New fashion trends of 2016
Out with the old, in with the new
The new year has begun and along with it there are many new trends that come. Fashion is constantly changing; you don’t want to get left in last year’s trends. When trying to stay fashionable, keeping up with the newest trends is the biggest key. Celebrities inspire many fashionistas and help them come up with new outfit ideas. AHS students turn to the Internet to get fashion advice and to see what’s “in”.
This year, suede jackets and skirts are coming back from the ’70s. You can easily dress it up or down depending on how you feel. To dress it down wear a simple t-shirt while adding some comfortable shoes. If you’re feeling a little bit girly, it can be dressed up by wearing a crop top with a cute cardigan and booties along with high knee socks. A suede jacket is the perfect essential for a simple black outfit.
Pink is in, and people are slowly catching up. Get rid of all your dark clothes and add some pink into your wardrobe.
Kylie Jenner’s Snapchat of her sister, Kendall Jenner, shows her simply rocking an oversized sweater, with a Yeezy’s cap, and a black choker. The Kardashians and Jenners have made a huge influence on the trends people follow. You can simply take one of your friend’s or significant other’s sweater. Or, if you see a cute sweater at the store, get a size bigger to follow the trend. Forever 21 has a variety of sweaters that you can chose from.
Showing off your shoulders is what’s in this season. This new chic trend isn’t really new, it was made popular in the ’80s when women would wear off the shoulder shirts when working out and now it has evolved into a shirt that can be used in everyday outfits. Wearing off the shoulder shirts or dresses is perfect for going on a date or just a stroll in the park. The off the shoulder shirt is best worn during warm nights.
Everyone wants to stay warm during the cold weather season. You are able to stay warm and stylish with over the knee boots. Kourtney Kardashian is an excellent example of how to put together outfits with these boots. She wears them with short dresses, which puts her outfit together. If she wants a more casual look she will wear them with jeans and a top along with a stylish jacket. What you wear with knee boots is very important because you can wear them wrong and create a look you are not hoping for. Knee boots need to be paired with the right accessories to make them look nicer.
Accessorizing your casual look with a cap has always been in. Wearing caps from brands like Nike and Adidas along with a casual shirt and jeans is becoming popular among teens. To finish this casual look, it’s best with a pair of sneakers such as Adidas, Nikes, Vans, or Yeezys. The street look is a look that seems to always find it’s way back into fashion trends for guys. It’s an easy look to accomplish and can be interpreted in many different ways. The celebrity that aspires to achieve this look the most is Kanye West. He is known for his street look, outfits and kicks. His go to outfit would have to be a pair of black pants with an oversized sweater.
Although it’s a new year and there are many new trends, some of the 2015 trends are still in. Neutral colors are one thing that will always be in no matter what. They are a popular and classy look that can be worn for any occasion. Bomber jackets also became very popular at the end of last year and still continue to be worn this year.
Fashion trends are constantly changing and it might seem a bit hard to keep up with them. The easiest way to do so is by finding a celebrity who inspires your fashion sense the most. A few other ways are by watching fashion shows and following fashion blogs. Find a way that works best for you so that you aren’t left wearing last year’s trends that aren’t in anymore.
Sheila Aguirre is a senior at Annandale High School and this is her third year on the A-Blast as a the Lifestyle editor. She enjoys reading, volunteering...