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We’re living in the era of the crochet renaissance, as the world rediscovers this retro stitching technique from the ’60s. This trend, which began before the pandemic, was given a major boost at the beginning of the year when Ella Emhoff, step-daughter of newly-elected American vice president Kamala Harris, shared her love for slow-fashion brand, Memorial Day and their colourful crochet bucket hats.

And the craze for crochet has only grown, with crochet bikinis becoming the defining summer trend this year. Right now, the ever-evolving trend is reinventing Y2k fashion with colourful crochet shoulder bags, scrunchies and halter tops. 

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1. SHOPBIFFLE

These two best friends turned their hobby into a business, selling stylish crochet clothes and matching tote bags. An advocate of slow fashion, their releases are few and far between but their designs get more creative with each batch.

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2. Ofniji

Based in Malaysia, Momma Niji and her daughter create colourful crochet tops with interesting necklines. 

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3. Crochet by SYA

A fast favourite among fashionistas, Crochet by SYA offers a wide array of trendy designs, from off-the shoulder and cross-wrap halter tops to their interpretation of Olivia Rodrigo's sequined butterfly bralette. 

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4. Stitchella

A trend within a trend, expect to see these fluffy crochet bags on every social media platform very soon. 

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5. Florally Crochet

If you're dedicated to completing your collection, Florally Crochet offers crochet scrunchies, card holders, key rings and even, drink holders in beautiful floral designs.

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6. saminbetween

This talented crocheter from Kuching makes the most adorable crochet accessories, including bright green bucket hats, sunflower earrings and Handsome Squidward totebags. 

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7. Knotted

From pastel-coloured crossbody bags to tiny pouches for your AirPods, the waitlist for these macramé—the close cousin of crocheting—bags can go up to 35 days but we can confirm that they are totally worth it. 

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8. Stringy Daisies

These creative crochet designs can be worn as a chain for your mask or your sunglasses. 

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9. Loopy Things

From psychedelic bandeau tops to shoulder bags and coin pouches, Loopy Things—whose designer is based between the UK and Singapore—is one of the cutest and chicest crochet and knitwear brands whose colour combinations and patterns will brighten up your day.

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