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Nearly a century ago, Gabrielle Chanel disrupted women’s wardrobes with her first tweed creations. She valued the fabric for its flexible texture and irregular patterns, which give it a natural appearance, as well as for the casual elegance it imparts. For the House of CHANEL, tweed is a source of infinite possibility and offers exceptional creative freedom. It is declined in a variety of forms, colors, and styles.

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This season's London Fashion Week has overcome unexpected obstacles while the city honors the life and legacy of Queen Elizabeth II. Designer JW Anderson paid homage to the queen with the closing look of his show being a simple T-shirt that read "Her Majesty The Queen 1926–2022 Thank you." More abstract callouts included Richard Quinn's runway, which began with models dressed in all black with veils and crowns, and Nensi Dojaka lined her show's entryway with hydrangeas, the queen's favorite flower. While beautiful clothing surrounded these mournful statements, it symbolized a farewell to the queen and hello to a new future.

Can you believe we're already gearing up for 2023? This year went by faster than any before, and seeing designers deliver the first trends to know for the new year was such a thrill. Forever classics like animal prints and slip dresses were combined with new favorites such as bubble hems and an updated way to wear lace. Below, find the six trends you're going to want to know.

Yet again, Paris stunned with a packed roster of runway shows and presentations as the final stop of fashion month's tour across the globe. After a season of talked-about collections in New York, London, and Milan, designers debuted their latest runway shows with some seriously showstopping moments. A spray-on dress was made on Bella Hadid in real time on the Coperni runway, The Row showed us the true meaning of minimal luxury, and Saint Laurent brought out A-list celebs, including Hailey Bieber and Zoë Kravitz, for a show set in front of the Eiffel Tower.

In between the viral moments were stunning runway looks—so impactful that we will continue to think about them at length. With fashion-insider favorites such as Miu Miu, Loewe, and Chanel on the fashion-week calendar, PFW guaranteed some of the buzziest trends of fashion month. After studying the runways, we've zeroed in on the seven trends that will have the biggest impact in spring 2023, including everything from the new take on grunge to updates on suiting and more. Pencil these down because they are set to be huge next year.

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Fashion month is nearing its end, and after runway show after runway show, it’s safe to say we have a good handle on the next big fashion trends for spring 2023. Elevated, everyday dressing, high-octane sequins, sheer everything, and anything in between—the latest collections to come from fashion’s heavy hitters and emerging stars run the full gamut. Check out the best spring 2023 fashion trends to come from the runways, below. Then, shop each one to wear them well before the season arrives.

Baggy (and Baggier) Jeans

Denim trends have been leaning towards looser, more relaxed fits for a while now, but this season seals the baggy jeans trend in its place. Say goodbye to those skinnies—according to Bottega Veneta, Tibi, and more, you won’t be needing them for a long while.

Levi’s XL Flood Women’s Jeans

Bottega Veneta Light Bleached Wide-Leg Denim Trousers

Everlane The Baggy Jean

Supersized Blazers

No doubt, we love a power blazer moment. Only this spring, blazers are getting bigger and better. Luar and Coach each showed the world how suiting can be styled to the max with the supersized staple. From pairing it with classic jeans or coordinating trousers, there’s no doubt this will be a head-turning look.

Dal the Label Signature Linen Double-Breasted Blazer

TWP Oversized Double Breasted Stretch Wool Blazer

Pixie Market Pocket Blazer

Maxed-Out Hems

No, the micro-mini isn’t going away, but runways from the likes of Altuzarra and Tory Burch showed that floor-skimming maxi skirts will be everywhere come spring. And thankfully, this is one look you can wear for fall, too.

Acne Studios Metallic Belted Leather Maxi Skirt

Zara Satin Effect Midi Skirt

Jil Sander Ring-Stud Ribbed Linen-Blend Maxi Skirt

Sheer Everything

Seriously though, who doesn’t love a sheer moment during the warmer months of the year? Whether it’s in the form of a fitted turtleneck for a chic transition outfit or a mesh dress à la Maryam Nassir Zadeh, sheer fabrics are the perfect way to show a little (or a lot of) skin this spring.

Ichiyo Purple Mini Dress

Enza Costa Cotton Mesh Cuffed Long Sleeve Turtleneck Top

Prada Embroidered Mesh and Leather Midi-Skirt

Drop-Waist Dresses and Skirts

Heads up: The ’80s are coming back, and in a major way. You may think of drop-waist skirts as a thing of the past, but they’re about to make a return in 2023—as proven by Carolina Herrera and Sandy Liang (and they’re looking good). Honestly, we can’t say we aren’t excited about this one.

Ganni Taffeta Dropped Waist Midi-Dress

Ciao Lucia Kiki Cotton Maxi Skirt

Ulla Johnson Charlie Drop Waist Cotton Midi Dress

Sleek, Simple, and Crisp Tailoring

If you’re asking us, solid suit pieces are always a good idea. But for spring 2023, designers like Jil Sander, Peter Do, and Elena Velez are showing you that, with clean lines and beautiful materials, classic suiting can be anything but boring.

Vince Vince Tailored Wool Blend Blazer Vest

Mango Houndstooth Print Straight Trousers

Blazé Milano Ferien Stone Everyday Wool And Cashmere-Blend Blazer

Bubble Trouble

We never thought we’d see bubble skirts make a triumphant return, and yet Khaite, Ulla Johnson, and Proenza Schouler showed us that’s exactly what will be happening next spring.

Khaite Raya Silk-Linen Bubble Skirt

Aje Suzette Bubble Mini Dress

The Row Hana Asymmetric Bubble Hem Silk Maxi Skirt

High-Octane Sequins

Remember what we said about the ’80s? Well, if you took a look at Tom Ford’s latest collection (as well as Nensi Dojaka’s, Area’s, and Michael Kors’), you’ll know that includes blinding, shimmering sequins, too. Get your calendar ready—these looks were made with parties in mind, and all eyes will be directly on you, as they should.

Retrofête Arabelle Dress

Paco Rabanne Sequined Mini Skirt

Area Cropped Sequined Tulle Bustier Top

Heavy-Duty Leather

Nothing works for transitional dressing quite like a classic leather jacket. And for spring, the runways are encouraging you to extend your moto-inspired wardrobe beyond outerwear. From skirts and dresses to blazers (like those seen at Coach), the spring 2023 runways are calling it: Leather weather is better weather.

LaQuan Smith Leather Moto Mini Skirt

GANNI Leather shirt

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AllSaints Balfern Leather Biker Jacket

Romantic Balletcore

Contrasting the tough edge of leather with the softer side of the ballet, designers made themselves no strangers to the world of dance. From the (literal) ballet flats seen at Interior to the flowing tendrils and draping at Blumarine, this is one trend fashion can’t seem to get enough of.

Rodarte Metallic Knit Off-The-Shoulder Sweater

Larroudé Blair Ballet Flat In Silver Specchio

Calzedonia 20 Denier Sheer Back Seam Tights

Women’s Armor

As always, there are some trends that come as a pleasant surprise, like breastplates, which were seen at Gabriela Hearst, Bevza, and LaQuan Smith. Combining this trend with oversized blazers and arm cuffs (a spring 2023 jewelry trend, for those who are interested), one might say that spring 2023 is all about strong women. Hey, we can’t argue with that. To sport this trend next season (and this one, too!), we suggest metallic crop tops or corsets.

Fannie Schiavoni Mesh Crop Top

LaQuan Smith Iridescent Bustier Top

& Other Stories Metallic Corset Top

The Rise of the Derrière

Another surprising trend? Butts—literally. Collina Strada, Puppets and Puppets, and LaQuan Smith each had looks featuring details that drew the eyes straight down and to the back. As they say: We hate to see it go, but we love to watch it leave.

Camila Coelho Elena Mini Dress

Subsurface Hostess Pant, Ivory

Marshall Columbia Blue Mini Skirt

Acid Green

Acid green is color of the season—if you need proof, check the runways at Fendi and Miu Miu. It’s giving main character energy.

The Attico Virgin Wool BlazerCredit: Courtesy

By Far Lago Slide Sandal in Acid Green

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Bottega Veneta Small Intrecciato Leather Crossbody Bag in Apple Candy-GoldCredit: Courtesy

Dale Arden Chong is the Senior Fashion Commerce Editor at ELLE.com. Previously, she was an editor at MensHealth.com and has written for Who What Wear, GLAMOUR, The Coveteur, and more. She loves fashion, food, and art, among other things—but her greatest love is K-pop idol V of BTS.