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.
-33%
AllSaints
Polyester Aude Ruffle Maxi Skirt, Size: UK 14/US 10 Pink
£133.00
£199.00
AllSaints
-44%
Fat Face
FatFace Marlowe Ivory Gathered Sleeve Printed Maxi Dress White
£50.00
£89.00
FatFace
-50%
AllSaints
Womens Linen Skylar Long Sleeve Maxi Dress, Size: UK 6/US 2 White
£129.00
£259.00
AllSaints
Roman
Floral Tiered Bardot Belted Dress Orange
£65.00
Roman
Steve Madden
Synthia Flat Shoe IVORYSATIN White
£119.99
Steve Madden
Clarks
Ubree15 Poppy Leather Womens Slip On Shoes - Sand Combi - Size:UK 6.5
£34.57
Legend Footwear
Steve Madden
Ellison Flat Shoe NATURAL
£99.99
Steve Madden
Aquazzura
Black Mesh Bow Detail Flats Size 37
£180.00
HEWI
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.
Ganni
White Short Cotton Ruffle Shirt - Size 34 Organic
£190.00
GANNI
-25%
Roman
Satin Ruffle Neck Blouse Blue
£30.00
£40.00
Roman
-34%
AllSaints
Polyester Aude Ruffle Cape Top, Size: One Size Black
£119.00
£179.00
AllSaints
-57%
OperaSPORT
TOPWEAR - Shirts on YOOX.COM White
£60.00
£140.00
Yoox.com
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.
-31%
Fat Face
FatFace Dark Natural Archive Textile Knitted Cable Jumper
£43.00
£62.00
FatFace
-34%
BAM
73 Zero Scoop Neck Cooling Knit - Large
£59.00
£89.00
BAM
Fat Face
FatFace Celia Jade Green Knitted Roll Neck Jumper
£62.00
FatFace
-35%
AllSaints
Womens Merino Wool Myra Cowl Neck Merino Wool Jumper, Size: XS Black
£91.00
£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
-67%
DUSK
Metallic Shimmer Ruched Midi Skirt Blue
£10.00
£30.00
Roman
Adnym Atelier
Lach Kilt with Wide Pleats Grey
£245.00
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
-30%
Veronica Beard
Tanner kniited pencil skirt Black
£231.00
£330.00
Mytheresa
-25%
Pinko
Pencil Skirts, female, Brown, M, Brown Ribbed-Knit Casual Mini Skirt
£199.83
£266.45
Miinto
-22%
Roman
Velvet Sequin Detail Pencil Skirt Green
£25.00
£32.00
Roman
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.
Roman
Abstract Stripe Knit Jumper Blue
£38.00
Roman
-16%
Roman
Space Dye Stripe Knit Jumper Green
£32.00
£38.00
Roman
-50%
AllSaints
Polyester Izabela Embellished Mesh Maxi Dress, Size: 6 Black
£129.00
£259.00
AllSaints
-71%
AllSaints
Polyester/Polyamide Eris Metallic Leopard Print Top, Size: UK 6/US 2 Black
£35.00
£119.00
AllSaints
-70%
Roman
Leopard Print Shimmer Chiffon Tiered Dress
£18.00
£60.00
Roman
-80%
Claudie Pierlot
Flowy satin trousers Red
£249.00
£1,245.00
Claudie Pierlot
-54%
Roman
Leopard Print Shimmer Lace Wrap Skater Dress Black
£30.00
£65.00
Roman
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.
-55%
Frenken
TUX XXXL Oversized Ringed Blazer Black
£299.00
£659.00
Labels
-20%
Norma Kamali
Oversized faux leather blazer Black
£284.00
£355.00
Mytheresa
-65%
Stella McCartney
Oversized Houndstooth Blazer with Padded Shoulders size 40
£485.52
£1,387.20
GLAMOOD
-80%
Claudie Pierlot
Tailored Blazer Blue
£429.00
£2,145.00
Claudie Pierlot
-57%
Diesel
BOTTOMWEAR - Jeans on YOOX.COM Blue
£47.00
£110.00
Yoox.com
-65%
Saint Laurent
Slim-Fit High-Rise Distressed Jeans 14cm size 26
£198.48
£567.09
GLAMOOD
-54%
Dsquared2
BOTTOMWEAR - Jeans on YOOX.COM White
£147.00
£320.00
Yoox.com
Original text: Mio Paternoss
