Forget Milan, forget Paris, forget New York. In 2023, the hottest fashion trends weren’t confined to the four walls of a runway. They strutted down cobblestone paths, took the subway express, and sipped lattes at sidewalk cafes. This year, the streets themselves became the catwalk, and the style icons were the everyday people who dared to express themselves through their clothes.

From Parisian pavements to Milanese cobblestones, we’ve scoured the world’s sidewalks to bring you the ten street-style looks that defined 2023. These aren’t just outfits; they’re attitude, they’re rebellion, they’re the sartorial equivalent of a mic drop. So buckle up, fashionistas, and get ready to be wowed.

1. Elsa Hosk: The Parisian Paradox

Imagine this: you’re strolling down the Champs-Élysées, minding your own business, when suddenly, Elsa Hosk glides past in a head-to-toe Dior ensemble that’s equal parts sophistication and comfort. Her flats might challenge the stiletto reign, but trust us, all eyes are glued to her monochrome magic. Paris bows down, and traffic stops – because on this street, Elsa’s the queen.

2. Tiffany Hsu: Red Light, Green Light, Showstopper

Step aside,, Tiffany Hsu’s coming through! This fashion force wields the pavement like her personal runway – and her weapon of choice? A black coat with shoulder pads sharper than any fashion critic’s tongue. Paired with the season’s must-have red tights and pink pumps, she’s not just turning heads. She’s stopping hearts. Forget black as the new black – bold is Tiffany’s signature shade.

3. Alexa Chung: Parisian Chic With a Punk Heart

Move over, Emily in Paris, there’s a new muse in town. Alexa Chung takes to the Parisian streets in a look that’s equal parts cool-girl couture and rebellious spirit. A cropped, embroidered bra peeks out from under a pleated white skirt, the epitome of city chic. But don’t be fooled by the ballerina vibes – that black leather belt cinches the waist with an air of “don’t mess with me.” This outfit isn’t just ready-to-wear, it’s ready to conquer.

4. Winnie Harlow: Milan’s Mobile Masterpiece

Winnie Harlow doesn’t walk the streets of Milan, she owns them. Dressed head-to-toe in Fendi logos, she’s a living, breathing billboard for the brand’s latest collection. The cinched trench coat is a geometry lesson in power dressing. And those boots? Pure fire. Winnie might be strolling through a city steeped in history, but her look is a bold manifesto for the future of fashion.

5. Nina Sandbech: Barbie Takes Manhattan (But Makes It Milan)

Step into a technicolor dream with Nina Sandbech. Her dress is a kaleidoscope of feathers and candy-floss hues straight out of a Barbie movie (with a major upgrade, of course). And let’s not forget the pink heels that declare with sass: “Cinderella’s glass slippers are so last season.” This Danish darling isn’t just strutting the crosswalk, she’s painting it with her own vibrant brushstrokes.

6. Rita Ora: Berlin’s Untamed Queen

Forget the cobblestones, Rita Ora’s boots are practically pounding a war drum through the urban jungle of Berlin. Her black and white cowprint stomp down the streets with a defiant purpose, while dark sunglasses shield her eyes from the paparazzi and the world. This is power dressing, redefined. Rita’s look is a duet of urban sophistication and untamed spirit, and Berlin’s concrete catwalk can barely contain it.

7. Ella Balinska: London’s Tutus and Tough

Move over, superheroes, there’s a new vigilante in town. Ella Balinska takes to the streets of London in an outfit that’s equal parts sleek and playful. The black turtleneck screams “business,” but the purple tulle tutu adds a playful pop of “pow!” And those boots? Over-the-knee and the color of a jealous violet. Ella’s not just attending London Fashion Week, she’s owning it, one tutu-clad strut at a time.

8. Victoria Magrath: Parisian Avant-Garde With a Pop of Sunshine

Paris, the city where every corner is a potential runway, is Victoria Magrath’s playground. The cropped top and golden pants cinched with a black belt are pure Parisian glamour, but with a glint of the avant-garde. Swinging on her arm is a sunshine-yellow Louis Vuitton bag, a ray of defiance against the Parisian drizzle. Victoria knows the game – she’s not just wearing clothes, she’s crafting a masterpiece, one sidewalk strut at a time.

9. Olivia Palermo: Feathers Take Flight in Paris

Forget denim, Olivia Palermo is making feathers the new must-have for fall. Tiptoeing in silver heels that would make Cinderella do a double take, she glides through Paris Fashion Week like a swan who just had a pillow fight with a couture atelier. This is high fashion with a whisper of whimsical fantasy, as if haute couture and the ballet just had a lovechild. Paris, take notes – this is how you do effortless elegance with a sprinkle of je ne sais quoi.

10. Leia Sfez: Parisian Peach Perfection

Step outside the Chanel show and into a vision. Leia Sfez strolls onto the scene in peachy Chanel overalls that scream “tres chic!” The black jumper underneath (Pantone’s 2024 color of the year, “peach fuzz,” FYI) is pure Parisian nonchalance, topped off with Chanel baubles and a classic black bag. This is Fashion Week with a side of effortless cool, and Leia serves it up like a sidewalk queen.

So, there you have it – the 10  street style looks that defined 2023. These aren’t just outfits, they’re testaments to the power of personal expression, the magic of individuality, and the fact that sometimes, the best fashion moments happen off the runway.