We’re fashion students – seven trends to avoid so you don’t look tacky
DEVELOPING a personal style and an understanding of the industry are two aspects of being a fashion student.
A few students at New York City’s Fashion Institute of Technology shared their opinions on which current trends they believe should be avoided and why.
From sparkly accessories to furry textures, trendy items aren’t for everyone.
Yet there are a couple in particular that some people feel don’t work at all.
In a recent YouTube video, students from the Fashion Insitute of Technology reviewed current trends they believe need to be put to bed.
First up are fluffy and tiny bags.
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While these may be two controversial opinions, the students have spoken, and the overwhelming majority is they’re not great.
“The really tiny fluffy bags make me so concerned for society,” one girl admits.
“I’m not super mad about them, but I do think they are going to die out because they’re a little bit tacky,” another honest student says.
“Little ones could be cute.”
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Western style is up next, and the opinions are split.
“I think it’s just a thing that people hop on the bandwagon and start wearing, but I can see it dying next year,” a student admits.
“A good fringe is so dramatic and cool, ah,” one student gushes.
But what about crochet?
One male says: “I like crochet. I like the furry crochet more than the knitted ones because I feel like it’s more comfortable.”
“I like crochet, but I don’t think it needs to be everything,” one student explains, while another thinks: “It gives me granny vibes.”
Y2K has been trending for over a year now.
Do the FIT students think it deserves so much hype and a moment on the runway?
“I feel like if we’re going to do Y2K fully, we need to do it like Destiny’s Child,” one woman says.
And buying Y2K style pieces from fast fashion brands ruins the trend altogether.
The students believe you should try and find vintage options and look on Depop before spending your money on Shein.
After a brief pause, the industry has decided to bring the Croc era back.
Two unhappy students blame Balenciaga for making the stiletto Crocs.
Others aren’t as mad; they choose not to wear them.
Another controversial topic is sweater vests.
Most FIT students are here for this trend, as some don’t see them as trendy anymore but as staples.
However, others think the hype will fade soon.
The next victim subjected to criticism is platform shoes.
“That better not die; I love them,” an excited student screams.
Students believe these to be the classic shoe choice for shorter individuals to make their legs look longer.
But they’re also cute in general no matter how tall you are.
Platforms are definitely safe.
Between skinny jeans, chunky rings, tiny sunglasses, beaded necklaces, and baggy paired on baggy, the students added a few more trends to steer clear of.
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“A trend that should die out is trends. Let’s all just wear what we love instead of obsessing over one thing after another,” one viewer added.
Another critic of the trend concept wrote: “It doesn’t matter how you dress yourself as long as it fits your tastes and makes you feel confident and beautiful.”