Celebrities Are Loving The 'Bubble Skirt' Fashion Trend This Summer 2024
Bubble skirts are back! Spotted on BLACKPINK's Rosé and Jennie, lots of celebrities are calling for the return of this girly trend for the summer.
In recent months, the fashion industry has witnessed the resurgence of an iconic trend from past decades: the bubble skirt. Once a staple on the runways from the 1980s to the early 2000s, these airy, voluminous dresses have made a triumphant return. From Miu Miu's Spring/Summer 2023 collection to Jacquemus's breathtaking showcase at Versailles, this charming revival shows no signs of abating. L'OFFICIEL invites you to explore this enchanting trend and consider adding it to your summer wardrobe.
Miu Miu
Miu Miu, under the visionary direction of Creative Director Miuccia Prada, has consistently infused its designs with sweet, nostalgic inspirations. This approach has not only sparked the #balletcore trend and the "Miu Miu Girls" schoolgirl aesthetic but has also bolstered the brand's esteemed reputation. Regularly featured in the top 5 most searched brands on the Lyst Index, Miu Miu fiercely competes with its sibling brand, Prada, for the top spot.
In the Spring/Summer 2023 collection, Miu Miu introduced short dresses embellished with fluttery details, transforming them into delightful and playful bubble dresses reminiscent of the Y2K era. The Fall/Winter 2024 collection saw the evolution of these bubble dresses into longer, more voluminous versions, catering to the need for warmth in the cooler seasons.
Jacquemus
Simon Porte Jacquemus, a standout designer of recent years, has significantly influenced youth fashion with iconic pieces like the Le Chiquito bag and collaborations with Nike. His collections from Spring/Summer 2020, Fall/Winter 2023, and most recently Fall/Winter 2024 prominently feature puffy, flowing fabrics.
The pinnacle of Jacquemus’s exploration of the bubble dress came during the "LE CHOUCHOU" show at the Palace of Versailles in 2023. Model Kendall Jenner's appearance in a bubble dress was the highlight of the collection, a design later worn by BLACKPINK's Jennie for a magazine cover shoot.
Proenza Schouler
Proenza Schouler has demonstrated that bubble skirts can evoke both grace and simplicity. In the Fall/Winter 2022 show, the American brand presented one-piece dresses that created elegant silhouettes, with flexible curves and skirts that floated like bubbles, offering a sophisticated yet understated aesthetic.
Celebrity Inspirations
Princess Diana remains an enduring fashion icon, her style continually celebrated. At the Cannes Film Festival opening ceremony in 1987, she wore a flowing black and white striped dress by Catherine Walker, paired with a white vest, exuding elegance and sophistication.
BLACKPINK’s Rosé, as an ambassador for Tiffany & Co., attended the Tiffany Titan by Pharrell Williams collection launch in an anise-colored evening dress that resembled a blooming flower. The dress, combined with silk bow-detailed high heels, presented Rosé as an adorable "living doll."
Taeyeon showcased a trendy yet comfortable look by pairing a white T-shirt over a gray sweater with a flowing short skirt, proving that minimal accessories and makeup can still create a fashionable ensemble.
In the music video for "SPOT!", Jennie of BLACKPINK donned a short, flowing black dress, styled with a blue and black striped polo shirt, a pearl necklace, and a tie. This 2000s-inspired outfit was both accessible and striking.
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