It seems that low-rise jeans aren’t the only thing that we’re pulling out of the closet these days, and it’s the so-called “Y2k trend” to blame. Also labeled as “harrowing” by millennials, this trend is all about bringing back the staples of late ‘90s and early ‘00s fashion and making them cool again. We’re talking about the glamorous looks of Destiny’s Child and the iconic outfits in Sex and the City. So, what else will be trending this season?
Y2k and Low-Rise Fashions
Low-rise fashion is definitely one of the most polarising trends from the 2000s. Some loved it, others owned it, and there were those who never saw the appeal of it. Well, it seems like they are back. With models like Bella Hadid and Hailey Bieber seen out and about sporting the low-rise fashion, online searches and purchases have spiked in recent months. Videos with the hashtag #lowrisejeans on TikTok have garnered more than 34 million views. And the Y2k trend is bringing much more out of the closet.
Remember the Tiny Shoulder Bags?
SJP was an undeniable fashion icon both as herself and as Carrie Bradshaw. Her signature monogrammed Louis Vuitton pochettes defined an era in fashion, and that era is being reborn as we speak. The tiny shoulder bags with the equally tiny straps are cool again. Thanks to stars like Kendall Jenner and Lizzo (whose Valentino purse at the AMAs quickly became a meme), tiny handbags are having a big resurgence in recent months.
Cargo Pants Are Back, Too
Cargo pants ask a very plausible question: why have just two pockets when you can have 10? The cargo pants fashion was huge in the late ‘90s and early ‘00s, with the likes of Avril Lavine, Destiny’s Child, and All Saints (the band) making them a staple for music fans around the world. Of course, the Y2k trend had to bring these back, too. Marc Jacobs and Isabel Marant have already released their own modern spin of the well-known cargo design.
Rumor has it, cropped halternecks are making a comeback, too…
Fashion Apps That Make Style Fun Again
Want to combine your love of clothes with your love of technology? If so, you’re going to download some fashion apps! There are plenty of different apps that will make fashion fun again, and these are some of our favorites.
Depop
Let’s kick off with a fashion app that will ensure you never miss out on stylish and affordable clothes. Depop has risen in popularity over the years, with people who want to stop buying new or who want to freshen up their closet on a budget. This fashion-forward app makes it easy to buy and sell clothes, meaning you can make space before investing in some new bits! You’ll also find up and coming designers on there too.
Pureple
Want to know what you’ve got in your closet or plan out a capsule wardrobe? Pureple makes this easy, with a clever way to catalog all of the items in your closet. Remember the scene from Clueless, where Cher uses her outfit builder to pick what to wear each day? Well, this fashion app is just like that! If you like planning your outfits and discovering new ways to wear things, this is the app for you.
Drest
Founded by former Porter editor, Drest is a game for those who love fashion. It’s like a grown-up version of the Dollz games we all used to play as kids. Dress up your photo-realistic avatar in all of the latest trends and imagine you’re strutting the catwalk. You can also buy the clothes directly from the app using Farfetch, meaning you can look just like your avatar in real life! Brands like Stella McCartney, Gucci, and Burberry have also recently got involved.
These fashion apps will help you refresh your closet, organize your outfits, and look stylish while still having fun. We’ve already downloaded them all!