#fashion-trends

#fashion-trends

Helmet hair can feel polished and elegant enough for a 9 a.m. meeting, but fashion-forward - and a little bit sexy - once the sun sets.

Toupees originated in the 18th century, with the name developing from the French toupet, meaning tuft of hair. They became particularly prominent in the mid-20th century, with Time magazine estimating that more than 2.5 million men across the US were wearing toupees by 1970.

Since the summer of 2025, butter yellow has been a mainstay in the wardrobes of fashion's favorite it girls, from Kendall Jenner to Hailey Bieber. Now, Fox is joining in on the fun. At the SXSW premiere of her film, Perfect, on March 12, she gave the shade an avante garde upgrade, sporting co-ords straight off the New York Fashion Week runway.

Whether you're pulling out the stops with pockets, prints or preppy know-how, you can't go wrong with showing off the lightweight outerwear this spring. Along the way, I clocked a lot of really cool jackets, and damn did the wearers look good.

The chokehold animal prints have on the fashion cadre continues, and this year, more patterns are growing in popularity. Tiger stripes have found fans in Rihanna and Kim Kardashian, while Elsa Hosk cosigned the regal zebra's streaks. Even Dalmatians' spots will be getting their due soon, as seen on the Fall/Winter 2026 runways of New York Fashion Week. No one motif, however, is as consistently beloved as the leopard print. Kylie Jenner's recent look proves just that.

Flashing your bum cleavage is the latest 'shock factor' trend on the red carpet but it's not for us mere mortals

In a year saturated with viral denim moments - like Sydney Sweeney for American Eagle, Addison Rae for Lucky Brand, and Beyoncé for Levi's - the global girl group's jeans ad rose to the top, gaining more than 400 million views across platforms in just three days. After it went live, streams on Kelis' 2003 bop "Milkshake" - which was the soundtrack to the commercial - more than doubled and thousands of people made TikToks featuring Robbie Blue's choreography.

But if you are someone who feels they should wear heels, rather than actually likes to, then good news that way of thinking is very much over. After decades of being indoctrinated into believing heels were somehow superior, representing everything from power to femininity and sex as immortalised in TV shows such as Sex and the City fashion has done an about-turn and realised that flats are just as alluring but with fewer blisters.

Influencers now sit at the center of fashion because they translate style into daily life with unusual speed and relatability. People find outfits through try-ons, GRWMs, and street photos that feel instantly wearable rather than waiting for seasonal campaigns. Due to the ease of access to price checks, size notes, and links, the journey from inspiration to purchase is shortened.

After a cyber-attack rained on its summer, Marks & Spencer is banking on fashion to brighten its autumn. A Prada-esque, crystal-embellished, charcoal V-neck cardigan (46), a faux leather trenchcoat with a price tag of 90 6,810 less than the Burberry version and a 36 short pleated skirt that offers a wearable take on Charli xcx's brat styling will hit shop floors shortly.

Academia just got a chic update. Plaids, tartans, and checks, aka the patterns of pleated skirts that swooshed through private school hallways, are trending. And this time, they're all grown up. On the Fall/Winter 2025 runways of Miu Miu, Louis Vuitton, and Comme des Garçons, the pattern was reimagined in new silhouettes, heavy drapings, and even colors. (Anna Sui, for example, injected her designs with tinges of neon.) Among celebs, the print has also been experiencing a renaissance, with Taylor Swift being its biggest advocate.

Snoafers, a blend of sneakers and loafers, have gained popularity among younger consumers, selling above retail prices on platforms like StockX.

Classic Football Shirts is capitalizing on the growing popularity of retro soccer jerseys in the U.S., having successfully opened multiple stores across major cities.

Crochet clothing is one of summer's biggest trends, with crochet dresses, tops, and matching sets spotted at every vacation spot. The Prettygarden Crochet Maxi Dress is a great option, and it "looks high-end" for just $45. It comes with a removable, midi-length slip to keep you covered, although it can also be thrown sans slip over a bikini for a trendy beach look. I'm also loving the Saodimallsu Long-sleeve Cover-up and Imily Bela Matching Set from Amazon, which are just as elevated and highly rated.

Addison Rae's image wearing a bikini printed with 'Father, Son and Holy Spirit' exemplifies a new spiritual aesthetic that reflects the shifting cultural mood surrounding faith and style.

Capsule wardrobes consist of versatile pieces that can be easily mixed and matched to create instantly stylish outfits. I like to stick to neutral colors, timeless silhouettes, and comfy fabrics that I won't get tired of wearing.