The Insider-Approved Outerwear Trends We’re Wearing For Spring 2023

The ultimate Cool Girl™ hybrid, leather bomber jackets were a firm favourite among showgoers – and it’s not hard to see why. Their exaggerated proportions make leather bombers perfect for layering over just about anything, and bring a dose of androgynous appeal to dresses and soft separates alike. The best part? Local labels like Lioness are already making it easy to test-drive the trend yourself. 

It’s the denim jacket, but not as you know it. The Copenhagen crowd donned denim in subversive silhouettes like blazers, vests and patchwork chore jackets, and had us seriously rethinking our reliance on the classic trucker. Experiment with longline denim trench coats and lightweight shackets as we ease into warmer weather.

She’s prim. She’s proper. She’s going to the golf club for lunch with the ladies… She’s the cardigan silhouette we’re currently obsessed with. Look for slim-fitting knits with ornate buttons, collars and a little more structure through the sleeves, then contrast with baggy denim and ballet flats to keep things from getting too stuffy. Got enough knitwear? A collarless blazer channels the same preppy energy – layer with a striped top and gold jewellery for a clean-cut look.

Whether you recently caught football fever, or have been eyeing off the style since you saw Rihanna in one, the rugby polo renaissance is all over our collective radar. Wide block stripes and heavy twill collars are two hallmarks of this Blokecore essential, making it the perfect foil for daintier styles like maxi skirts and slinky trousers. Heavy cotton is a classic, while knits with polo collars are perfect for bridging the gap between fashion and field. 

The Scandi set knows their way around a blazer, so when they thumbs-up a trend, we’re taking notes. This season, boxy blazers took a back seat in favour of cinched-in waists. Pleats, darts and clever tailoring can all create this hourglass effect (team with a wide-leg pant for maximum impact), or you can DIY by belting an oversized blazer you already own.