The runways [1] and resulting street style [2] have spoken: the upcoming trends we encourage you to try are in, and there are some looks we're retiring [3], too. In 2018, a total of seven prints are being reintroduced to our wardrobes and refreshed by way of new silhouettes and colors. You might be familiar with some of the patterns ahead, but we're breaking down exactly how to wear them. Read on to study up on them all, or jump ahead to the print you want to see and shop.
- Checks on Checks [4]
- Polka Dots [5]
- Brushstroke Florals [6]
- Leopard or Cheetah [7]
- Graphic Colorblocking [8]
- Pinstripes [9]
- Camouflage [10]
Checks on Checks
Mixing and matching your plaids [12], contrasting big checks with small, is where it's at. There will be no such thing as tartan overload, but instead, a push to come up with the coolest combination on the block.
Zara Checked Trousers and Patchwork Top
Zara High Waist Checked Trousers [13] ($50) and Patchwork Top With shoulder Buttons [14] ($70)
Diane von Furstenberg Grosgrain-Trimmed Checked Pants
Diane von Furstenberg Grosgrain-Trimmed Checked Canvas Wide-Leg Pants [15] ($500)
Unique 21 Hero Longline Coat in Heritage Check
Unique 21 Hero Longline Coat in Heritage Check [16] ($111)
J.Crew Gingham Car Coat
J.Crew Gingham Car Coat [17] ($350)
Polka Dots
Your favorite childhood print is back [18] in a big way, and it will travel through 2018 in all different iterations. You can shop standard black and white polka dots that are round and perfect in shape, or opt for blurry, pixelated takes on the pattern.
Monse Polka Dot Blouse
Monse Polka Dot Blouse [19] ($1,090)
Mango Polka-Dot Long Jumpsuit
Mango Polka-Dot Long Jumpsuit [20] ($100)
Forever 21 Metallic Polka Dot One-Shoulder Top
Forever 21 Plus Size Metallic Polka Dot One-Shoulder Top [21] ($45)
Lazy Oaf High Waist Peg Houndstooth Pants With Polka Dots
Lazy Oaf High Waist Peg Houndstooth Pants With Polka Dots [22] ($111)
Brushstroke Florals
Whether your florals are painted onto boots [23] or churned out onto a jacquard dress, you should know that these bouquets are bright and bold. Forget your airy, bohemian blouse with soft strokes and look for powerful hues and long silhouettes that really achieve a look all in one.
Diane von Furstenberg Floral-Print Silk-Gabardine Wrap Coat
Diane von Furstenberg Ladies Black Floral-Print Silk-Gabardine Wrap Coat [24] ($765)
Office Atomic Floral-Print Boots
Office Atomic Floral-Print Stretch-Satin Boots [25] ($80)
Eloquii Flare Sleeve Jacquard Coat
Eloquii Flare Sleeve Jacquard Coat [26] ($160)
Rococo Sand Floral Maxi Dress
Rococo Sand Floral Maxi Dress [27] ($600)
Leopard or Cheetah
We blame the '80s. Everyone's wearing outfits that offer fresh spins on the decade's most memorable styles [28]. Electrifying animal print happens to be one way you can incorporate the trend into your wardrobe.
Frame Cheetah Flare
Frame Cheetah Flare [29] ($415)
Etro Cheetah Print Wallet
Etro Cheetah Print Continental Wallet [30] ($398)
Ava & Viv Faux Fur Jacket
Ava & Viv Women's Plus Size Faux Fur Jacket Cheetah Print [31] ($45)
Graphic Colorblocking
Whether they're plastered on your utilitarian jumpsuit [32] or mixed and matched with separates, graphic shapes in kaleidoscopic patterns should be kept on rotation. It's perhaps the most fun way to get inventive with your look when stripes don't stand out enough.
Peter Pilotto Cropped Colorblock Pants
Peter Pilotto Cropped Colorblock Pants [33] ($995)
Stella McCartney Alida Top
Stella McCartney Alida Top [34] ($675)
Zara Jacquard Coat With Fringe
Zara Jacquard Coat With Fringe [35] ($119)
Diane von Furstenberg Farren Jumpsuit
Diane von Furstenberg Farren Floral-Print Wide-Leg Jumpsuit [36] ($598)
Pinstripes
Power suits [37] that feature bold pinstripes or blazers loud enough to scream "boss lady" are how you should be wearing the print in 2018. Striped, tailored coordinates rarely go out of style, but interesting colorways and oversize silhouettes with exaggerated shoulders are a welcome change.
Unique 21 Hero Pinstripe Blazer With Ruffle Sleeves
Unique 21 Hero Plus Pinstripe Blazer With Ruffle Sleeves Co-Ord [38] ($79)
Aalto Pink Stripe Tailored Grandpa Trousers
Aalto Pink Stripe Tailored Grandpa Trousers [39] ($857)
Lioness Heiress Pinstripe Skirt
Lioness Heiress Pinstripe Skirt [40] ($62)
ASOS Tailored Pinstripe Blazer With Shark Shoulder
ASOS Tailored Pinstripe Blazer With Shark Shoulder [41] ($83)
Eloquii Pinstripe Trouser
Eloquii Pinstripe Trouser [42] ($90)
Camouflage
Dare to swap your camo coat for a pair of tapered trousers [43] that you can draw attention to with bright shoes. Try camo shoes or boots too, and offset the pattern with a minimal white tee.
Proenza Schouler Camouflage Pant
Proenza Schouler Camouflage Pant [44] ($475)
Zara Camouflage Trench Coat
Zara Camouflage Trench Coat [45] ($179)
ASOS Sweat Dress in Washed Camouflage
ASOS Sweat Dress in Washed Camouflage [46] ($56)
Valentino Leather and Suede-Trimmed Sneakers
Valentino Leather and Suede-Trimmed Camouflage-Print Canvas Sneakers [47] ($875)
