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1) Return of the ’80s

While Y2K fashion has dominated the vintage market in recent years, the coming 12 months could see the return of the ’80s. “We won’t see as many miniskirts and cropped tops—I feel like people will want to dress more conservatively,” says Marie Laboucarié, founder of Nina Gabbana Vintage. “I think a lot of people will be interested in wearing longer vintage pieces with strong shoulders.” Look out, in particular, for leather pieces from the era, from trench coats to bomber jackets, while the likes of Yves Saint Laurent, Thierry Mugler, and Alaïa are all set to grow in popularity.

2) Think Ultrafeminine

In keeping with this shift in mood, experts are preparing for a ’50s resurgence too, thanks to shows like The New Look hitting our screens. “I’m seeing a lot of ’50s styles coming down the modern runways, which usually informs the requests we get in the vintage world,” Novak explains. “I predict we will see a lot of ultrafeminine styles. The 1950s saw stunning patterns and elegant fabrics, while the New Look styles dominated the late ’40s.”

3) The Rise of 9-to-5 Dressing

Fashion’s favorite It girls have been embracing corporate dressing of late, with Kendall Jenner leading the charge with her John Galliano two-in-one dress at Paris Fashion Week. It’s a trend that’s set to continue into the New Year. “I think it’s a natural reaction to the very bare look we have seen for so many seasons now,” says Shrimpton Couture’s Cherie Balch of the move toward more tailored vintage looks. “It feels fresh to go in the total opposite direction. I love seeing how creative people are getting with vintage pieces mixed with very modern styling and accessories.”

4) Big-Impact Dresses Will Rule the Red Carpet

Given the theme of this year’s Met Gala, we can expect to see exquisite archival gowns on the red carpet in the coming months. “I have been focusing on pieces with a big impact; pieces that will stand out and feel timeless,” Balch says. “It’s about finding that perfect something that will make the person wearing it look their most beautiful, while still being a dress that will take your breath away.”

5) Ease Is the Name of the Game

Although we can expect to see more tailored looks going forward, ease will still be vital for vintage shoppers. That means flowing silhouettes and draping are likely to increase in popularity in 2024. “I am getting a lot of requests for things that are easy to wear,” Balch notes. “Bias cuts, fluid pieces, things that move well on the body and are still glamorous.”