While spring may be here, we still have yet to retire our cold-weather clothing for the season. Just the other night, Selena Gomez combated the nippy New York City weather with the outerwear trend du jour: the bathrobe.
Gomez is the latest in a string of well-dressed celebrities who have embraced the fresh-out-of-the-shower fashion. Isabelle Huppert first piqued people’s interest at the 2024 Cannes Film Festival when she hit the Croisette in a white Balenciaga robe dress with layers of diamond necklaces and black sunglasses.
Rihanna was also not left behind as she took it for a spin in an off-the-shoulder Jacquemus number in London. By the time Angelina Jolie wore a black fuzzy coat to a Maria screening and Gigi Hadid layered a chocolate brown cardigan over black jeans, the bathrobe was officially on the map.
The idea of putting on traditionally indoor clothing as outerwear is a novel and eye-catching trend, sparking curiosity and discussion in the fashion world. This fashion trend reflects a broader shift towards prioritizing comfort and blurring the lines between private and public attire in fashion.
As they keep promoting their new album I Sia I Love Your First, Gomez joined her fiancé, Benny Blanco, for dinner on the town. She kept her base outfit simple in a white mock neck top, blue bootcut jeans, and white point-toe boots with gold hoop earrings. However, it was the flurry, butter yellow trench coat that brought her look from minimal to outré.
The Robe Outwear Trend revolves around wearing outwear that draws inspiration from the style and comfort of bathrobes and other traditionally indoor garments. These pieces often feature relaxed silhouettes, soft fabrics like terry cloth or faux fur, and may include details like wrap closures and tie belts, blurring the lines between private at-home wear and public fashion statements.
With the likes of Rihanna, Gigi Hadid, and now Selena Gomez bringing inside attire to the streets, we wonder if we will be seeing more bathrobes in the months to come. Brands might -look to at incorporating soft, comfortable outwear with robe-like silhouettes into their collections.
Materials like faux fur, plush knits, and soft wools could be key in creating these garments. This trend could contribute to a broader societal acceptance of more comfortable and less formal outerwear options. It further pushes the boundaries of what is regarded acceptable to wear indoors versus outdoors.