Shoulder pads have been fashionable in various eras, from the 1930s when designers began to include them in their sketches, to the 1940s where their popularity is said to have been due to the influence of military uniforms.
When it comes to fashion, it's often said that "everything comes back around." We saw this with high-waisted trousers, a booming trend in the 80s, and bell-bottom trousers, a 70s style that we're seeing again in 2022.
Shoulder pads made a brief appearance in 2019's trends, but it wasn't until this season that they finally made it into our wardrobes. This trend is carving out a niche for itself in galas, evening events, our everyday lives, and on the red carpet.
Fashion week has brought many of this season's new trends, and shoulder pads have been one of them at Paris Fashion Week 2023.
Saint Laurent, followed by Balmain and Paco Rabanne, have been responsible for bringing this very eighties trend back to the runways. Oversized garments and dresses have been the favorites for adapting shoulder pads this season.
Shoulder pads are a great way to enhance the shoulder area and elegantly broaden the back. Thanks to this, celebrities are embracing this trend in their red carpet looks; it's rare to see them at photocalls these days.
