They say you can’t reinvent the wheel, and this is especially verifiable in the fashion industry. Throughout the years, we have seen numerous fashion styles making a comeback for a few seasons, so don’t throw away your mother’s clothes just yet. If you’re wondering what trends the fashion industry pulled out of its hat for the upcoming season, here are some you won’t be able to ignore. 

Oversized Victorian sleeves 

If you are a fan of Jane Austin’s 19th-century novels, you’ll be pleased to find out that some of that Victorian fashion is making a comeback 200 years later. The oversized sleeves create the illusion of a slimmer waist, adding a touch of femininity to the ensemble.  

80’s vintage puff sleeves fall into the same category, so go to your local thrift store or second-hand shop to find unique pieces you can revive this season.

The good news is that you won’t have to worry about the color scheme – since your large, puffy sleeves will be likely seen from across the street, you can wear soft colors during the day and add a higher dose of drama for the night with strong colors, including black. 

To keep proportions balanced, opt for A-line skirts or skinny pants on the bottom. 

Chunky boots and feminine dresses

The epitome of laid-back style this season is to wear your most comfortable, flower-printed dress with a pair of chunky, grunge-inspired boots. They are the perfect combination for a rainy day or your favorite spring music festival and will make you look both stylish and incredibly fresh. 

You can combine any print or patterns you want – the crazier, the better. However, if you want to stay in the safe zone, opt for a flirty leopard print dress with ankle-high chunky boots. 

Faux leather

Although it never went out of style, faux leather is now more present on the catwalks of big fashion brands. From maxi coats to jumpers and overalls, it is all about faux leather this spring. 

Versatile and easy to wear, jumpsuits are perfect for all-day-long meetings or a night out with your best friend. If it’s still cold outside, opt for a jacket of the same color and fabric to complete your look. 

Although these pieces work best with stiletto heels, numerous stars have been seen accessorizing them with flat sandals, chunky army boots or regular Chelsea boots. 

The maxi coats will channel your 90s throwback when it was all about Keanu Reeves’ Matrix movie. However, since small-lens sunnies are out of style, you can combine your coat with a pair of regular sunglasses, skinny jeans, and a simple shirt. 

Bucket-style bags

Thank Largerfeld in heaven for the end of the fanny pack era. In 2020, it is all about the bucket bag. The original dates back to a Louis Vuitton collection in 1932 and it has recently made a comeback as it is feminine, versatile, and perfect for keeping all your essentials. 

Match the shade of your bag with the rest of your outfit or make a statement by wearing one in a block color. Practical and extremely roomy, the bucket bag should be your best friend in the upcoming season.

Chunky, oversized gold chain necklaces

Finally, a trend that rarely goes out of fashion. It has been popular for decades amongst the minority community and has often been seen as a statement of power and wealth. 

This trend goes directly from the streets to the most exclusive runway shows looking fresher than ever. Combine it with military-inspired pieces, floral dresses or even office jackets and tailored pants for a stylish urban look. 

If you want to make a statement, wear two oversized gold chains on top of an oversized sweater and a pair of over-the-knee boots. 

Bucket hats

Last but not least, bucket hats are also making a comeback from the early 2000s. Although it won’t replace your kid’s regular helmet as you can see from this interesting article, it can still become a statement piece to complete your and your girl’s outfit. 

The pastel bucket hat can be combined with feminine pieces for a relaxed afternoon at the park or running errands in the city. Wear it with comfortable flats and a pair of high-waisted flared jeans. 

New Year’s Eve is just around the corner and with it, we should say goodbye to some of the fashion trends that were all over the world in the past few years. I can’t say I’m sad to see some of these finally fading away, especially since I’ve lived through the 1990s and got to experience them “first hand”. They weren’t flattering then, and most certainly aren’t flattering now, almost three decades later. 

Without further introductions, here is what you should toss from your last year’s wardrobe, along with all the pictures in which you were caught wearing these items. Trust me, it’s better to invest in timeless wardrobe pieces instead of looking through your Instagram feed a few years from now and asking yourself: “What in the world was I thinking?”

1. Bomber jackets

For the past few years, bomber jackets were seen on all celebrities, style icons, and Instagram fashionistas. They were worn with anything from high heels and midi bodycon dresses to jeans, crop tops, and flats. 

And, as fun as they were, it’s high time you said goodbye to them. Perhaps you shouldn’t throw them away just yet but you should put them in the back of your closet and keep them there until it’s their era to shine again. Or you could donate to someone else and have them wonder whether they’re comfortable wearing stuff that’ll turn heads, and not for all the right reasons.

2. Hipster glasses

Some trends are better left in the past, where they belong. Remember the days when Coolio’s “Gangsta Paradise” was all over the radio and everyone was into those small sunglasses that barely covered your eyeballs? Exactly. These should be fun or embarrassing moments from your adolescence rather than a fashion trend everyone was blindly following in 2018 and 2019. 

The good news is you can put those sunglasses away for good and switch back to regular-size ones to protect you from the harmful effects of sun rays. The only time you should be ever caught again wearing minuscule glasses is if you throw an 80s themed party where you can exhibit fashion’s weirdest moments. 

3. Cropped flared jeans 

Another trend from the 60s revived throughout the 80s and the beginning of the 90s, cropped flared jeans are nothing but flattering. Sure, they are comfortable but, unless you’re 5’9 and 120 pounds, you can forget about them. 

They look remotely cool with high-heeled booties and some fitted tops to balance the proportions but other than that, they are almost impossible to style and look good on you. Besides, the cropped shape will optically cut your legs, making them even smaller and fatter. So, no! 

The good news is that you can still invest in loose jeans as they will continue to be in style, alongside the always-popular skinny ones. You can pair them with anything, including some old sneakers and a rock t-shirt and channel a teenage, rebellious version of Avril Lavigne only this time on a scooter for adults and not a skateboard. 

4. Waist bags or fanny packs 

The only reason why fanny packs were trending again was that they are practical at concerts and festivals. They are big enough to carry all your essentials – phone, keys, money, and lipstick while providing maximum freedom of movement. 

It’s just so much easier to put your hands up in the air at Coachella when you don’t have to worry about your purse. However, as handy as they might have been, their era is (thankfully) coming to an end. Shoulder bags are back in and they’re as versatile as the fanny packs without that weird “dad” retro vibe.