Tie Dye Is Back: How to Wear the Retro Print Now

Popularized during the hippie heyday of the Sixties and Seventies, tie-dye has made a massive comeback of late. It’s a trend that started last year, with the likes of Prada and Proenza Schouler bringing surfer-girl style to their runways, with pastel-hued T-shirt dresses and multicolored jackets paired with frayed denim shorts.

Fast forward a year, and the Spring/Summer 2020 runways are awash with tie-dye, from Versace’s uber-bright jackets and tops to Stella McCartney and Isabel Marant’s faded denim designs.

If it’s saturated shades you’re after, there’s plenty to choose from on the high street. Tie-dye beachwear and swimwear look cool whether you’re going abroad or sunbathing on a staycation, while denim is the natural partner of the happy hippie print.

For a more grown-up take on the trend, limit your color palette to muted tones like khaki, gray, or black and white, and opt for more sophisticated styles – a tie-dye midi skirt looks chic when teamed with a simple white tee or racerback body top and block-heeled sandals.

Scroll down to discover Savoir Flair’s edit of the best tie-dye pieces.