5 Risqué New Trends to Try If You're Dressing for Revenge

I don't know about you, but I've been playing Taylor Swift's new album, Midnights, on repeat since it debuted. While "Karma" and "Anti-Hero" promptly went viral on TikTok—and pretty much everywhere—it's "Vigilante Shit" that I predict will be stuck in my head from now until eternity. In particular, these lines: "They say looks can kill, and I might try. I don't dress for women. I don't dress for men. Lately, I've been dressing for revenge." 

If a new Swift song has a fashion element to it, I certainly won't be passing up the opportunity to write about it. Below, I've rounded up five runway trends from the fall/winter 2022 and spring/summer 2023 shows that are fine places to start if you're ready to dress for revenge. Remember: Don't get sad—get even.

1. Thigh-High Stockings

The fall 2022 runways were chock-full of thigh-high stockings at Blumarine, Gucci, Valentino, and others. You can show them off with a cute minidress or go for a more subtle look by pairing them with a slitted maxi dress. You really can't go wrong either way. 

Blumarine F/W 22

Valentino Haute Couture S/S 22

2. Embellished Bras

Designers really want you to try a crystal bra for fall. The fall/winter 2022 shows included several different versions. Below are excellent examples from Area and GCDS.

Area F/W 22

GCDS F/W 22

3. Head-to-Toe Leather

Why not emulate Sydney Sweeney and try a head-to-toe leather look this season? After all, it's a trend that's officially runway approved thanks to Alexander McQueen and other brands. 

Alexander McQueen F/W 22

4. Mesh Tops and Dresses

Dion Lee is a pro at designing sultry, party-ready pieces, and the brand's F/W 22 collection was no exception. Would you dare to wear a see-through mesh top? 

Dion Lee F/W 22

5. Pants Optional

Bottega Veneta's pants-less S/S 23 look caused a stir in the Who What Wear offices. Kylie Jenner also recently tried the pants-less trend so it's bound to grow in popularity among fearless dressers next year. 

Coperni S/S 23

Bottega Veneta S/S 23

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