Feeling The Feminine Flow: The Ultra-Feminine and Romantic Trends of 2023

Subtle luxury in the form of delicate lace and tulle, fine embellishments, and billowing flowy fabrics will take center stage in most of our wardrobes in the Spring and Summer of 2023. Thanks to the recent popularity of style trends such as Cottagecore and Balletcore, we are seeing recurring themes surrounding all that are romantic and hyperfeminine. From fantastically frilly skirts to flowy billowy blouses here’s everything you need to know to incorporate this fun feminine trend into your style.

Bell Bottoms Are Back

Love or hate them, these iconic pants continue to make waves in the fashion world. Part of the resurgence of the current delicate and romantic style trend is due to a general nostalgia and romanticization of the past happening in the general zeitgeist. Much of it is heavily influenced by the boho flower-child styles of the 1970s, so bell-bottom jeans and billowy blouses are back in the game.

Hopefully, you held onto your favorite pair of super-flared denim jeans from the last time they were trending, but if not, it may be time to invest in another pair. This style is fun and flattering. The bell-bottom trend is not limited to denim jeans either. We are also seeing highly polished and chic versions of these pants in all manner of fabrics from yoga pants to business attire.

Tulle and Tapers

Tulle and other similarly airy, sheer fabrics are increasingly popular and these ethereal styles are easier to incorporate into your existing wardrobe than you might think. Besides the ballet-style skirts we often associate with this fabric, tulle is surprisingly versatile and can be worn on almost any occasion. Many popular tulle dresses and skirts challenge the ballerina vibe of the material by incorporating it in tapered layers, creating a style vibe that is more regal than cutesy.

Airy tulle tops make for a fantastic layering piece for spring and summer and can be worn over tank tops, crop tops, or even your favorite swimsuit top. You play up the goddess vibe with a long billowing maxi skirt, or use it as an accent piece and wear this top with tapered pants and Chelsea boots.

Lithe and Lovely Lace

Lace is also at the forefront of style trends in 2023 and we love how easily this intricate and feminine fabric can be incorporated into any wardrobe or outfit. Not that it has ever truly gone out of style, but black lace is increasingly popular this year, especially in the form of lacy corsets and gothic-inspired lacy maxi dresses.

The ultimate combination of edgy and classic, lace is also surprisingly versatile and can be styled for almost any occasion. If you want to experiment with lace in your wardrobe but don’t want to overcommit to this flirty, demure look, try pairing a lacy top with tailored pants and a sports coat. Playing with the juxtaposition of masculine and feminine in this way, such as pairing a flowing lace skirt with a leather biker jacket, is a fun way to elevate and personalize this look.

Pastels and Other Soft Subtle Hues

Sticking with the soft and romantic style trends this year, expect to see soft and subtle hues such as light grey blues and dusty rose pinks incorporated into clothing and home decor. Dusky pinks, such as Millenial Pink, have defined an entire generation, so don’t expect these dreamy shades to go out of style any time soon.

These muted colors are not only flattering and easy on the eyes, but they are also incomparably easy to style and wear. You can create a super soft and femme look by pairing a delicate dusty pink item with an off-white or cream-colored outfit. Alternatively, you can downplay the softness of these types of colors by pairing them with black or a deep magenta red. We love the current trend of pairing a very soft and feminine pink tulle skirt with a pair of thick and chunky boots.

Floral and Flowy

Florals never truly go out of style, but the particular type of floral trending right now might make it feel fresh and new. This year, especially this spring and summer, florals are trending toward the tropics. From wallpaper and kitchenware to flowy sun dresses and activewear, finding ways to incorporate this fun and the fresh tropical trend is as easy as it is rewarding.