Fashion Weeks are usually a prequel to what designers predict will rule the streets in the coming months. However, the 'oversized' brigade has been around for a solid minute now, and doesn't seem to be dwindling in popularity anytime soon. It is simply undeniable that oversized fashion has become a symbol of modern style.
These flowy and roomy pieces cater to a diverse range of body types, and have sure gained massive love over time. But, while fitness and health rule the internet in today's day and time, why is oversized clothing, which essentially hides all your 'gains', such a massive hit? Why are oversized clothes so popular? Be it oversized blazers, jumpers, sweaters or even shirts and jeans, spacious and voluminous designs are the benchmark of desirable clothing this season. These clothes are effortlessly suave, devilishly comfortable and can either be dressed up or down depending upon your mood.
When worn by slender bodies, they draw attention to the person's supposed thinness, drawing an illusion of how much room is left between the clothes and the body. As for larger bodies, they conceal the person's natural body shape, giving them a fashion-approved reason to walk with confidence without the burden of beauty standards on their back. Another reason could be the breaking of gender norms associated with oversized clothing.
While traditionally women were synonymous with slinky and fitted attire in offices, oversized suits hide all feminine features, offering a more neut.