In the world of fashion, things are always exciting. Trends
come and go, and past trends get reimagined. That’s exactly what’s happening
now - retro revival.
The goal of retro revival is to blend styles from past
generations with the preferences of the current generation. And while this
seems impossible in this fast-paced industry, Gen Z audiences are hell-bent on
doing fashion experiments.
This is one of the reasons why this year retro-inspired
looks are making a comeback but with a modern twist. Let’s see which retro
trends are having a comeback.
Striped clothes
Let’s start with a pretty obvious trend you can see
everywhere these days: striped clothes. Taking a look at the past, we can see
that striped clothing was worn by criminals, hangmen, jugglers, and clowns.
Why? So that they can be easily recognized.
Later on, striped clothes became an official uniform for
sailors. Then, in the 20th century, Coco Chanel made striped shirts popular,
and everyone, from actors to artists embraced stripes.
It’s 2024 and stripes are back. Whether you like them or
not, stripes are everywhere this season. But with a modern flair. Horizontal,
vertical, distorted lines, pinstripes, bumble bee, or zebra lines, it seems
like Spring and Summer 2024 are all about lines.
Plaid blazers
If you want to pay homage to the 90s fashion, you can by
wearing plaid blazers. That’s right, this year, your statement piece can be
your plaid or checkered blazer. All kinds of blazers are popular this year, but
a plaid one stands out for its bold and vibrant colors.
You can wear a plaid blazer with denim jeans for a casual
look, or with suit pants for a minimal businessman look. A blazer is an
immediate pick-me-up piece that can pull together nearly every outfit. So, it’s
no surprise that it’s back in trend this year. Check out Style State to find a perfect blazer combo.
Leather biker jackets
It seems like a leather biker jacket is a classic piece that
never goes out of style. At first, these jackets were worn by military pilots
in the early 1900s. As a fashionable garment, the leather jacket was introduced
in 1928. In the 1950s and 60s leather jackets became a staple for every
fashionista’s closet.
From that point, leather jackets have only gained more and
more popularity. Today, this garment is still very popular for its versatility,
it’s a perfect piece not too casual or formal and it can be styled in numerous
ways.
Denim overalls
Denim overalls keep transforming themselves over and over to
fit the needs of the people who wear them. Created in the late 19th century,
this piece of clothing began as utilitarian workwear. Overalls were comfortable
and durable, so they were worn by farmers, fishers, and different kinds of
laborers.
As time went on and fashion changed, their popularity grew
and decreased over the years. Today, they are back in trend because they are
versatile - perfect for casual outings or lounging at home. They are easy to
wear and can be styled however you like.
Bell-bottom jeans
Drawing inspiration from the 1970s, bell-bottom jeans have
made a stylish comeback, injecting a playful and eclectic flair into any
ensemble. Everyone who loves denim and the 70s will love this retro
trend.
Bell bottom jeans are super easy to dress up or down and
accessorize. A light pair of bell bottoms is perfect for spring and summer,
while a dark pair can be worn as trousers. These jeans do wonders, they can
give you a perfect silhouette and elongate your legs - and those are the
reasons why they are so in trend.
Statement sunglasses
Oversized sunglasses that don’t cover up your face entirely
but add glamour to almost any outfit are back in style. Thanks to their
feminine appeal and versatility, cat eye sunglasses are a perfect statement
piece. These kinds of sunglasses go nicely with almost any face shape. And if
you don’t like cat eye frames, round lenses will work just fine as well.
Midi dresses
Drawing inspiration from the sophistication of the 1950s,
midi dresses are making a comeback in 2024. These dresses gained prominence in
the 1940s as a result of rationing fabric because of World War II. Dresses
needed to be shorter to conserve fabric and that’s how a new dress style was
born.
Because of their sophisticated and timeless style, these
tresses are back in trend. Seek out floral patterns, delicate materials, and
flattering silhouettes to infuse your wardrobe with a hint of vintage allure.
Tie-dye t-shirts and sweatshirts
Yet another vintage trend that is coming back is tie-dye
t-shirts and sweatshirts. This trend was very popular back in the 80s and 90s.
Out of boredom, people decided to experiment with dye and t-shirts, and a new
style was created.
The Tie-dye trend is so popular because it’s fun and
colorful, but most of all because it can be easily mixed with other styles and
outfits.
Bottom Line
If you don’t mind a bit of nostalgia, you’ll enjoy
incorporating these retro trends into contemporary fashion. These retro
revivals are here to remind us to celebrate the past while still enjoying the
present.
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