From waist-whittling corsets to fullsome circle skirts, 2023 is ushering in the return of the waist and here’s why.
When Christian Dior showed his Bar Suit on a cold day in Paris in 1947, its seductive hourglass silhouette spoke to a hopeful new post-war era and an end to austerity. That mood could not feel further from 2023, a year that has started under the shadow of the cost of living crisis.
of the collection. “The women who will wear these dresses fancy themselves more dangerous than dainty.”On a practical level, we also can’t ignore the impact that post-pandemic life has had on our wardrobes. We have seen a gradual move away from the slouchy loungewear of lockdown and a return to more tailored styles, as evidenced by the storming return of the Noughties corset, which has been embraced by A-listers and fashion editors alike.
“On the back of a long bout of comfort dressing, people are embracing structure once more, with strong shoulders and cinched-in waists being key in particular,” explains fashion designer, Rejina Pyo. “For my most recent collection, I introduced tailoring jackets that sculpt the waist in a soft, relaxed way that isn’t too intimidating to the wearer.
The corset is certainly one way to introduce a little structure into your 2023 wardrobe. For Friday night drinks, make like Hailey Bieber and style a black corset with pale jeans and strappy heels, or, for a more unexpected pairing, try layering a bustier over a crisp white shirt. The circle skirt is another key piece to consider, as seen on the runways of Prada and Alexander McQueen.
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