It is not uncommon for long-forgotten trends from the last century to celebrate a comeback – including the psychedelic tie-dye technique, or batik for short. But in contrast to the past, the colorful patterns are (often) no longer produced in-house, but can be purchased in numerous shops.
Colorful batik patterns were already very trendy in 2022. And again this year you can see the pastel-colored looks behind many shop windows of popular fashion brands – or in numerous online shops. The bright colors exude the right feeling and bring a certain lightness with them. Whether it’s dresses or swimwear, T-shirts or leggings, skirts or shorts: the hip batik trends are once again conquering the world’s catwalks. The looks that will be popular in 2023 are listed below.
Tie-dy patterns: These are the tie-dye trends for 2023
1. Bold colors
Even if classic batik trends are mostly motley, lie 2023 trending. The minimalist looks are elegant and fashionable at the same time. But don’t worry: pastel-colored batik looks are of course still popular: Whether , or – everything that is fun is allowed. And even bright colors – above all pink and yellow – are in demand this season.
2. Classic patterns
Nothing has changed this year at the : Ragged circles, narrow or wide adorn pretty much every piece of clothing – and that’s a good thing. After all, they are the result of the special , i.e. the tying and dyeing of textiles. The classic patterns last set new trends in the 90s and will probably do so again in 2023.
3. Lightweight materials
Since we tend to wear short clothes in the warmer months, most batik trends come in light materials: Thin fabrics such as or for swimwear, on the other hand, mostly water-resistant textiles are used – for example or nylon, like this one of the Floerns brand.
How to combine the batik patterns correctly
Due to the many colors and patterns, a tie-dye look can quickly bring unrest into an outfit. For this reason, here are the most important dos and don’ts:
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Combine tie-dye patterns with subtle colors. For example, if you wear a bright top, a pair of simple shorts goes well with it. If you choose a colorful dress, the knitting years above may come in light colors (preferably one that can also be found on the dress). Always ensure a balanced mix.
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If you rely on a combination of batik patterns and basics for your outfit, that does not mean that your accessories also have to be kept simple. Quite the opposite: whether jewellery, a bag or shoes – you are welcome to use bright colors, which ideally can also be found in a batik look.
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On the other hand, a wild mixture of different patterns is not really fashionable and an absolute no-go. In other words, don’t wear tie-dye looks in combination with textiles that have dots or dashes, lines or circles on them. As a result, the whole outfit usually seems far too intrusive and restless.
Source: Stern
I am an author and journalist who has worked in the entertainment industry for over a decade. I currently work as a news editor at a major news website, and my focus is on covering the latest trends in entertainment. I also write occasional pieces for other outlets, and have authored two books about the entertainment industry.
