2021 Popular Fashion Trend Predictions
It’s everyone's favorite time of year, the time when we get to delve into the new trend and trend predictions for a new year. Although all fashion events will most likely be online or virtual for the foreseeable future, it just means you have all access to watching how fashion unfolds. With fashion being so online, it means you can witness everyone's best and brightest outfits through Instagram and TikTok.
Trends from 2020 were a bit nonexistent for most of the year, due to the pandemic and having nowhere to go. Things for 2021 are looking a bit more optimistic with more and more people being vaccinated daily. Hopefully, by Christmas, we can be back to fashion shows and concerts.
Here are the popular fashion trend predictions for 2021:
Spring Fashion Prediction:
1. Wide leg pants
According to Tiktok, GenZ has canceled skinny jeans. It’s all wide-leg pants from here on out. There are even fewer and fewer regular denim jeans to be seen. Many, with too much time on their hands, have started painting and upcycling jeans. Now there's patchwork wide pants, painted pants, plaid wide pants are very popular. They’re also a lot more comfortable than skinny jeans.
2. Pastels
Pastels are very popular for the last couple of months. One of the biggest trend to be seen were matching cardigan-tank sets. Lavender and light yellows seem to be very popular and will likely last into the spring. The colors are very spring-like and bring in a sense of comfort.
Summer Fashion Predictions:
3. Bandanas & Silk Scarves
Bandanas are making a call to that Y2K feel that seems to be so popular. There’s also been a lot of people wearing silk scarves in a variety of ways. From in their to hair, to tied as a top, both scarves and bandanas have become popular and will likely last into the summer.
4. Flamboyant Dresses
After so long with nowhere to go and no reason to get dressed, it’s likely possible for this summer to be a little flamboyant. When the last pandemic ended, we entered the Roaring 20’s. Hopefully, we can enter again by the end of the year. This summer could see people cranking out some really great outfits, starting with flamboyant dresses. From patterns to colors, the potential for standing out is definitely there.
Fall Fashion Predictions:
5. Cow Print
Now cow-print could make its heyday during any season but the fall would be perfect for some fun prints. Cow print has been popular lately because it's easy to DIY. Many have used the stuff that's in season now but haven't worn it, so possibly, they’ll wear the DIY cow print tops, bags, and jeans for next fall. It'll be one of the great patterns of 2021!
6. Arm Warmers
This has been a bit of an odd and upcoming trend. Basically, it's just a hole for your head and two sleeves. Typically, it's worn with a tank top or a bra underneath and often sold together so they match. It’s a way to keep your arms warm but also show a little cleavage or mid-drift.
Winter Fashion Predictions:
7. Jogger Sets
These have been a true lifesaver in quarantine. Many struggles with trying to look both cute and to be comfortable. This created the sweetest. We’re still in quarantine, which has made many tie-dying, paintings, and adding a little spice to anything they have. Retailers caught on, and now they sell matching sets of sweatshirts and sweatpants. Now you can be cute, cozy, and coordinated.
8. Bucket Hats
Tiktok seemed to have people catching on to just how easy bucket hats are to make. Online retailers caught on to how easy they are to make into fan merch and to sell. Appa bucket hats from Avatar the Last Airbender were very popular over the summer. There were even some upcycling Trader Joes bags into bucket hats.
2021 will be full of surprises and will be a great year for fashion unlike 2020.
Opinions and Perspectives
It's interesting how social media has democratized fashion trends during lockdown.
The jogger sets trend is probably here to stay. Too comfortable to give up now.
These predictions feel very GenZ influenced but I'm not mad about it.
Started making my own bucket hats and now all my friends want one too.
The arm warmers actually look cute with sleeveless dresses for transitional weather.
Love how these trends mix comfort with style. Finally fashion that makes sense!
Really hope the flamboyant dress prediction comes true. Ready to dress up again!
The bandana trend is so versatile. I use mine as a face mask, headband, or neck accessory.
Been upcycling my old clothes to match these trends. Saves money and helps the environment!
The wide-leg pants trend is great for all body types. Much more inclusive than skinny jeans.
Not sure about matching sets. They remind me too much of being stuck at home.
The pastel trend feels very optimistic. Maybe that's what we all need right now.
I've noticed these trends are very social media driven. TikTok really influences fashion now.
The DIY aspect of current fashion is so refreshing. Makes everything feel more personal.
Remember when we thought jogger sets were just for the gym? Now they're legitimate fashion.
Anyone else notice how these trends are very comfortable compared to pre-pandemic fashion?
The cow print trend is actually growing on me. Saw some cute accessories with it.
I'm skeptical about the arm warmers lasting beyond fall. Seems like a very specific trend.
Been seeing lots of pastels in mens fashion too. Nice to see some softer colors for guys.
The flamboyant dress prediction makes sense. We're all tired of looking bland!
My favorite part about wide-leg pants is how they look with both sneakers and heels.
Wonder if these trends will stick around or if we'll see completely new ones emerge post-pandemic.
There are some great tutorials online for scarf tying! Changed my whole summer wardrobe game.
Tried the silk scarf as a top trend but couldn't figure out how to tie it properly.
The jogger sets trend speaks to my soul. Business on top, comfort on bottom for video calls!
Those cardigan-tank sets are everywhere but they're actually super practical for temperature changes.
Loving how inclusive fashion has become with all these DIY trends. Anyone can participate regardless of budget.
The bucket hat trend is surprisingly versatile. I wear mine basically everywhere now.
These predictions seem spot on for post-pandemic fashion. We all want to express ourselves more!
I'm still holding onto my skinny jeans. They work perfectly with my boots in winter.
The wide-leg pants are so much more comfortable for working from home. Never going back to skinny jeans!
Anyone else think some of these trends feel very Y2K? Especially the bandanas and bucket hats.
I've noticed matching sets everywhere lately. It's like the grown-up version of school uniforms but make it fashion.
The cow print trend feels very Instagram-influenced. Not sure it will translate well to real life.
Just wait until winter comes around. You'll understand why arm warmers are practical then!
My arms get cold easily so I'm actually loving the arm warmers trend. Perfect for spring!
Not sure about the flamboyant dresses prediction. I feel like people will ease back into dressing up gradually.
Been rocking the bandana look since last summer and I'm glad it's sticking around!
The pastel trend is nice but I worry it makes me look washed out. Anyone else have this problem?
I think we'll see even more creative DIY fashion in 2021 since people got used to crafting during lockdown.
The silk scarf trend reminds me of my grandmother, but somehow it looks so fresh and modern now.
Those Trader Joe's bucket hats are genius! I've seen them all over TikTok and they look surprisingly good.
I actually disagree about GenZ canceling skinny jeans. In my area, they're still very popular.
The jogger sets trend is literally the best thing to come out of 2020. Comfort and style? Yes please!
Can't wait to break out some flamboyant dresses this summer! After being in sweats for a year, I'm ready to dress up.
I love how DIY fashion has become mainstream during quarantine. I've been painting my own jeans and it's so much fun!
The arm warmers trend seems pretty impractical to me. What's the point of keeping just your arms warm?
Anyone else think the cow print trend is a bit much? I feel like it's going to look dated really quickly.
Just ordered some pastel cardigans and they're absolutely perfect for spring! The lavender ones are my favorite.
Honestly, I can't get behind the whole wide-leg pants trend. Skinny jeans are classic and flattering on most body types.
I'm so excited to see wide-leg pants making a comeback! My skinny jeans have been feeling really restrictive lately.