With 2010 quickly coming to an end, I figured it would be appropriate to recap some of the popular fashion trends of the past year. While I’ll be alright with seeing certain looks disappear from the clothing racks there are some trends that I hope will stick with us through New Year.
Here are the best styles of 2010:
1. Fringe.
This look always reminded me of a mix between western and ‘70s styles.
While frst having ambivalent feelings about tassels at first, I have slowly become a fan.
Fringe was mostly worn casually on boots, bags and shirts, but eventually reached the red carpet when Christian Louboutin debuted his beige fringe booties.
2. Off-the-shoulder.
A trend that began to popularize in the spring has now evolved into the winter go-to style.
Since the weather has gotten colder, the off-the-shoulder dress (or shirt) has lengthened into a full one-sleeve.
3. Army green.
This color has been seen on a lot on garments and can go with almost every outfit.
Since it is a neutral shade, it goes with a lot of different pieces and can instantly make an outfit “military-chic.”
4. Exaggerated shoulders. Our mothers were probably surprised when they saw these on the shelves, but padded shoulders have been huge this year.
We have seen embellished, padded and pointed padded shoulders on coats, dresses and shirts this season.
5. Sequins. Sequins were typically worn minimally as a sort of embellishment on a garment.
This year, they have been covering dresses, pants and everything in-between.
Colors of sequins have include gold, black, silver, navy and multicolored.
6. Boyfriend blazer. Even if an outfit is the simple like jeans and a t-shirt can look really complete with this simple addition.
While black blazers are typical, more colors are appearing that can either dress an outfit up or down, depending on how it’s worn.
7. Stripes.
Out with the polka dots and in with the stripes.
Stripes can be paired with other patterns without making an outfit appear too busy.
Whether the stripes are thin or thick, they can be worn in any color with nearly any outfit.
8. Jean shirts.
Denim is in.
This year I have seen jean shirts everywhere and I love it.
This casual look can be dressed up by pairing it with a short skirt.
Whether worn layered, with the sleeves rolled or alone, this was a super cute, yet unexpected, trend.
9. Nude.
Shoes, jackets, purses, dresses, you name it, I love it in nude!
This neutral color has been a great alternative to white.
While I love the color, it must be worn with caution, because it has the tendency of washing other colors out.
10. Standout jewelry.
The name speaks for itself.
There is nothing like a bold piece of fashion jewelry to complete an outfit.
Standout jewelry pieces are cocktail rings or emerald earrings.
Regardless of what kind of accessory it is, it will be the perfect way to accessorize a plain outfit.
Miriam Wolf can be reached at miriam.wolf@spartans.ut.edu.