These 6 “anti-trends” will soon be fashionable again

We all know the struggle of wanting to indulge in the latest trends, but worrying about their longevity; what if we told you that the right seasonal trends can be timeless? The trick is shopping carefully for pieces that integrate seamlessly into your personal wardrobe. We’re talking about so-called “anti-trends”: pieces that might not be on your radar but when styled correctly, can enhance your look and make it cool.

A guest is seen wearing a gold chain necklace, a white long sleeves long dress, a beige suede sequins bag, black leather ballerinas outside the Rabanne show during the Womenswear Spring/Summer 2024 as part of Paris Fashion Week on September 28, 2023 in Paris, France.

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Anti-trends are those classic pieces that always end up coming back: cigarette jeans, ruffled blouses, midi skirts…
Read on to find more anti-trend items and how to style them for a chic yet modern look.

Anti-trend #1: A maxi dress and flats

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The contrast between the flats and the maxi dress is what makes this outfit pop: loafers or ballet flats will create a very chic tension with your fluid maxi dress.

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Ganni

White Floral Satin Maxi Dress - Size 32 Elastane

Delivery: free

£237.00 ~~£395.00~~

GANNI

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AllSaints

Polyester Arlea Tulle Maxi Skirt, Size: UK 14/US 10 Black

Delivery: free

£139.30 ~~£199.00~~

AllSaints

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Ganni

Leopard Chiffon Maxi Dress - Size 32 Mixed Multi

Delivery: free

£141.00 ~~£235.00~~

GANNI

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AllSaints

Polyester Aude Ruffle Maxi Skirt, Size: UK 14/US 10 Black

Delivery: free

£139.30 ~~£199.00~~

AllSaints

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MARIA LUCA

Black Net Ballerina Augusta

Delivery: £15.00

£224.00 ~~£372.00~~

Balardi

Charles & Keith

Gertrude Mesh Mary Jane Flats Black

Delivery: £4.00

£59.00

Charles & Keith

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Tory Burch

Tory Burch Ballerine Donna Pelle Nero

Delivery: £15.00

£211.00 ~~£284.00~~

Balardi

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Charles & Keith

Chain-Link Pointed-Toe Ballet Flats Black

Delivery: £4.00

£41.30 ~~£59.00~~

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Anti-trend #2: Ruffle blouses

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The epitome of Scandi style, a plain-coloured ruffle blouse adds depth and sophistication to any minimal look. When paired with baggy jeans, it gives ease and femininity.

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Susanne Bommer

Susanne Bommer White

Delivery: £15.00

£172.00 ~~£242.00~~

Balardi

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Ganni

Ruffle-trimmed ribbed-knit sweater Green

Delivery: Delivery costs apply

£117.00 ~~£195.00~~

Mytheresa

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Isabel Marant

Pamias Top White

Delivery: £15.00

£200.00 ~~£233.00~~

Balardi

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Roman

Ditsy Floral Print Ruffle Top Green

Delivery: free

£22.00 ~~£28.00~~

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Anti-trend #3: A midi skirt with a sweater

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Pairing a casual sweater with an interesting midi skirt makes for the perfect anti-trend look! Whether you French tuck your sweater or let it hang loose, the skirt is the true star here. Finish off the outfit with sneakers for a casual day look or with tall boots for more elegance.

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Polo Ralph Lauren

Slim Fit Cable Knit Blue

Delivery: £15.00

£166.00 ~~£218.00~~

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Fat Face

FatFace Maeve Natural Cable Knitted Sparkle Jumper

Delivery: £4.95

£65.00

FatFace

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Pinko

Pinko Wool And Cashmere Logo Sweater Purple

Delivery: £15.00

£169.00 ~~£220.00~~

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Fat Face

FatFace Bella Tan Brown Batwing Knitted Jumper

Delivery: £4.95

£52.00

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The Garment

Wool Blend Skirt With Check Pattern Grey

Delivery: £15.00

£213.00 ~~£265.00~~

Balardi

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Max Mara

Paraggi cotton velvet midi skirt Black

Delivery: Delivery costs apply

£224.00 ~~£320.00~~

Mytheresa

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Pinko

Pinko Nuova Guinea Skirt Black

Delivery: £15.00

£159.00 ~~£202.00~~

Balardi

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Frankie Shop

Gabrielle knitted midi skirt Black

Delivery: Delivery costs apply

£161.00 ~~£230.00~~

Mytheresa

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Anti-trend #4: Pencil skirts

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In times of baggy clothing and oversized silhouettes, pencil skirts have probably been relegated to the back of your wardrobe. But with Y2K Officecore taking the internet by storm this Fall/Winter, it might be time to bring the old pencil skirts out. Cool girls style them with baby tees for a chill look.

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The Garment

Wool Blend Skirt With Check Pattern Grey

Delivery: £15.00

£213.00 ~~£265.00~~

Balardi

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Kocca

Midi Skirts, female, Green, S, Chic Leather Look Pencil Skirt

Delivery: Delivery costs apply

£85.36

Miinto

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Rotate

Skirts Red

Delivery: £15.00

£181.00 ~~£229.00~~

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Roman

Faux Suede Pencil Stretch Skirt Brown

Delivery: free

£32.00

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Anti-trend #5: Bold prints

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Eye-catching prints and wild patterns are coming back but with a twist! Now these mixed prints fit perfectly with a monochrome look, so you’ll find stripes and checks in different shades of the same hue.

Akep

Skirts Beige

Delivery: £15.00

£215.00

Balardi

adidas Originals

Cropped Puff Jacket Red

Delivery: Delivery costs apply

£130.00

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Max Mara

Max Mara S Rebecca Blouse Black

Delivery: £15.00

£148.00 ~~£157.00~~

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Yohji Yamamoto

TNC LS Tee Black

Delivery: Delivery costs apply

£150.00

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Ganni

Leopard Chiffon Maxi Dress - Size 32 Mixed Multi

Delivery: free

£141.00 ~~£235.00~~

GANNI

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Allude

Allude Leopard Print Wool And Cashmere Cardigan Red

Delivery: £15.00

£245.00 ~~£314.00~~

Balardi

Roman Leopard Print Velvet Wrap Midi Dress

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Roman

Leopard Print Velvet Wrap Midi Dress Silver

Delivery: free

£50.00 ~~£60.00~~

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Ganni

Mixed Leopard Wool Mix T-shirt Multi

Delivery: free

£235.00

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Anti-trend #6: Cigarette jeans and an oversized blazer

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Skinny jeans are just about to come back in fashion, and here’s how to style them in a chic and proportion-conscious way: with an oversized blazer. Big and slim go perfectly together, and going for a darker wash will ensure that you still mean business.