Fashion Trends 2017
11 Fashion Trends to Know For 2017
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Ever the optimists, we're remaining positive about the changes for 2017 — at least, as far as our wardrobes are concerned. Style moves like this mean a fresh start for tired basics that may be begging for a new year, new look. That's exactly what the style world has planned — a makeover rooted in fresh streetwear, silhouettes that are big on proportional play, and everyday shoes with cool-girl appeal. These 11 looks are here to shake up the year in the best way possible. Read on for the rundown and get ready to master the styles ahead.
1 Puffer Jackets
Practical puffer jackets are getting a high-fashion makeover with voluminous shoulders, wide crops, and a range of colors that make them infinitely cooler than the ones you wore in college.
2 Fashion-Girl Hoodies
Hooded sweatshirts are a must this season, thanks to the streetwear popularized by Vetements. Instead of your usual crew necks and cardigans, layer up with a hoodie under your coat for a casual counterpoint to tailored trousers or a companion to your favorite jeans.
3 Romantic Blouses
Frills and ruffles transform everyday blouses with the Victorian-era vibes we saw on the runway. They add femininity to basics, like a great pair of jeans, and require little else.
4 Vans Revival
Stan Smiths have had a good run (and you certainly haven't seen the last of them), but 2017's kicks are another throwback. This time, the fashion world's got its eye on Vans skater sneakers in high and low tops.
5 Corset Waists
Cinched waists are about to become the silhouette de rigueur. Look for corset belts and lace-up details popping up on everything from dresses to athleisure, making even ordinary outfits that much more eye-catching.
6 Wide-Leg Pants
From wide-cut track pants to billowy tailored trousers, the look that feels undeniably fresh for 2017 is one that lets your stems breathe and adds proportional interest to your every outfit.
7 Statement Earrings
The choker dominated for the past couple of years, but 2017 is all about earrings in their boldest forms.
8 Normcore 2.0
From logoed tees and caps to understated denim in high-rises and straight fits, normcore's easy 2017 iteration is being adopted by fashion girls everywhere with their own twist. Put your spin on it by pairing the quintessential denim cuts with bolder accessories.
9 Mules
Backless loafers and slides aren't going anywhere this year. The look is much the same, minimalist mules that transition easily day to night, casual to polished — though Gucci's are getting an upgrade in all-over embellishments, too.
10 Bell Sleeves
Romance takes shape in our everyday wardrobes with another option: bell sleeves. Worn alone or layered under sweaters and jackets, the exaggerated sleeves add drama in all the right ways.
11 '80s Details
The runways showed the decade making a comeback, but if you feared the drama, we're here to put your mind at ease. The '80s comeback comes by way of statement pieces — oversize shoulders, metallic finishes, pointed toes, patent leather — that are tempered in neutral hues, and with the addition of contemporary touches, like smart outerwear.
