In 2022, These Are the Only Dress Trends That Will Matter

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We’ve been covering a variety of standout trends that will reign supreme in 2022, including the new It blazer silhouette and even the latest in "naked” trends. Well, next up, we thought we’d do a deeper dive into the specific 2022 dress trends that will enter the spotlight in a major way.

Some of the silhouettes in question have actually been around for a minute but will continue to hold their own with fresh updates for the season. There are other styles—more micro-trends, if you will—that will give any wardrobe a forward and of-the-moment feel. Ahead, check out the key dress trends that will matter this year. If something catches your eye, there’s also a smattering of inspired shopping picks to suit a range of styles.

Multiway Dresses

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There is a rise in "multiway" dresses. You know, those silhouettes that can be worn in different fashions for max versatility. Our latest Who What Wear Collection style, for example, can be converted into four different silhouettes.

Black Cutout Dresses

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Cutout dresses have been front-runners among the fashion crowd for the last few seasons. This year, consider those silhouettes that have the cutout front and center for a modern vibe.

Colorful Dresses

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Columns of color—a key trend for 2022. This happy trend is pure joy and much needed. A dress style in a saturated hue is the moment.

Dreamy White Dresses

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As designers from Rodarte to Erdem showcased on the S/S 22 runways, the fancy white dress is It for 2022. This gorgeous style is ideal for weddings or, you know, everyday life if that's your thing.

Smocked Dresses

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Yep, shirred dresses are here to stay for 2022. The smocked detailing (usually at the bodice) is a key detail for the season.

Next, check out outdated 2022 trends.

Bobby Schuessler
Market Director

Bobby Schuessler is a fashion editor with over a decade of editorial experience covering shopping, style, and beauty. He's spent over seven years at Who What Wear, currently leading the market team to deliver highly covetable and convertible content. He creates data-driven shopping guides featuring top retialers like Nordstrom, Shopbop, and Net-a-Porter and is at the forefront of Who What Wear's shopping tentpole strategies, including Amazon Prime Day. He also works on branded content initiatives and appears on camera in video and shopping livestream franchises. He has also worked across a variety of other media brands and fashion retailers like Refinery29, PureWow, Men's Health, and Gilt covering commerce, trend reporting, women's and men's fashion, home, and lifestyle.