THE CLIQUE FEB 2020

By Anushka Gupta & Avantika Dube
#01 MINIS
Ironically, the next "big" trend is teeny. Summer of 2019
showcased a new trend - minidresses and itty-bitty bags. Tight or
flowy, strapless or broad straps, this trend was the most flaunted
style! From Kylie Jenner to Emily Ratajowski, everyone
everywhere has sported this style, this hot season. Minibags are
also not just something the Kardashians are using, although they
may be the only ones who can fit all their things in there.
#02 PLAIDS & PRINTS
It’s 2019, people have got over their fear of patterns clashing.
People have become BOLDER. Cher from Clueless has
immortalized the yellow plaid blazer-skirt combo. Prints and
plaids were a staple in everyone’s wardrobe throughout the
year. This season, street style stars let their animal instincts
take over with bold and wild prints. In particular, loud
leopard print was a favorite amongst the fashionistas and
appeared on everything. Tie-Dyes, polka dots, and animal
prints are back, bigger than ever.
#03 STATEMENT SNEAKERS
Balenciaga's Triple-S sneakers sent the fashion crowd
spiraling, trying to get their hands on a pair of chunky $895
kicks. Searches for "statement sneakers" were up 2,211%
at the end of 2018, per Pinterest!
#04 CYCLING SHORTS
If you followed the spring 2019 runways closely, you
couldn't escape cycling shorts, which cropped up
everywhere from Maryam Nassir Zadeh to Fendi.
#05 BRING BACK THE 80s
Puffy sleeves and ruffles are not just a trend of the past - the 80s are back! 2019
saw an absolute revival of these trends and they’re here to stay. Proving once and
for all that the minimalist trend is over, this show season saw attendees embrace
lashings of fabric. While this meant bold ruffles and oversized silhouettes, it also
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