As the days get longer and the barometer rises, it’s time to give your winter wardrobe the flick and welcome some new spring summer favourites! From chunky jewellery and sporty athleisure to the revival of 90s minimalism – the cute summer fashion options are endless and we’ve got your fashion fix sorted at Stockland Rockhampton.

Fashion trends always move at a rapid pace, in many cases cycling in and out without us even noticing! It can be tricky to pinpoint what trends are a hit and which are a miss, but we’ve done the digging for you. Keep reading for five spring summer trends that are here to stay, and we will share how they can be incorporated into your existing wardrobe.  

Dupe Dynasty

Ally Fashion Twist Hoop Earring $5.99, City Beach Carve Milan Sunglasses $59.99, Cotton On Classic Watch $49.99, Novo Shoes Acee Top Handle Bag $89.95, Pandora Organically Shaped Stacking Ring $199, Supré Clara Mini Dress $45.  

Who doesn’t love looking luxe for less? The dupe phenomenon is here, and it’s not slowing down. Dupes, or ‘duplicates’, are affordable alternatives to luxury and designer items, allowing you to achieve the elevated look but keep your wallet happy. The nature of fashion is to lean on inspiration from outside sources, with much-loved designer favourites replicated time and time again by their more cost-effective counterparts. Have the handbag envy of all your friends with the Acee Top Handle Bag from Novo Shoes, or slip on the Organically Shaped Stacking Ring from Pandora. Let’s be real, even if you only wear them for one season, the cost-per-wear is significantly lower than the real thing! Win, win!

Athleisure luxe

Edge Clothing AAE Active Cap $39.95, Lorna Jane Classic LJC Rib Short Sleeve T-Shirt $65, Lorna Jane Irresistible Stomach Support Flared Legging $140, Platypus Shoes Asics Gel-NYC Sneaker $219.99, Rebel Bahe Principle Xbody Studio Bag $49.99, The Athletes Foot Hoka Arahi 7 Sneaker $259.99.  

Not to be confused with its original counterpart, ‘Athleisure luxe’ applies a high-end upgrade to the athleisure we all know and love through polished details and technical fabrics. The workout-gear-as-everyday-wear phenomenon got a facelift! Think refined tailoring, subtle branding, and elevated accents to give your casual outfits a chic twist. The Bahe Principle Xbody Studio Bag from Rebel is the perfect addition to your spring summer wardrobe, especially when paired with the Lorna Jane Irresistible Stomach Support Flared Leggings. The fabrics are more luxurious than your run-of-the-mill sports apparel, and look great when incorporated with regular clothes. The best part of the ‘Athleisure luxe’ trend? You don’t have to exercise to wear it.

Oversized accessories

Best & Less Womens Polarised Sunglasses $16, Lovisa Statement Large Wrist Cuff $29.99, Mimco Cool Cat Statement Necklace $249.95, OPSM Ray-Ban Bill One RB2205 Sunglasses $324, Strandbags Baggu Cloud Tote Bag $109, Universal Store Peta + Jain Tayla Pebble Bag $89.95.  

Move over micro! ‘Oversized accessories’ are back this spring summer and taking centre stage from the sleek sunnies and micro bags of season’s past. A welcomed introduction for those with a penchant for carrying the kitchen sink around with them! What’s not to love about chunky jewellery and oversized totes making their way back into the trend cycle? Similarly to ‘Athleisure luxe’, the metals are having their moment with large cuffs, chunky necklaces, and many iterations of the irregular-shaped drop earring – the bigger the better. The Baggu Cloud Tote Bag from Strand is a great option for taking you day into night but for a real statement try the Mimco Cool Cat Statement Necklace.

90s minimalism

City Chic Jojo Dress $129.95, Mystique Jewellers Ellani Tennis Bracelet $269, Oscar Wylee Loretta Sunglasses $269, R.M. Williams Piccadilly T-Shirt $79, Supré 90s Cut Off Denim Short $40, Surf Dive 'n Ski Adidas Samba Sneaker $160.  

The 90s brought the world so much in music, arts, culture – but also fashion. Clean lines, simple silhouettes and an emphasis on quality pieces characterised the 90s minimalism movement, and for this spring summer it’s back with a refreshed lens. Effortless is the key word to embody this trend, with high rotation items including the plain tees, slip dresses, and classic denim. Core pieces to include in your 90s minimalism wardrobe are the 90s Cut Off Denim Short at Supré and of course a crisp tee from R.M. Williams  (the Piccadilly T-Shirt is our favourite). This trend is one to reach for, offering simplicity and wearability at its core while remaining undoubtedly chic  .  

High-rise revival

Ally Fashion Classic Claw Clip $5.99, Blue Illusion Chloe Crossbody Bag $129.99, Forever New Alexia Bandeau Top $89.99, Katies Tie Front Short $59.99, Michael Hill Knot Split Band Ring $499, Optical Superstore Ray-Ban RB4171 Sunglasses $158.  

Looking for a trend that is ultra flattering and comfortable with a vintage twist? Hello, high-rise! The low-waisted fashion of late is taking a back seat, as high-rise shorts, skirts, and pants are back for the spring summer season. The retro-inspired fit has been reimagined in relaxed styles like the Katies Tie Front Short. Our favourite way to do the high-rise? Whether it’s a jort or linen pant, when paired with a monochromatic outfit with interesting accessories.

The great thing about these five spring summer trends, is they can all be interchangeable with each other. Think a 90s minimalist outfit with an oversized bag, high-waisted shorts with your favourite dupe sandal, or add a chunky cuff to your athleisure luxe fit. Head to Stockland Rockhampton for cute summer fashion that takes you from the beach, to a bbq, and everything in between.

Fashion trends always move at a rapid pace, in many cases cycling in and out without us even noticing! It can be tricky to pinpoint what trends are a hit and which are a miss, but we’ve done the digging for you. Keep reading for five spring summer trends that are here to stay, and we will share how they can be incorporated into your existing wardrobe.

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