If 2020 was the year of loungewear, 2021 was the year of going big.
Want to reminisce about all the wild, eye-catching looks we loved this year?
We’ve got you covered.
Here are the absolute best fashion trends of 2021.
AsThe Guardiannoted in November, branded tote bags became a sort of status symbol.
Some brands even latched onto the trend to sell new products.
The New York Timesalso noticed the tote bag trend.
Our guess is, this trend is here to stay.
With many of us working from home and socializing via our screens, it was a natural upswing.
So, in 2021, we found the perfect compromise: fancy loungewear.
And what better outfit to show off that side of our personalities than the power suit?
This year, the gender-neutral, fitted monochrome suit became a must-have.
The great thing about the power suit is that you might really get creative.
Wear it over a shirt or with nothing underneath.
Wear it with heels.
Wear it with shorts.
The options are endless.
We love the versatility and potential for personal expression that comes with this powerful, bold look.
After a year of staying indoors, it’s no wonder we all turned to such a statement!
And who can blame them?
Heels certainly do (literally) elevate your look.
They can make a pair of slouchy trousers look a little more pulled together.
They can make a summer dress look like something out of a “Gossip Girl” cocktail party.
They even go well with jeans, giving you that classic French girl look.
While they may not be themostpractical shoe, sometimes, a little discomfort is worth it.
The retro fringed jacket certainly had a moment this year.
While this classic look isn’t a new trend, it came back with a bang in 2021.
Everyone seemed to be going for the ’70s cool girl vibe.
However, in 2021, brown exploded onto the fashion scene.
Everyone was wearing it.
AsThe Guardianwrote in February, “Is brown the new black?”
Essentially, brown becametheessential base color.
Whether hiking, walking or camping, consumers were seeking comfort in grounding and authentic hues."
No wonder we were all brown-obsessed.
Beaded jewelry was trending
Jewelry got pretty funky in 2021.
Either way, everyone was bedecked in beads this year.
We already know that the ’90s are back in style.
Love it or hate it, the 2010s experienced a real resurgence this year.
The mini skirt was super trendy this year
Wait a minute, was this 2021 or 1960?
That’s right the mini skirt came back in full force this year in all its mod girl glory.
And those short hemlines were everywhere.
That’s right, in 2021, mini skirts weren’t just for the summer.
Pair a mini skirt with some sheer tights and tall boots for the perfect trendy winter look this year.
This look is definitely here to stay.
Vintage Gucci is having a moment
Gucci has always been a staple of the fashion industry.
The British brand Asda also began selling vintage Gucci thanks to the film.
So, which specific pieces became popular?
You could wear a turtleneck knit vest over a tight black long-sleeved shirt, for instance.
Or, you could pair an oversized v-neck vest with a black turtleneck underneath.
The biggest vest trend, however, is the v-neck knit vest over a button-up, collared white shirt.
Vintage checked coats had their moment
Yes, checked coats have always been a wardrobe staple.
This British film features a scruffy, moth-eaten maxi coat.
This unlikely item has once again caught the attention of the fashion savvy.
AsThe Guardiannoted, checked coats were all the rage in menswear lines of 2021.
But checked coats were also hugely popular for women, too.
And the hype for checked coats remained throughout 2021.
AsGraziaput it simply, “Tartan coats are big right now.”
This year, cowboy boots burst back onto the scene.
And it’s not hard to see why.
2021 called for big, bold looks, and cowboy boots certainly delivered.
It seems that western-inspired looks are here to stay, so dust off those cowboy boots for 2022!
However, in January, politicians and their family members showed us it was more than possible.
The three women went viral when they all wore synchronized monochromatic outfits.
Everything from their coats to their gloves to their scarves to their face masks were perfectly matching.
Michelle Obama, Jill Biden, and Kamala Harris also went for the monochrome look (viaBuzzFeed).
It’s no wonder these bold, colorful looks caused a stir.
Plus, they also reminded us how one bold color is sometimes all it takes to make an impact.
We just hope the monochrome trend continues into 2022.
Sequins were seriously in this year.
“There’s something incredibly joyful to look at something that’s shiny.”
Zee was referring to how almost every fashion designer included sparkles and sequins in their collections this year.
AsHarper’s Bazaarnoted, the sequined looks of 2021 weren’t necessarily like anything we’d seen before.
Want to end the year on a high?
There’s no better way than by covering yourself in glimmering sequins!
