Fashion trends for a world in transition
Next year is all about our hope to transition back as close as possible to normalcy, as we faced the world anew with work leisure ensembles that do not compromise comfort, versatility, and function.
The fashion necessities of 2021 have been announced by WGSN, a giant trend forecaster comprised of a team of over 250 experts and data scientists that curate an immense online library of insights and inspirations in fashion, retail, and the whole lifestyle industry.
“Fashion in 2022 would be best described as a time for joyful expression,” says fashion designer and industry expert Ionica Abraham Lim, who wishes to impart these observations to the public.
“We are now going back to a more tailored look but with a softer approach in materials. We focus on items we are familiar with but mixed with something we are looking forward to,” says the educator from De La Salle-College of Saint Benilde School of Design and Arts, which utilizes WGSN as a learning tool and experience for its students.
Womenswear from St. John 
Work and play top from Mitr 
Desert rider look from Tod's 
Business casual from 6397 
Menswear from Uniforme Paris
Amid the new hybrid setup, 2021 trends such as above-the-keyboard dressing and loungewear are now transformed into more defined looks that adapt from work to leisure. Elevated basics that showcase relaxed volumes, handcraft textures, playful digital and organic art prints, and layered and oversized details likewise represent optimism and excitement for this new chapter.
Womenswear is leaning on items that are both staycation-and-outdoor-friendly with classic lines and soft textures. The new work setup calls for business casual in relaxed shapes and more polished looks while the highly anticipated social gatherings make a comeback for playful and textured outfits.
People are more ready and willing to experiment with new trends that embody their emotions while still looking for practical products that will offer cross functionality.
“Familiar silhouettes with innovative design details such as ruching and digital prints made from ethically sourced materials will help raise the classic cuts,” says Lim. “People are more ready and willing to experiment with new trends that embody their emotions while still looking for practical products that will offer cross functionality. The 2020 trends will help shape our lives as we go into the new normal.”
For multi-purpose accessories, she suggests sunhats and scarves that can double as additional protective wear, as well as statement shoulder bags made from different woven materials that also offer modular elements. Heart motif jewelry likewise balances the negative events.
With a promising year ahead, the trends do not only look at elevated basics and joyful aesthetics but also anticipate diverse and high chroma core colors that will usher in optimistic expressions.
Bright bomber jacket from Solid Homme 
Playful anarchy look from White Mountaineering 
Menswear from Undercover 
Fun prints from AZ Factory 
Fun prints from Altuzarra
For men, clean and crisp lines in natural linens offer an effortless do that go beyond resort wear. Outdoor style in neutral tones, plus functional and modular design, is also popular headturners. For the younger market, the interesting clash of prints and punk is sure to exhibit unique personality.
“We are certainly living in an extraordinary time where change happens so quickly more than before but in fashion, these events only lead to more creativity and innovation,” explains Lim.