Luxebook July 2022

N othing in the world of fashion is ever obsolete, owing to the 20-year fashion theory that states trends repeat themselves after every 20 years. If you were to take a close look at fashion reports over the past decades, many trends have reappeared but with modern iterations. Be it ’80s-inspired fashion, mini-skirts, platform shoes, cat- eye sunglasses, corsets, ’90s neons or the 2000s low-slung waists; each trend has had a glorious peak a couple of decades ago. But their current versions are adapted and tweaked to suit the modern world. Giving a nod to the cyclical theory of fashion trends, Dolly J agreed that fashion from the past is emerging again. “Trends that were followed in the past, are making their way to the 2020’s. However, these trends do see some modifications and fresh elements, making them more relevant to resonate with today’s audience.” Runways in 2022 have been filled with ensembles that champion the idea of sexy and seductive clothing choices. Think less fashion, more flesh — daring cut-out details, micro mini skirts to show off those legs and lots of corsets! Corsets are back, in all shapes and avatars, from the corset belt to the corset choli . Proof enough, is their presence at the recently held Met Gala, where corsets were the hottest trend and a celeb-favourite. So, let’s just agree that they aren’t going anywhere. “Corsets are far from being new to anyone’s wardrobe, they have a way of constantly returning in modern iterations, or perhaps I feel Corsets are back, and, this time, with a refreshing spin and adorned by all genders! BY ARUSHI SAKHUJA A takedown of the modern corset it never completely left the fashion scene in my opinion. The garment evolves like the industry we thrive in,” exclaimed couturier Manish Malhotra. “Though corsets were never completely out of vogue, couture designers like Weinsanto, Acne Studios and Mugler all presented a reinvented version of the corset on the ramp during Spring/Summer 2022,” recalls fashion designer, Dolly J. Adding further, Monica Shah of JADE also agrees that corsets never really went away, “They’ve always existed on the scene in some way or another. And so, whether they flourish within the realm of Indian wear, especially bridal wear, is entirely up to the wearer’s personal preference.” Although corsets never ceased to exist, there was a brief period when corsets were considered a fashion faux pas given their infamous reputation of being detrimental to women’s health. But with period TV shows like Bridgerton and fashion events like the Met Gala giving corsets a nod, the trend is here to stay. “ We’re seeing the re-emergence of “royal core” in mainstream pop culture with shows like Bridgerton . The popularity of that kind of aesthetic along with a seemingly timeless love for vintage has definitely contributed to the presence of corsets in streetwear and on the runway,” added Shah. The modern corset 2022’s corsets aren’t made to be restrictive or achieve an ‘ideal’ body type. Yes, they’re not organ- crushing, faint-inducing or a version of waist-training, rather, FASHION-FORWARD 34| L U X E B O O K | J U LY 2 0 2 2 J U LY 2 0 2 2 | L U X E B O O K | 35