Can the fashion industry say goodbye to seasons?

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For decades, change in seasons came with a shift in collections. To save the planet by promoting sustainability, the conversation about the fashion world going "seasonless" has received more attention these days than in previous years. With an established system in the industry, is there still room for seasonless fashion?

The answer is yes. According to fashion industry professional Remi Landau, designers and brands have become more detailed and intentional when designing clothes that can be worn throughout the year. Fast fashion has contributed generously to the decline of the planet and the dismal state of garment workers that the industry is ripe for appropriate adjustments. While brands and designers would still have to manufacture new clothing pieces for seasonless fashion, materials to be used are likely to be made from sustainable materials.

Seasonal fashion can give way to impulse purchases. In this day and age when individuals are getting rid of clutter, purchasing clothes particular to the season would only contribute to the mess. As designers put more thought into their collections, the pieces' longevity and durability can be promised.

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Cutting on purchases but not compromising on quality and integrity should be the move, says Remi Landau. Over the years, the fashion industry has become more successful in blending two seasons to come up with only two collections each year. Bright and pastel colors, usually worn during spring and summer, start to find their way to fall/winter collections, with neutral, earthy tones are sliding their way into spring/summer collections.

Fashion design professional and enthusiast Remi Landau gained significant experience in the industry while working as an assistant to a personal stylist at Bergdorf Goodman. Subscribe to this blog for more fashion updates.

Be on the lookout for these post-pandemic fashion trends

For concerned and informed fashion experts, the COVID-19 pandemic serves as a wakeup call for designers and manufacturers to slow down mass production and redirect their focus on sustainable fashion. The pandemic has led consumers and many designers to respect the environment more and set trends that encourage personal safety and sustainability.

The demand for personal protective equipment increased as COVID-19 broke out in the first months of 2020, says Remi Landau. The shortage in PPEs caused fashion brands to pivot their manufacturing to develop and offer PPEs to frontline workers. Consumers will be more receptive to minimalism as cleaner and simpler looks are projected to jump back in style. In addition, the minimalist approach to fashion supplements the industry’s efforts toward sustainability.

Sporty comfort tops the charts for individuals working out at home. COVID-19 has encouraged healthy living, and at-home workouts still require proper clothing for quality exercise sessions. Individuals look for workout clothes that are made from comfortable, high-quality, and soft materials.

Nostalgic fashion serves as a kind of escape as the world is faced with civil unrest, pandemic, and recession. 

The homewear wardrobe will be huge following the pandemic, as most people will opt to stay at home for a little while. Remi Landau mentions that the fashion industry saw a transition from loungewear to homewear to cater to the current demands of consumers. Designs are perfect for both at-home meetings and casual walks in the park.

Remi Landau served as an accessories intern for Harper’s Bazaar, responsible for assisting the head of digital marketing and coordinating the placement of accessories for fashion editorial shoots, For similar updates, head over to this page.