Here’s what everyone from Nordstrom to Net-a-Porter will be stocking next season.
There are many different ways to measure a runway show‘s success after the fact. Did it generate a lot of press and social media attention? Did editors, critics and hf Twitter receive and/or cover it positively? Does the designer feel they got their ideas across effectively? And finally, do people actually want to buy the collection?
To answer that last question, each season we ask head buyers at the top designer womenswear retailers which collections — from all four legs of fashion month — they believe will resonate with their customers. Which pieces are they excited to stock and betting will be must-haves for Spring 2023?
According to fashion directors at Nordstrom, Net-a-Porter, Ssense and more, it’s going to be all about relaxed tailoring, event dresses that are versatile and easy to wear, bomber jackets and eye-catching accents like metallic fabric, crystal embellishment, neon hues and fringe — used sparingly, of course. Brand-wise, Prada‘s a favorite, as always, as is Bottega Veneta, confirming that Mathieu Blazy is still very much on the right track in terms of steering the brand into even more of a commercial success. Buyers shout out several younger brands as well, like London’s buzzy Nensi Dojaka and S.S. Daley, plus New York’s Sandy Liang and Ashlyn.
See what all the buyers are buying in the galleries below.
Rickie De Sole, Women’s Designer Fashion and Editorial Director, Nordstrom
Bottega Veneta: “Matthew Blazy delivered a standout sophomore collection in Milan. The trompe l’oeil buttery soft leather ‘jeans’ that opened the show will be a must-have come spring, along with the beaded dresses that swung with each step down the runway. I love that he continues to find new ways to explore texture.”
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Jodi Kahn, VP of Luxury Fashion, Neiman Marcus
Gabriela Hearst: “Metallic was seen on the runway for the past month, and Gabriela Hearst’s version was a standout! The shade of gold against a neutral palette made it so special. Who doesn’t want to wear a gold leather duster? It instantly takes any outfit to the next level.”
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Roopal Patel, SVP Fashion Director, Saks
Khaite: “Khaite‘s must-have crystal lapel encrusted jacket is the perfect day-to-night essential.”
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Libby Page, Market Director, Net-a-Porter
Tibi: “90’s minimalism meets 90’s grunge, depending on how you style it. I love this clean, fresh new denim item.”
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Liane Wiggins, Head of Womenswear, MatchesFashion
S.S. Daley: “We have just exclusively launched S.S. Daley’s debut womenswear collection as part of our Innovators Program, and the Spring 2023 collection did not disappoint. We particularly loved the slate blue, fluid silk trousers which featured in multiple looks, paired with a relaxed, botanical print shirt or layered under an oversized sweater.”
Brigitte Chartrand, VP of Womenswear Buying, Ssense
Knwls: “The color palette and overall styling here will definitely resonate with our audience.”
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Caroline Maguire, Fashion Director, Shopbop
Sandy Liang: “Everyone from Sandy Liang to Victoria Beckham showcased elevated tailored pieces for the spring season. This is a wardrobe staple that can take you day to night…”
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