chains will definitely continue to accompany us in spring/summer – newly staged and in elegant colours. It can also be a little louder with bags and accessories in general, but never intrusive. After the pandemic years, one wants to make statements in the truest sense of the word.
What is your advice for women who are struggling when it comes to fashion and have not yet found their own style?
Screw: Try it! Colors, fabrics, cuts. We often don’t dare to wear outfits – too colourful, too many patterns, too young a cut for me – and leave the clothes hanging in the shop. Fashion that pleases must be tried on! Until you feel comfortable in your outfit. Because if we feel comfortable with our outfit, we lose all question marks. And then you radiate it. That’s why I’m not a fan of fashion dictates. No woman should succumb to fashion or trends. Fashion should bring out the wearer’s strengths and make her shine. That’s why I much prefer to celebrate well-being with my designs.
Which star do you admire for their style?
Schraut: At the moment I like the look of Harry Styles. He is a chameleon, a one-off, and stands for fashion openness and diversity. His style shows that today everyone can be whatever they want. This is a message that always accompanies me when creating my fashion.
What will be new from you in the next year?
Schraut: You can be curious. I pick up some current trends in my QVC collections. Of course, timeless key pieces are always part of it.