Fashion Through the Years

While there are many ways to mark the passage of time, one way to see the way things have changed (and remained the same) is through fashion. Check out the yearly fashion trends and be sure to vote on your favorite year's trends.

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2012 Fashion Trends

2012 was popularized by wedge sneakers, turtlenecks and scarves (for men), leather everything, statement pants (bold looks), big embellished collars, and peplum (a pleated ruffle).

2013 Fashion Trends

2013 showed a rise in crop tops, Ugg boots, over-the-knee boots, plaid suits, sweatpants as fashion, pleated skirts, Bermuda shorts, baseball caps, bomber jackets, crewneck sweaters (men), and parody tee-shirts. To explain: Parody t-shirts were shirts that had a twist on designer brands. One that was really popular and sold out worldwide was a Givenchy Bambi sweatshirt.

2014 Fashion Trends

2014 celebrated the woman's tux, tea skirts (between a midi and maxi in length), boyfriend jeans, capes (yup, that was a thing, elves anyone?), minimalist/normcore (some people got sick of frills and dressed down), Chelsea boots, quilted and shearling jackets (for men), sandals, and athleisure.

2015 Fashion Trends

2015 saw button-up skirts, athleisure, off-shoulder tops, men's nautical stripes, white sneakers, bandannas, neutrals, round sunglasses, culottes (really wide trousers), fedoras for men, distressed jeans (often with ragged hemlines), and embroidered denim jackets.

2016 Fashion Trends

In 2016 chokers climbed along with velvet, track pants, slip dresses, ripped and frayed jeans, mom jeans, duster coats, suede, high necklines, bell sleeves, off-shoulder dresses and shirts, bomber jackets, floral print and felt fedoras (menswear), and statement gloves (also menswear).

2017 Fashion Trends

2017 had white in menswear, more off-shoulder styles for women, checks and plaids, white boots, fanny packs, florals from the 60's, statement women's suits, sequins, berets, monochromatic looks, feathers, gingham and cargo pants (men).

2018 Fashion Trends

2018 ushered in dark denim, faux fur, tweed, leopard print, shorter shorts for both men and women, oversized silhouettes for men, camo, high-waisted women's pants, sherpa, wide-legged pants, ankle-cropped pants, checks, turtleneck suits (menswear), and camels (not the animals, for men).

2019 Fashion Trends

In 2019 tye-dye styles for men emerged, as did bike shorts for women, camo for men, utility jumpsuits, bold suit looks for men, puffer jackets, velvet tuxedo jackets and patterned pants for men, small sunglasses, tartan, bucket hats, capes (again), belted blazers (women), and double-breasted suits (men).

2020 Fashion Trends

Finally we hit the COVID era! Flares came in along with huge Victorian sleeves (women), feminine dresses and chunky boots, faux leather, more bucket hats, oversized gold chains, long shorts and oversize blazers (men), knitted sweaters and hoodies, and floral prints. And of course, masks joined in as everyday usage.

2021 Fashion Trends

Sweater vests! Dr. Martens, crocs, Y2K fashion, loose denim, flared leggings (women), cowboy boots, and low-rise jeans (am I the only one who absolutely hates this trend?).

2022 Fashion Trends

This year! To look on-trend go for faux fur, loose layers, leather (this one keeps coming back), cardigans are back, the colors green and lilac, crochet sets, hoodies and blazers - comfort and style, power bohemian florals, puffed sleeves (all the way back to Anne of Green Gables), pastels, thick-soled shoes, maxies, big sleeves and shoulders (women) as well as structured shoulders (men), bucket hats, Y2K fashion, wide-legged pants, robe-style jackets for men…and more puffer coats.

BVA FAshion Trends

BVA has been rocking high fashion from the start. Take a look at students and you will see widespread usage of sleepwear, athleisure, and hoodies. Some even take it a step further and wear a blanket to class. BVA is a prime example of the future of fashion.

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