We’re a month into the New Year and now is the perfect time to review the top styles of the year past, and the predictions for what will be the top trends this year. We are going to take a look at the styles we didn’t stop seeing in 2008 and the ones that look like they’ll be popping up everywhere in 2009.
2008 was the time to be confident. Daring prints and styles were seen everywhere this year and confidence was certainly needed to pull off some of the greatest styles of the year.
Animal print was everywhere in 2008, including zebra, giraffe and especially leopard. This is a great pattern because its fun but it can also be dressed up very sophisticated. This look was available in every colour on every garment. Animal print shows confidence, and confidence sure seemed to be everywhere.
Metallics, yet again another confidence piece. Gold, bronze and silver were catching eyes everywhere this year. These colours can make an outfit. They were usually seen on accessories like shoes and bags but not limited to them; some statement pieces like metallic leggings were also certainly in during 08.
Statement Tees. Messages about voting, peace and environmentalism were seen plastered across tons of T-shirts this year. Not only were people making a statement through Tees but the messages were often seen on buttons and bags. The great thing about fashion is that it is an excellent way to display what you believe in.
Scarves. Light, airy scarves were gracing the necks of many in 2008. These accessories came in any colour, any print, any pattern, which makes it easy to understand why so many people were seen sporting them. They made a great trend for the spring time because many of the scarves came in pastel colours perfect for the season.
Sequins were seen on everything this year. For the most part sequins were another trend that displayed confidence. Wearing an outfit that had some sequins on it made sure that the wearer stood out. Sequins were available in all colours and looked great on small accessories or even larger pieces like dresses as long as the rest of the outfit was simple!
Other Great Styles of 08: coloured jeans, tights and leggings, high waisted skirts and jeans, pencil skirts, oxford shoes.
The styles of 2009 seem to be less daring and more feminine. The styles we are seeing will still make the wearer feel confident, but they give off a more flirty and romantic look as opposed to the wild and risky we saw in 08.
Printed Hosiery. Tights and leggings were the look in 2008 and will continue to be in the New Year however they are going to have a different look to them. A trend of 08 will be revamped this year with subtle prints, like florals, which brings us to our next upcoming look.
Florals. These are the essence of girly and romantic. However floral prints will not be as bold this year, but they will be delicate, even watermarked. If you want a bold look with floral try an accessory such as a hairclip or a necklace.
Peacock Feathers are going to be seen on a lot of accessories this year. They looks great on hair accessories and can quickly spark up an outfit creating quite the conversation piece. Not only will peacock be seen on accessories but the beautiful colours will be seen on plenty of garments.
Checks. Plaid and gingham, it’s the one not so girly trend on this list but that certainly doesn’t make it any less trendy this year. It’s the alternative to the flirty look; pairing it with different accessories can create many different looks. Pair a check dress with rocker boots and you have a rocker style. Choose to match a plaid button down shirt (leaving a few top buttons undone) and a waist belt can create a more feminine look in this hard print.
Ruffles are another feminine trend. They are going to be everywhere this year, from a slight peek on hems to full out on collar lines. This is a look that plays up the area it is located. Make sure that when wearing ruffles the rest of the look is simple and elegant.
Other Fine Trends of 09: butterfly, lace, jewel encrusted, single-shoulder pieces, neon
Michelle B.
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