This Trend Seriously Needed a Refresh, and These Under-$40 Pieces Really Deliver

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If you're tuned in to the fashion world on any level, you're probably aware that tie-dye emerged as a major trend around this time last year. We reported on it as soon as we noticed it and proceeded to immediately wear the print on repeat, but it definitely hit a saturation point and many of our editors vowed to at least stop buying more of it.

That being said, 2020 is ushering in a new version of the acclaimed tie-dye print you and I saw so much of last year. On the S/S 20 runways, we saw the loud rainbow colors and sharply defined tie-dyes of yore give way to softer versions of the print involving more monochromatic colorways and watercolor-inspired patterns. At Tibi, that manifested in dyed denim skirts and trousers, while at Dior, tie-dyed maxi skirts were elegantly styled with lace-up sandals (another big spring trend to watch).

So naturally, when we saw this shift begin to happen, we knew that we needed to get our own Who What Wear collection on board. As we always do with the must-have items of the moment, we designed our very own soft tie-dye print pieces (including everything from skirts to dresses to sweatshirts). To see and shop the tie-dye pieces (and get all the outfit inspo you could possibly need), just keep scrolling.

On the Spring Runways

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Tibi S/S 20
(Image credit: Courtesy of Tibi)

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Dior S/S 20
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Prabal Gurung S/S 20
(Image credit: Courtesy of Prabal Gurung)

See the 2020 take on tie-dye:

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Our beauty editor Erin raves about how soft this sweatshirt is, and we happen to think it looks cool with relaxed jeans.

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A pair of strappy sandals and our midi dress makes for a winning spring look.

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Ground bohemian tie-dye prints with of-the-moment chunky boots.

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Softer, watercolor-inspired tie-dye is the 2020 update the trend desperately needed.

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A medley of rainbow colors feels much more achievable to wear when arranged in a soft ombré pattern.

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White sneakers are a fresh way to wear a tie-dye print dress.

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Swap in a colorful coat to bring new life to your cold-weather outfits.

In the mood for more affordable trend guides? Check out the spring trends our editors nabbed for under $50.

Editor

Anna is an editor on the fashion team at Who What Wear and has been at the company for over five years, having begun her career in the Los Angeles office before relocating to New York, where she's currently based. Having always been passionate about pursuing a career in fashion, she built up her experience interning at the likes of Michael Kors, A.L.C., and College Fashionista before joining the team as a post-graduate assistant editor. Anna has penned a number of interviews with Who What Wear's cover stars over the years, including A-listers Megan Fox, Issa Rae, and Emma Chamberlain. She's earned a reputation for scouting new and emerging brands from across the globe and championing them to our audience of millions. While fashion is her main wheelhouse, Anna led the launch of WWW Travels last year, a new lifestyle vertical that highlights all things travel through a fashion-person lens. She is passionate about shopping vintage, whether it be at a favorite local outpost or an on-the-road discovery, and has amassed a wardrobe full of unique finds. When she's not writing, you can find her shooting street imagery on her film camera, attempting to learn a fourth or fifth language, or planning her next trip across the globe.