Non the comings and goings of fashion, trends often have a short life. And for many who continue in the long run, especially in terms of prints, many capitulate and leave room for new fantasies. The case of psychedelic tie-dye multicolored, replaced in Spring-Summer 2023 by a new, elegant substitute: the dip-dye.
For those who have never heard of it, in addition to a hair color, but also the last print to try in the summer, in the form of dresses, tops and skirts.
Where have we seen it
The hallucinating pandemic period has decreed the return of tie-dye, a technical print, used precisely to dye garments, simple to make even do-it-yourself – and perfect to experiment in the boredom of quarantine. Motifs with spiral or circular shapes, usually in different bright colors: born in the 60s thanks to the hippie movement, tie-dye has always been associated with freedom of dress and rebellious. However, in 2023, the stylists say that there is no longer any need to reiterate the concept with hallucinogenic shirts: rather, the neon swirls are replaced this season by degraded shadows play in dark or neutral toneswhich give the garments a unique aesthetic, while preserving the intrinsic boho allure. The case of the runway by Ulla Johnsonwhich offers fresh dip-dye dresses that are also perfectly suited to more formal occasions.
Tie dye according to Ulla Johnson SS23 (Photo: Spotlight Launchmetrics).
Blurred digital or handcrafted printing thus becomes extremely sought after, losing all extravagance – and offers an alternative to the classic animal print or the clear floral print for Summer 2023.
Ulla Johnson SS23 tie dye dress (Photo: Spotlight Launchmetrics).
Summer 2023 tie-dye: how to combine dip-dye
If the traditional tie-dye goes perfectly with simple t-shirts and tops, designed for a casual look, the intended use of the dip-dye is different: the intrinsic refinement of the nuances in play sees it more suitable for dresses, skirts or trousers, or even day and evening blouses and tops, designed for a sophisticated and never banal outfit. Like the tie (dip) dye dress seen on the catwalk, characterized by balloon sleeves, flounces at the waist and small ruches on the neck: romantic, unpredictable, also perfect for a ceremony.
Then the combination is surprising, if you think of the usual pair of sneakers and frayed summer shorts in jeans, the undisputed companions of the traditional tie dye shirt: some crab sandals in low leather, which denote a certain style.
The total look makes you forget once and for all the excess of “hallucinogenic” tones, and bewitches by elegance. What to say: tie-dye, at least for now, we won’t miss…
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