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.
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.
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.
-55%
AllSaints
Polyester Gabby Mesh Maxi Dress, Size: UK 10/US 6 Brown
£66.60
£149.00
AllSaints
-38%
Fat Face
FatFace Erin Blue Beachwear Wrap Dress
£40.00
£65.00
FatFace
AllSaints
Polyester Arlea Tulle Maxi Skirt, Size: UK 14/US 10 Black
£199.00
AllSaints
-44%
Fat Face
FatFace Marlowe Ivory Gathered Sleeve Printed Maxi Dress White
£50.00
£89.00
FatFace
Steve Madden
Ellison Flat Shoe NATURAL
£99.99
Steve Madden
Clarks
Ubree15 Poppy Leather Womens Slip On Shoes - Sand Combi - Size:UK 6.5
£34.57
Legend Footwear
-20%
Charles & Keith
Patent Bow Square-Toe Ballet Flats
£44.00
£55.00
Charles & Keith
Steve Madden
Synthia Flat Shoe IVORYSATIN White
£119.99
Steve Madden
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.
-40%
AllSaints
Viscose Lissie Floral Print Ruffled Top, Size: UK 14/US 10 Black
£101.70
£169.00
AllSaints
-57%
OperaSPORT
TOPWEAR - Shirts on YOOX.COM White
£60.00
£140.00
Yoox.com
-55%
AllSaints
Cotton Lulu Ruffled Cotton Shirt, Size: UK 14/US 10 Black
£71.10
£159.00
AllSaints
Fat Face
FatFace Pia Ivory Petite Blouse
£55.00
FatFace
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.
-10%
Closed
Round-neck Knitwear, female, Gray, M, Light Grey Wool Crew Neck Jumper
£187.92
£208.80
Miinto
-41%
AllSaints
Womens Merino Wool Myra Cowl Neck Merino Wool Jumper, Size: XS Black
£81.90
£139.00
AllSaints
-30%
Fat Face
FatFace Annie Black Lace Midi Skirt
£48.00
£69.00
FatFace
-9%
Kocca
Midi Skirts, female, Green, M, Chic Leather Look Pencil Skirt
£76.56
£84.39
Miinto
Fat Face
FatFace Harper Black Layered Animal Midi Skirt
£59.00
FatFace
-52%
Adnym Atelier
Lach Kilt Black
£190.00
£395.00
Labels
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.
-9%
Kocca
Midi Skirts, female, Green, M, Chic Leather Look Pencil Skirt
£76.56
£84.39
Miinto
-58%
Prototypes
Poly Jersey Pencil Skirt Black
£165.00
£395.00
Labels
-30%
Norma Kamali
Faux leather pencil skirt Black
£108.00
£155.00
Mytheresa
-25%
Pinko
Pencil Skirts, female, Brown, M, Brown Ribbed-Knit Casual Mini Skirt
£199.83
£266.45
Miinto
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.
Closed
racer tank top - Black
£106.00
FARFETCH
-63%
Fat Face
FatFace Cali Natural Linen Blend Shirt
£18.00
£48.00
FatFace
-30%
Sandro
Striped trousers Blue
£188.30
£269.00
Sandro
-63%
Fat Face
FatFace Amy Natural Linen Blend Stripe Dress
£22.00
£59.00
FatFace
Claudie Pierlot
Long knit dress Blue
£199.00
Claudie Pierlot
-50%
Ganni
Leopard-print ruffled chiffon maxi skirt Brown
£122.00
£245.00
Mytheresa
-65%
AllSaints
Polyester Jemi Leopard Print Metallic Trousers, Size: UK 10/US 6 Grey
£55.80
£159.00
AllSaints
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.
-20%
Norma Kamali
Oversized faux leather blazer Black
£284.00
£355.00
Mytheresa
-80%
Claudie Pierlot
Tailored Blazer Blue
£429.00
£2,145.00
Claudie Pierlot
-75%
Jacquemus
LA RAPHIA Oversized Blazer DHOMME size 42
£199.27
£797.07
GLAMOOD
Tommy Hilfiger
Blazers, female, Blue, M, Oversized Blazer
£260.13
Miinto
-75%
Saint Laurent
Slim-Fit High-Rise Distressed Jeans 14cm size 26
£141.56
£566.22
GLAMOOD
-57%
Replay
BOTTOMWEAR - Jeans on YOOX.COM Blue
£45.00
£104.00
Yoox.com
Original text: Mio Paternoss
