Spring/Summer 2024: Trending Prints and Patterns

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Spring/Summer 2024: The Must-Know Print and Pattern Trends for Your Wardrobe or Art and Design Projects!

This image features two women in front of a marbled gray background. The woman on the left has long, wavy blonde hair and is smiling gently at the camera. She wears a light, flowy top with a marbled pattern in shades of blue, pink, and white. The sleeves are short and draped. The woman on the right has dark, curly hair styled up, and a more serious expression. She is wearing a similar patterned top, but with a structured collar and a belt cinching at the waist. The colors of her top are in a softer palette compared to the other woman's. Both garments have a silky texture and the overall impression is one of a fashion photoshoot.
Two different variations of the Gently Marbled and Delicate Imprints Trend for Spring and Summer 2024. Even the background is somewhat on trend!

I’ve been buzzing with excitement about an upcoming project for my wearable art collection. In my quest for inspiration, I’ve dived deep into the world of print and pattern trends for Spring/Summer 2024. Staying on top of these trends isn’t just a sales booster – it’s a treasure trove of wardrobe, art and design inspiration, too!

Quick heads-up: Next week, I’ll be sharing an intriguing post on why fashion trends typically operate on a two-season cycle. It’s a fascinating detour I took while researching for this post, and I can’t wait to share my findings with you!

Now, let’s jump right into the vibrant world of Spring/Summer 2024 print and pattern trends!

  1. Expressive Collage and Surreal Digital: Get ready for a journey into the whimsical! This trend celebrates distorted realities with dreamlike prints, infusing a splash of surrealism that sparks the imagination.
  2. Sartorial Sport and Playful Crafting: A blend of sporty vibes with whimsical, handcrafted details. It’s all about mixing functionality with a dash of creative flair.
  3. Inclusive Text and Discord Checks: Embracing diversity, these trends highlight unique text patterns and a fresh take on classic checkered designs, offering something truly different.
  4. Gardening Club and Dream Vacation: These themes are your ticket to nature and relaxation. Expect charming gardening motifs and prints that whisk you away to dreamy holiday destinations.
  5. Gently Marbled and Delicate Imprints: For those who love a touch of elegance, soft marbled patterns and subtle imprints provide a sophisticated and understated charm.
  6. Folk Florals: A beautiful nod to cultural heritage, traditional floral patterns are reinvented with a folk-inspired twist, celebrating artisanal craftsmanship

Here are some resource links, many of which have great visual references!

Spring/Summer 2024 Print & Pattern Catwalk Highlights

Spring Summer 2024 Key Print and Pattern Trends

Spring/Summer 2024 Catwalk Print & Pattern Trend Report

A Few More Print and Pattern Trends!

there’s more! A few other noteworthy Spring/Summer 2024 trends include:

Graphic Florals: Think bold, monochrome florals with a hand-drawn feel. These designs, often in black and white or with a pop of red, are strikingly eye-catching.

Neutral Polka-Dot: The timeless polka dot makes a comeback, often spotted on simple yet chic blouses and dresses, reviving a hint of vintage elegance.

Harlequin Motifs: Playful yet sophisticated, the harlequin pattern with its iconic diamond shapes adds a unique flair to various pieces.

Placements and Texture Prints: These trends focus on the strategic use of design placement and textured prints within fabrics.

We can’t forget about the colour trends for Spring/Summer 2024! Here’s an excellent guide: These 9 Colours Are the Centre of 2024’s Biggest Fashion Trends

Final Thoughts on the Season's Trends

Of course, there are plenty more trends out there, but I’ll cap it here to keep things concise. Many other Spring/Summer trends seem to be timeless favorites, effortlessly transcending seasons and years.

I hope you’ve enjoyed this little tour through the Spring/Summer 2024 print and pattern landscape as much as I have! Got a favorite trend, or did I miss a key one? Drop your thoughts in the comments – I’d love to hear from you!

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Digital artist and graphic designer, Teresa Cowley

My name is Teresa Cowley, and I'm a digital artist and graphic designer from Vancouver Island, Canada. I focus on abstract and fantasy art as well as digital collage, and like to utilize AI art tools as part of my design process to create new, innovative pieces of art. I strive to create new, unique designs that tell imaginative stories, and I am eager to push the boundaries of what can be expressed with art and technology.

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