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#  Why Tie-Dye Is Back For Summer 2019  


It’s the hippie trend we were half-hoping wouldn’t return – but the new tie-dyes are more elevated and fashion forward and not all that difficult to pull off, here’s how…  


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Once the staple of flower-crown-wearing, Woodstock-goers, tie-dye is unexpectedly back under the fashion spotlight for SS19. Forget bold primary shades and psychedelic patterns, however – the new generation of tie dye features washed out, muted colours and a cacophony of pink shades; think of it as the evolution of the ubiquitous pastels trend.  
  
Put on the map by Stella, Prada and Chloé, the good news for grown-ups is that the look is no longer reserved for t-shirts; instead, feminine silhouettes including slip dresses and skirts have received the treatment. Brands are also taking cues from Proenza Schouler, a long-time tie-dye champion, whose washed denim is a surprisingly wearable nod to the trend.

 

 

 

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So why the resurgence? Harper’s Bazaar credits its uniqueness. ‘No two pieces are ever the same. In the '60s and '70s when tie-dye was pervasive, it became a symbol of individuality and creative expression through handmade, rustic versions’. These 20th century roots may also be responsible; with many of SS19’s trends taking cues from days of yore (think prairie dresses, fringing, bold shoulders and acid-wash denim), it’s no surprise that this fun, youthful look is back on the agenda. We can also thank the rise of the effortless trend – nothing says Cali cool like a could-be-DIY item thrown on with a casual pair of jeans.

 

 

 

 

### Still not convinced? Here are our tips for pulling off the look…

**Be Careful With Proportions**  
Get your tie-dye too tight, you’ll look like a singer in a 90’s girl band. Too loose, you’re one step away from a pair of wellies and an anorak. Go ever so slightly oversized with your styling to ensure you look like you know what you’re doing.  
  
**Pair With Denim**  
If in doubt, jeans are the easiest way to make tie-dye work. If it’s a dress, add a denim jacket – if it’s a top, add boyfriend jeans and heels. White denim also works – Lucy Williams provides endless style inspo for the look.  
  
**Save For Summer**  
Tie-dye isn’t a winter-friendly look, so we suggest saving it for warmer months and holidays. It works particularly well beach-side – a simple mottle print dress will earn you easy style points.

 

 

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**Shop our favourite tie-dye pieces below...**

 

 

 

 ![Batik-Patterned Lyocell Skirt from H&M](/sites/sheerluxe/files/styles/max_600x600/public/articles/2019/05/1hm-batik-patterned-lyocell-skirt.jpg?itok=3qd7GmBl)

 

 

 

[#### Batik-Patterned Lyocell Skirt](https://www2.hm.com/en_gb/productpage.0781841001.html)

##### H&amp;M, 



£34.99

 

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 ![Tie Dye Dress from Zara](/sites/sheerluxe/files/styles/max_600x600/public/articles/2019/05/2zara-tie-dye-dress.jpg?itok=fBgX--cN)

 

 

 

[#### Tie Dye Dress](https://www.zara.com/uk/en/tie-dye-dress-p04661108.html?v1=8239622&v2=1180778)

##### Zara, 



£29.99

 

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 ![Tie-Dye Skirt from Zara](/sites/sheerluxe/files/styles/max_600x600/public/articles/2019/05/3zara-tie-dye-skirt.jpg?itok=UQLik-8G)

 

 

 

[#### Tie-Dye Skirt](https://www.zara.com/uk/en/tie-dye-skirt-p08342183.html?v1=8625206&v2=1263962)

##### Zara, 



£25.99

 

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 ![Organic Cotton Tie Dye T-Shirt from & Other Stories](/sites/sheerluxe/files/styles/max_600x600/public/articles/2019/05/4stories-organic-cotton-tie-dye-t-shirt.jpg?itok=dtQaPyWc)

 

 

 

[#### Organic Cotton Tie Dye T-Shirt](https://www.stories.com/en_gbp/clothing/tops/printed-t-shirts/product.organic-cotton-zebra-t-shirt-white.0692480005.html)

##### &amp; Other Stories, 



£17

 

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 ![Ava Straight Jeans from Allsaints](/sites/sheerluxe/files/styles/max_600x600/public/articles/2019/05/5allsaints-ava-straight-tie-dye-jeans-punk-bleach-blue.jpg?itok=b9Dh0jHV)

 

 

 

[#### Ava Straight Jeans](https://www.awin1.com/cread.php?awinmid=3708&awinaffid=69421&clickref=&p=https%3A//www.allsaints.com/women/jeans/allsaints-ava-straight-jean-we350q/%3Fcolour%3D5656%26category%3D23)

##### Allsaints, 



£108

 

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 ![Shell Tie Dye T-Shirt from Topshop](/sites/sheerluxe/files/styles/max_600x600/public/articles/2019/05/6topshop-shell-tie-dye-t-shirt.jpg?itok=rlF4yxOZ)

 

 

 

[#### Shell Tie Dye T-Shirt](https://www.awin1.com/cread.php?awinmid=6009&awinaffid=69421&clickref=&p=https%3A//www.topshop.com/en/tsuk/product/shell-tie-dye-t-shirt-8296495)

##### Topshop, 



£19

 

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 ![Tie-Dye Cotton T-Shirt from Stella McCartney](/sites/sheerluxe/files/styles/max_600x600/public/articles/2019/05/7matches-tie-dye-cotton-t-shirt.jpg?itok=w1fVF55J)

 

 

 

[#### Tie-Dye Cotton T-Shirt](https://click.linksynergy.com/deeplink?id=etT1jgERWYw&mid=35725&murl=https%3A//www.matchesfashion.com/products/Stella-McCartney-Tie-dye-cotton-T-shirt-1249677)

##### Stella McCartney, 



£295

 

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 ![Aida Tie-Dye Organic-Cotton Dress from Story MFG](/sites/sheerluxe/files/styles/max_600x600/public/articles/2019/05/8matches-aida-tie-dye-organic-cotton-dress.jpg?itok=HrrfGGzj)

 

 

 

[#### Aida Tie-Dye Organic-Cotton Dress](https://click.linksynergy.com/deeplink?id=etT1jgERWYw&mid=35725&murl=https%3A//www.matchesfashion.com/products/1273892%3Fis%3D1273892)

##### Story MFG, 



£595

 

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 ![Embroidered Tie-Dyed Cotton-Jersey T-Shirt from Ganni](/sites/sheerluxe/files/styles/max_600x600/public/articles/2019/05/9net-embroidered-tie-dyed-cotton-jersey-t-shirt.jpg?itok=1pcf6LiK)

 

 

 

[#### Embroidered Tie-Dyed Cotton-Jersey T-Shirt](https://click.linksynergy.com/deeplink?id=etT1jgERWYw&mid=24448&murl=https%3A//www.net-a-porter.com/gb/en/product/1056936/GANNI/embroidered-tie-dyed-cotton-jersey-t-shirt)

##### Ganni, 



£75

 

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 ![Tie-Dye Stretch-Knit Top from Proenza Schouler](/sites/sheerluxe/files/styles/max_600x600/public/articles/2019/05/10net-tie-dyed-stretch-knit-top.jpg?itok=qxxVp7BA)

 

 

 

[#### Tie-Dye Stretch-Knit Top](https://click.linksynergy.com/deeplink?id=etT1jgERWYw&mid=24448&murl=https%3A//www.net-a-porter.com/gb/en/product/1128797)

##### Proenza Schouler, 



£545

 

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 ![Recycled Tie-Dye Tote Bag from Zara](/sites/sheerluxe/files/styles/max_600x600/public/articles/2019/05/11zara-recycled-tie-dye-tote-bag.jpg?itok=cBZCP2iE)

 

 

 

[#### Recycled Tie-Dye Tote Bag](https://www.zara.com/uk/en/recycled-tie-dye-tote-bag-p13825004.html?v1=8722620&v2=598018)

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£17.99

 

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[#### Tie Dye T-Shirt](https://www.zara.com/uk/en/tie-dye-t-shirt-p00264012.html?v1=8668624&v2=1180441)

##### Zara, 



£15.99

 

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