Then and Now: How Street Style’s Biggest Trends Have Evolved in 10 Years

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What goes down on the runways tends to get the most attention during fashion week, but we’re particularly interested in what all of the fashion set is wearing outside of the venues—a.k.a. the street style trends. This season, we’re going ten years back into the vault to relive 2013’s most iconic moments. Remember those furry Fendi bag charms or those Miu Miu’s fit-and-flare skater skirts? They were all the rage back then. In some ways, a lot has changed and in some instances, the evolution has been oh-so-subtle. Go back in time with us to see how street style has evolved over the last ten years and shop the of-the-moment looks that are defining 2023.

The Power Suit

2013 was the year of wearing blazers caped over your shoulders. Literally, no one was actually wearing their jackets, from street style star Aimee Song to Kim Kardashian. We wrote an entire story on the styling movement. Take a closer look and you’ll also notice that suiting also came in much more fitted silhouettes back then. Now, designers are loosening up the fits with oversized, boxy silhouettes. To keep the effortless movement going, pair yours with a ribbed tank, which is very much of the moment.

The Frankie Shop Bea crepe blazer

The Frankie Shop Bea pleated crepe straight-leg pants

Totême double breasted blazer

Totême sewn pleat trousers

The Micro Mini

Ten years ago, Miu Miu skater skirts ruled the street style scene. While we’re still gushing over the Italian fashion houses’ minis, the voluminous take has transitioned into streamlined boxy, pleated skirts. Wear yours with a matching blazer or a white t-shirt to channel your inner street style star this year.

16Arlington Nimue miniskirt

Prada Gabardine miniskirt

The Double Down on Denim

Believe it or not, the trendiest way to wear head-to-toe denim in 2013 was with a pair of farmer chic overalls. Of course, we’ll never let go of a full denim moment, but in 2023, we’re putting the dungarees on pause for more grown-up separates—like Ulla Johnson’s detailed jacket and Bottega Veneta’s Jodie jean.

Ulla Johnson The Odette denim jacket

Ulla Johnson The Margot high-rise wide-leg jeans

Bottega Veneta Teen Jodie Intrecciato hobo bag

Good American denim shirt

The Everyday Utility

The fashion scene loves the boyish sensibility of utilitarianism. So naturally, cargo motifs have managed to withstand the test of time on the street style scene. In 2013, it was all about leaning into a minimalist safari chic take. Now, the cargo movement feels bolder than ever, thanks to exaggerated pockets, unexpected layering, and statement styling.

Blumarine cotton canvas cargo pants

Zara wool-blend cargo pants

Wardrobe.NYC cotton-ripstop cargo trousers

The Frankie Shop Hailey wool-blend felt tapered cargo pants

The It Bag

From the flowers on Prada bags to the charms on Fendi crossbodies, 2013 was the year of the loud, statement-making handbag. Ten years later, quiet elegance rules the day, especially investment-worthy designs by The Row.

A.P.C. Grace small smooth-leather shoulder bag

Nothing Written Ferry bag

Madewell The Sydney crossbody bag

The Row Sofia leather top handle bag

The Maximum Impact Maxi

If there was ever a trend that never dies, it would certainly be the maxi skirt. But there are certain styles that get a bit more love than others. Ten years ago, it was the billowing, urban gypsy silhouettes from Givenchy’s Fall 2013 collection inspiring the street style crews. Now, it’s the structured denim takes that are owning the day.

Reformation Jayde denim midi skirt

Cos front-slit denim midi skirt