THE RETURN OF MAXIMALIST FASHION:
The More Accessories, The Better
Fashion is cyclical. If 2024 was the year of quiet luxury and sleek, minimal style, 2025 ushered in the complete opposite: bold, head-turning maximalism and everything unapologetically over-the-top.
The current motto? More is more, less is a bore.
Details make all the difference. Accessories, or a lack thereof, can make or break an outfit, so it’s well worth being strategic about it. And now’s not the time to play it safe. Dainty, barely-there jewelry is out; loud, layered statements are in. So, if you were waiting for a sign to take your accessories game up a notch, here it is. Stack on a few more necklaces, bracelets and rings — think chunky, oversized, sculptural — and complement the look with the most in-your-face earrings you can find. After all, it’s not done until it’s overdone.
“How does one pull off a look like this?”, you may ask. Let your outfit be the canvas, not the centrepiece. A monochromatic suit or simple pairing can lay the groundwork for an abundance of visually striking pieces. Lean into the trend and take the opportunity to express yourself. You can start with something simple like mixing metals. (Yes, silver and gold can and should be worn together!) And then experiment with something relatively new, like wearing more than one belt at a time. (Functional? Not really. Fashionable? Absolutely!) No matter what you choose to try, find a balance between curated and chaotic and you have it made.