Fall style guide: Rocking oversized looks without looking sloppy
How to wear oversized clothing to look stylish and modern (collage: RBC-Ukraine)
This fall, oversized fashion is transforming: instead of bulky silhouettes, the trend favors clean, refined shapes. Sweaters, cardigans, blazers, and coats should be paired so that the volume looks harmonious and emphasizes the body's proportions. Maintaining a simple balance between loose and fitted elements will help create a stylish, modern look, says Yuliia Lysenko, stylist and expert from the Ukrainian Association of Stylists.
Transformation of oversized fashion
It's hard to say that the oversized style we're used to (baggy, several sizes larger) will remain completely in fashion. The trend isn't disappearing, but it is noticeably evolving.
Modern oversized clothing is becoming more structured, refined, and tailored. The "drowning in your clothes" look is gradually going out of style. Loose silhouettes remain, but with attention to lines and proportions.
Should you buy oversized pieces for fall 2025? (photo: pinterest.com)
How items are changing
Each clothing category shows its own evolution:
- Blazers and coats increasingly feature waist accents, adding femininity and structure to the look.
- Skirts and dresses are becoming more fitted, highlighting the figure and creating elegant silhouettes.
- Even cardigans and sweaters, traditionally associated with comfort and volume, are now cut closer to the body and appear more streamlined.
How to wear oversized clothing today (photo: pinterest.com)
To look stylish in oversized pieces, balance is key:
- If the top is oversized, the bottom should be fitted or more streamlined.
- If the bottom is voluminous, choose a fitted top without extra bulk.
It's also important to consider proportions. Oversized pieces should suit your height, body type, and overall style. Too much volume can distort proportions and create an untidy appearance.
In short, oversized fashion isn't disappearing, but its evolution is clear. Trends are moving to more precise and refined tailoring, where comfort meets style. Choosing pieces carefully and creating looks that not only follow trends but also flatter your figure is essential.
How to create a harmonious oversized look (photo: pinterest.com)
