As we enter the new year, we all take the time to reevaluate our existing wardrobes. What to keep, what to donate, what to save . . . the piles are amassing all around us. But as we rid our wardrobes of those micro trends that might have dominated for the past few seasons, we fill the holes with others that we can’t wait to try for the coming ones.
As a general sentiment, the fashion set has been veering more toward the classics – the practical, and the easy – while still remaining chicer than ever. We are trading our purple pastels for shades of army green, ditching the logo mania in favor of more streamlined tones, and cozying up with textures of shearling rather than colder materials like PVC and patent.
Ahead, find six trends we can’t wait to ditch and six we’re stocking up on in their stead.
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What to ditch: Dad sneakers
Trade out those overly chunky dad sneakers that have been oh-so-popular for years past.
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Go for: Sleeker kicks
Instead, opt for retro-styled sneakers that are just a little sleeker. Even if brightly colored and 1990s-inspired, we’re definitely ready to reach for a more understated sole.
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What to ditch: PVC
The futuristic trend certainly had it’s moment in the sun, but it’s time to go for accessories that bring a little more warmth.
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Go for: shearling
Shearling bags (quite literally) will bring that warmth to your 2020 wardrobe-no matter what the handbag shape-with an added texture that will bring every look to the next level.
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What to ditch: bold logos
With the influx of all things ’90, the fashion set has spent a few years covering everything from bags to coats in the most bold logos imaginable.
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Go for: Classic colors and clean lines
This year, we’re ditching the logomania and instead opting for classic colors, clean lines, and timeless looks.
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What to ditch: Micro-mini bags
While mini bags certainly had their moment to shine, they’re decidedly less practical than the alternative.
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Go for: Oversize structured totes
Though oversize bags might feel a little more casual, this year is bringing with it large carryalls of the more structured variety for an elevated take on the trend.
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What to ditch: Canadian tuxedos
We love a head-to-toe denim look as much as the next style-obsessed girl, but this season, we’re making it easier than a pieced-together set.
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Go for: Utility jumpsuits
Keep it simple this coming year with a one-and-done that will give you the same look as a Canadian tuxedo with more ease than ever.
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What to ditch: Purple
Color has been booming for the past few seasons, but as we enter 2020, designers and street style stars alike are moving away from the Easter-egg hues into deeper tones of the Fall and Winter season.
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Go for: Army green
This season, instead of a pretty pastel, opt instead for a deeper shade of army green, whether by way of a heavy coat, utility jumpsuit, or cocktail attire.
