Fashion Trends That Will Be in for 2017 and 5 That Will Be Out

With a new year brings trends that we're ready to welcome into the fold and others that can see themselves out. But which is which? Read on for insider info from the pros at Saks Fifth Avenue, Bloomingdale's, The Shoebox, and other major retailers.

 IN: "Stripes are the equivalent to what a white t-shirt used to be back in the day," says Roopal Patel, fashion director of Saks Fifth Avenue. "They have nine lives. We've seen the trend now for two to three seasons and it will continue to carry forward."

 

 IN: "Sneakers will continue to be extremely popular in the upcoming year," advises Gennie Yi, Intermix's buyer of designer and ready-to-wear. "Because of their versatility, you can never have too many. Glitter, leopard, and satin updates to sneakers effortlessly dress up an outfit and give you a reason to buy multiple pairs."

 IN: "There was an artistically inspired theme across the runways," says Kate Foley, contributing fashion director of Vestiaire Collective. "From Roksanda and Céline to J.W.Anderson, Proenza Schouler, Marni, Valentino, and many other brands, whether directly inspired by a particular artist's work, painterly prints, or patterns, strong art references will be here to stay in 2017."

 IN: "One shoe trend we see really taking over in 2017 is the mule," says Sean Kirschenbaum co-owner of The Shoebox. "Flat mules, low block-heel mules, heeled mules, sneaker mules, espadrille mules—mules in all fabrications and colors including velvet, satin, canvas, and embroidery. They were big for 2016 and they will be even bigger for 2017."

 

OUT: "Corsets had such a huge moment this year, but I'm not sure if I see designers continuing this into 2017 after the trend was covered in such a major way in the press," says Foley.

 

OUT: "A huge change is coming in the denim world," warns Jaffe.  "Skinny jeans with stretch have reigned supreme for a long time but we anticipate a shift toward contrast denim styles in vintage silhouettes."

OUT: "There's a fresher graphic interpretation of the sweet and romantic trends of 2016," says Yi. "The tulip flare has moved onto a sharper asymmetric hemline, the soft lingerie-dressing look has evolved into strong and powerful corsetry details, and the romantic and luxe velvets of the past are now modernized with an easy-to-wear attitude."

 OUT: "Heels four to five inches or higher have been a trend that we have seen rapidly decrease," notes  Kirschenbaum. "Women nowadays are way more focused on comfort and practicality (and value investing in a shoe that is both stylish and comfortable enough to walk or commute in) which is why there has been such an increase in demand for sneakers and low block-heels."

 OUT: "I think we're starting to see that clean classic sneakers are not as exciting anymore," says Patel. "It's now about sneakers that are embellished or have something like emojis or logos on them." 

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Springtrend: Ways to Rock Stripes

Many people find stripes intimidating and, as a result, tend to avoid this pattern most of the time. It is believed that stripes can make you look wider and therefore a little heavier, too. But the truth is that stripes can actually be flattering on your figure when worn the right way. There are a few things to consider when wearing stripes and these include the size/thickness of your stripes, where you wear them and what you wear them with. If you love the look of stripes but are afraid of having them make you look bigger, check out these seriously stylish ways to wear stripes that will help you overcome that fear.

SUIT UP – If you love the look of street style outfits involving a suit but think that it’s too mature and grown up for you, try wearing a striped suit. This will give you the same sharp and sophisticated look but with a more fun and youthful twist.

DOUBLE VISION – Confused about what kinds of stripes to wear? Generally, you should wear horizontal stripes in areas that you want to look wider and vertical stripes in areas that need elongating. But if you think you need both kinds of stripes in different areas, go ahead and just mix and match, and wear the kind of stripes each specific area needs. The result will be a fun look that’s both flattering and chic.

ANIMAL STRIPES – Who says you have to stick with the traditional striped lines when you choose to wear this pattern? If you’re looking for something more interesting with just the right hint of sexy in it, why not try wearing animal stripes? Tiger and zebra stripes are among the most popular in this category but you’re more than welcome to wear other styles, too.

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TREND GUIDE SPRING 2014: LINES

These stars know that, contrary to popular belief, it´s a scientific fact that horizontal stripes actually have a slimming effect ( totally true).

Take inspiration.....xo

Poppy Delevingne in Emilia Wickstead

Sarah Jessica Parker in L`Wren Scott

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NEW MOD

Sharp black and white is the statement for spring, with designers like Marc Jacobs, Stella McCartney going for the bold.

Stripes are in this season, but they´re not your mother´s pinstripes. Bigger is better as far as we´re concerned - walk a wide line with high-wasited Balmain  pants or a graphic Dolce & Gabbana dress or break it up with a two-tone look by Chanel...

Marc Jacobs

Stella McCartney

Chanel

Balmain

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