7 Outdated Trends I’m Ditching and The Anti-Trend Items I’m Replacing Them With Instead
Are you tired of trying to keep up with what the latest influencers are wearing and trying to shop trends that no longer resonate with your personal style or values? It's time to ditch trying to “keep up” and embrace a fresh approach to your wardrobe.
I wanted to share 7 fashion trends I'm ditching without hesitation and the exciting anti-trend items I'm replacing them with, offering you a glimpse into a more authentic and individualistic wardrobe guaranteed to last! Not quite a full capsule wardrobe but definitely a start for the ladies who still want to be “trendy” without the pressure of switching out your closet every season.
Get ready to bid farewell to the passé and say hello to a new wave of style that truly represents who you are. Keep reading to see the 7 trends I’m ditching and 7 anti-trend items I’m replacing them with!
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Trend: Crop Tops
Anti-Trend: Full-Length Tanks
One of the trend swaps I’m sure many of us can agree with! I don’t know about you, but I’m leaning towards comfort most of these days and often crop tops just don’t do it for me. Leaning into full-length tanks gives more comfort, coverage, and in some cases can feel classier as well.
Bergdorf Goodman
Amazon
Banana Republic Factory
J.Crew Factory
Trend: Skinny sunglasses
Anti Trend: Boxy frames
Don’t get me wrong I’ve loved my skinny frames for a while now, however in a lot of ways we’re moving away from small and toward large when it comes to accessories (see next trend for reference)
Dezi
Amazon
express
Pacsun
Trend: Mini bags
Anti Trend: Totes
Again, love my mini bags! But instead of everyday fashion wear, I’m saving these more for nights out. I’m SO happy totes are coming back in as these are much more practical and also stylish for everyday wear now.
Revolve
Anthropologie
Shopbop
Revolve
Trend: Denim skirts
Anti Trend: Maxi skirts
Don’t worry my denim skirts will be back in the fall as I’ve fallen in love with the denim maxi skirt trend! However, for the summer season, it gets incredibly hot here and humid here in Texas (where are my Houston ladies!). So denim doesn’t quite do it for me like airy linen or cotton skirts do in the summer
Abercrombie & Fitch
Princess Polly
Reformation
Dissh
Trend: Cargo jeans
Anti Trend: Utility clothing
Yes, I know cargo pants ARE a type of utility clothing, but I’m thinking out of the box here. Most of my cargo pants are pretty heavy at the moment, so I’m still keeping the cargo look, but in things like skirts, dresses, jumpsuits, etc. to switch it up for the summer in ways I can’t in the colder months. Cargo’s are here to stay my friends!
Express
banana republic Factory
Gap
Dynamite Clothing
$89.95
Trend: Bold Colors
Anti Trend: Neutral mix-and-matchables
Ok, we’re getting controversial here! Don’t get me wrong, bold colors are super in right now and there are a ton I’m in love with like oranges, lavender, and royal blue. However… I’m working on a true investment wardrobe; neutrals are easier to mix and match among my entire wardrobe and across seasons. So, bye bye bright colors (for now)
H&M
abercrombie & Fitch
Skims
J.Crew
Trend: Platform sandals
Anti Trend: Simple, strappy sandals
Platforms are still pretty sexy, however, you can never go wrong with a simple strappy sandal in your wardrobe. If you’re still looking for a little height in your shoe, there are tons of comfortable low-heel sandal options for this as well.
