Ditch This 2019 Trend and Try This 2020 Style Instead

While we may be in the thick of lockdown, sporting comfy, oversized-everything, this too shall pass — and so will the shapeless-trend we’ve been rocking since 2019.

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While we’d never deny you the cozy feels, we’d suggest a more flattering upgrade to your oversized and ultra-floaty fabrics for 2020. Mix it up and pair shapeless pieces with body-conscious ones to offset the look and keep it flattering.

These Joah Brown Empire joggers are the perfect slightly-oversized bottom to pair with a bodysuit or crop tee for that perfectly-balanced athleisure look.

We’re not entirely sure we ever loved this hippie-throwback trend, but bell sleeves definitely had a moment in 2019. And just like that — the moment is over.

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Sheer, pleated, pastel and ultra-puffy, sleeves are having a major moment in 2020. Voluminous and bold, this trend is a fun one. We suggest trying it in a basic style for a cool, of-the-moment look.

This puff sleeves top from HM is the perfect basic-with-a-trendy-twist to get you in on the style — for under $20!

Bomber jackets may never go out of style as a solid basic, but in 2020, you’ll be seeing more sophisticated jacket styles step up into the trend spotlight. This warm, cropped style may be an easy go-to in your wardrobe, but keep an eye out for the more figure-flattering, chic styles slated to take its place this year.

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One of the biggest jacket trends for the year is the utilitarian safari-style jacket. In a mid-length fit, seamed to graze your curves, and featuring a flattering waist-belt – this is one trend that works for everyone. Opt for one in a neutral, earthy hue — these colours are super on-trend at the moment, and as a neutral, is guaranteed to stay current for years to come. This one from Oak+Fort comes in a rich, earthy green and the leather material means you’d be knocking out two trends in one.

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The “naked shoe” trend that seemed to have everyone wearing barely-there clear vinyl-detail shoes in 2019 is phasing out in place of strappy — and considerably more comfortable — styles. Sorry KimYe.

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From subdued gladiator styles to t-strap heels, the strappy sandal is back in full-force for 2020. Try this trend out in a flat or kitten heel (we love these ones from Aldo Shoes), to maximize the comfort and versatility of this style.

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You can thank trend-master Jaquemus for the rise of the micro-bag. Available in every pastel hue and texture, these bags are adorably petite, and totally useless for anything other than snapping pics for the ‘gram. These itty-bitty purses cost a pretty penny for something that can barely store a mini gloss, and we’re not all that sad to see them go.

Finally a carry-all that fits everything and travels well. These oversized bag styles, spotted all over the runway scene for 2020, feature wide shoulder straps and are meant to be worn in a side-slung style — think: old-school paperboys, but chic. This funky fabric one from Zara has us hitting “add to cart”.

This cute, hipster trend was fun for about a minute, but the time has come to ditch this one. Cue the collective sigh of relief from everyone who has yet to openly admit just how unflattering this style is on.

If you buy one hat style this year, make it a baseball cap. Hugely versatile, appropriate for all seasons and one of the few accessories that get better with age and fading – the baseball cap is everything we hoped for in a 2020 accessory trend. Throw one on with your sweats to keep it casual head-to-toe, or pair it with a slip dress and sneakers for a seasonal getup that’s cute and comfy — win-win!

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Channel your inner librarian — and every Spring 2020 catwalk — and invest in a pair of oversized, vintage-inspired frames. Whether for sunglasses or prescription lenses, the exaggerated frame style is much more flattering – and practical – than the retro skinny frames popular last year. Bonus style points if you style these with a chunky glasses-chain. These ones from Nakd Fashion come in a rose tint, oversized aviator-style and ring in at under $15 – nana would approve.

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The sans-collar look is out, and in its place is a collar trend that’s sure to make a statement…

Whether you call it the “Peter-Pan collar” or the “disco collar” — this trend is all about creating a fun, exaggerated effect. We’d suggest trying this Zara poplin blouse for a crisp and versatile take on the trend.

Beautiful wearable-art as they may have been, bamboo bags, first made popular by Cult Gaia, have had their stay on the trend scene and are being replaced with fabric-based styles for 2020. Prop these bamboo bags up on a shelf and fill them with flowers for a bag-turned-vase effect in your home that’s sure to be a hit on the ‘gram.

An homage to the ‘90’s, minimalist shoulder bags are coming in hot for 2020. We love this one from Nakd Fashion.

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Ok, so at first glance, these may seem ugly as heck, but give it a minute, because they grow on you. Another throwback-style made fresh, these sporty sandals are coming out in endless colourways and fabrics, with chunky straps that feature easy-velcro or funky zips and ties. These shoes are the perfect finishing touch for your best athleisure looks this year.

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