Shirt is the most versatile trans-seasonal item in the wardrobe. This report will introduce you six silhouette trends for the development of women’s shirt in Spring/Summer 2023.

Not too much or too less, Lagom sources colors from the ‘balanced variations’ in intelligent living. Minimalist lines and thick hues are fused to pursue the multi-dimensional experiences. We need to slow down in the fast-tempo lifestyle to enjoy the joy in our lives. The anxiety from life and work stimulates our desire for healing. The inspirations from art, culture and senses satisfy the appetite of ‘Equilibrant Enjoyer’. Living a balanced, moderately paced, low-fuss life is what Lagom is all about.

Deconstruction design still plays an important role in menswear development. In this season, deconstruction accents the structural tailoring and is also fused with different forms of patchwork for updating. Deconstruction also promotes the reusing and upcycling of materials, and endows designers with more thinking patterns. With the continuity of functional elements and pragmatism, the deconstructed designs with detachability are presented by many brands. Fine cuts and structural designs improve the styling of multiple pieces. Besides, imbalanced, asymmetric deconstruction offers more highlights to individualized consumers.

Ethereal chiffon textile is a classic category for the development of S/S dresses, shirts and skirts. Beyond monochromatic design, pattern is also an essence for chiffon to create different styles. This report will mainly focus on the printed patterns of S/S 2023 chiffon dress to introduce the trend directions.

The versatility and unique charm of denim products attracts countless consumers. Designers also consider the patterns of denim as a key point in every season. With the rise of new Chinoiserie fashion, Chinese elements are injected to develop statement denim; rhinestones are timeless in the youthful denim market; laser printing still plays an important role; ethnic motifs are modernized by an urban touch; spray-print graffiti endows denim products with offbeat visual effects.

Cuff is an important part of sleeves. This report focuses on the different cuff designs of basic sleeves to determine the style of whole outfits.

Shirt is a must-have in the wardrobe. Based on the casualness of J-Korean style, this report focuses on the details on necklines, waists, sleeves and hemlines which endow daily commute wear with personality.

Pattern design always plays an important role in womenswear market. For A/W 23/24, tiny flowers are arranged into waves to accent the linear effect; points and lines are fused to improve the appearance; deformed ripples are joined by other geometric shapes for sharp contrasts; different kinds of geos are arranged regularly to create creative matrices; the geometry with highlighted edges set off the linear features; spatial design with multiple layers develop punchy misplaced graphics.

Shirt is the most important top for women and also a trans-seasonal product. Silhouette changes are presented on basics. Feminine cropped silhouettes, dramatic shoulders, wide bottoms, voluminous curves and slim fitting can better reflect the gracefulness of women. Short-sleeved boxy improves the inclusiveness and provides comfortable dressing experiences.

Hollow-out design plays an important role in patterns, especially in spring and summer. The combination with embroideries presents more smart patterns; laser cutting and hollow-out dots are diversified; hollow is also an important expression on knitwear. The layering with liner and the use of different materials leave blank spaces and show minimalist geometric shapes.

Accessory is a fashion language that can enrich details. This report focuses on the metallic accessories of businesswear. Business sliders, youthful sliders, D-shaped loops, creative buckles and diverse rivets are the five directions.

With the popularity of vacation casualwear, seaside elements are also trending upward. Classic palm trees, pineapples and bananas are decorated in details. Marine creatures like fishes and crabs are combined with letters to show vivid patterns. Seaside scenery is printed on shirts to create a passionate atmosphere. Classic stripes are joined by ocean elements to update the nautical holiday vacation style.

Metaverse -- The Design Development of Womenswear

Driven by the cultural confidence, neo chinoiserie has been a new fashion trend. Oriental aesthetics are integrated with contemporary fashion design. Traditional apparels are improved into daily clothing through modern silhouettes. This report will introduce the key design points of neo chinoiserie through following details.

Shirt design is tended to be more avant-garde instead of being formal. These ingenious structures on collars, sides, pockets, back and plackets endow daily commutewear with an understated personality.

Jacquard has the most enriched and diversified textures among fabrics. The jacquard fabrics in S/S 2023 present bright colors, abundant patterns, and diverse materials. For the development of womenswear, embossed jacquard, two-tone jacquard, and linear jacquard will be the three directions in the new season.

The clean Ocean Wave is sourced from the natural power. The changing, rolling ripples also reflect the healing color of sky, which allows urban people to enjoy the pleasant of nature. Ocean Wave is applied as the main tone to explore the diversity and practicality of color. The transparent and lustrous textures will bring different presentations.

The pattern crafts of clothing are diversified and enriched. Focusing on the additional layers of patterns, playful patches, hand-made studs, 3D embellishments, flocking, and textured metals are presented on clothing for personality and sophistication.

Badges and labels can be presented in multiple ways. The unique texture and durability of silicagel badge attract designers; cold metallic material also leads the fashion trend; embossed leather is suitable for various styles; diversified patches and labels are used as accessories. Besides, the combination of embroidery, print, and rhinestone also captures a part of the market.

Retro Time conveys the spiritual expression of Gen Z consumers' nostalgic emotions and awakens the memory of the golden age via scene replays. Discovering the oasis that we desire for, an escapist journey is started in the high summer. With the use of joyous tones, new elements are joined by the old to present a retro vacation style. Retro Time hopes to create a relaxing and carefree mini-vacation atmosphere for the busy teenagers in city. A self-healing summer rhapsody reminds us of the passion and romance in summer, and re-interprets the highlights of that classic, golden age.

Metaverse is a society under constant evolutions. The rise of virtual digital clothing leads to the innovation and revolution of fabrics. The consumer groups of Metaverse are the Gen Z and Generation Alpha who love luxurious streetwear. Driven by the styles as virtual interaction, futuristic technology, NFT, avant-garde streetwear, and smart business, designers bring suiting, digital knits, PU leather, patented leather, and metallic luster to the forefront of menswear. Focusing on visual effects and fun performance, the thematic fabrics of Metaverse are mainly applied to produce coordinates, trench coats, shirts, pullovers, and leggings.