Have you thought about how to highlight your individual look in 2020? Luckily, the season's top trends include a variety of shapes, interesting prints, and bold colors, giving you a wide range of options.
Whatever look you put together, remember to follow the 10 trending rules of 2020, and remember the most important thing: choose clothes that suit your taste and figure.
10. Black and white tartan
Black and white checkered patterns are an enduring classic. Despite the abundance of prints, designers never cease to amaze us with their diversity in one direction. In the 2020 season, checkered patterns were the most prevalent trend. The runways showcased suits, coats, and jackets from renowned brands, paired with unexpected wardrobe items.
In the 2020 season, it’s worth paying attention to the print:
- goose foot;
- plaid;
- Prince of Wales;
- Vichy;
- windowpane (window).
Windowpane's main difference from other prints is its large rectangles on a solid background. Interestingly, this check was originally intended only for men, but it became so popular that it migrated into women's wardrobes as well. Windowpane checks can be seen on the runways in the collections of the French fashion house.
Interesting fact: plaid was transformed from a common textile into an enduring brand thanks to actress Brigitte Bardot. The style icon wore a Vichy plaid dress for her second wedding.
9. Elegant Blue
According to the Plato Color Institute, Classic Blue is the color of the 2020 season. Understated, calm, simple, yet elegant, it suits any occasion. Classic Blue looks appropriate in both everyday and evening wear. This effortlessly minimalist blue pairs with all shades of the color wheel.
Blue is plentiful in the Spring/Summer 2020 fashion collections! Designers used the trendy color in a variety of shades for dresses, tops, skirts, and trousers, showcasing it in wool and silk, tweed, and solids. You can see how to wear Classic Blue in photos from the shows of Marc Jacobs, Nina Ricci, Bottega Veneta, and many other luxury brands.
8. Sexy teachers
Who hasn't at least once wanted to try on the image of a strict teacher? In 2020, doing so will automatically put you among the fashionistas. Max Mara, Victoria Beckham, and Miu Miu encourage you to go beyond your imagination and dress like the most stylish teacher you could ever imagine.
Dresses reign supreme at couture shows, but in addition to the usual looks, many designers have taken to evoking the cinematic portrait of the "sexy teacher." There are suits and jackets paired with wire-rimmed glasses, and open blouses with pencil skirts by Alexandre Vauthier, a lover of draping and whimsical bows. Can you imagine yourself in this trendy look yet?
7. Lace for every day
Good news for your sleeping "princess." It's time to set her free, at least in 2020. This season, lingerie style can be worn regularly: dresses, floor-length skirts, seductive sheer tops—everything is in. It's not hard to guess that snow-white dresses, designed to accentuate femininity, have taken the top spot in the fashion scene.
An absolute must-have for the 2020 season is lace dresses with voluminous sleeves. Fashionistas have a wide range of choices, with both unusual puff sleeves and playful flared dresses trending. The white dress lineup offers a stunning variety of styles, guaranteeing it will be a favorite for any fashionista. But not everyone loves white—luckily, if you wear a lace black dress, you're still guaranteed to get some stares.
Besides white, the following dress colors are also relevant:
- red;
- black;
- emerald;
- pink;
- burgundy;
- blue;
- all shades of pastel.
6. Deep cutouts
The 2020 season is full of rich colors and styles. One of the biggest trends for spring/summer is the plunging neckline. Necklines vary, but designers recommend opting for "90s-inspired" styles, characterized by off-the-shoulder and asymmetrical necklines. Finding such pieces isn't difficult—if you have the desire.
Women with a smaller bust will be especially pleased—fashionistas strongly recommend revealing necklines for them. In its collections, Jacquemus presented dresses and strappy tops with plunging necklines that will make you the star of any party.
Fun fact: many celebrities love wearing plunging necklines—pop singer and actress Jennifer Lopez, for example. Fortunately, she has no reason to be self-conscious about her body—at 50, she looks absolutely stunning! The secret to her beauty has been revealed: Lopez maintains a healthy lifestyle, goes to the gym, and only rarely drinks alcohol.
5. Tropical prints
The spring/summer season promises to be even hotter thanks to one of the key trends of 2020: tropical prints. As we know, in Russia, winter takes a long time to transition into spring. To avoid the blues, tropical outfits will bring you closer to warmer days and lift your spirits. For men, a Hawaiian shirt is ideal – pair it with chinos and bright sunglasses.
Bright flowers and lush tropical plants, seemingly ready to burst into fragrance, are sure to lift your spirits and get you emotionally ready for summer. Collections from brands like Valentino, Dolce & Gabbana, and Versace will help you choose a tropical jungle look. The designers have done a wonderful job—these collections feature stunning sets featuring tropical landscapes and their inhabitants.
Outfits with tropical prints go well with:
- voluminous chains on the neck with imitation reptile skin;
- miniature handbags;
- hoop earrings;
- parrots on sunglasses;
- woven sandals.
4. Geometric black and white print
Lovers of classic combinations can go wild in the 2020 season: black and white geometric prints include not only stripes, but also polka dots and even entire abstract patterns. Black and white geometric prints look especially striking on long dresses.
A black and white palette doesn't have to be boring, but it requires careful styling. For example, a striped black and white blazer draped over the shoulders will look stunning with a black dress; stripes also visually elongate a person. For a stroll around town, skinny black pants and a polka-dot or striped chiffon blouse are perfect.
3. Wrap skirt
Luckily, there's a wide variety of skirt styles and cuts, so every woman can find the perfect option. Wrap skirts are getting a lot of attention these days, and they're definitely worth adding to your wardrobe. For those unfamiliar, a wrap skirt has an interesting cut—one piece of fabric overlaps another, creating a striking look. A black leather skirt paired with a simple cotton T-shirt makes for an incredibly stylish look.
The most fashionable styles of 2020 feature lower sections with rows of buttons, seemingly cut from a coat. The season's trend is for contrasting tops and bottoms, which should be taken into account when choosing a skirt. The palette of current colors is quite wide—all beige and powder shades are appropriate. Red is especially trendy. Animal prints, geometric patterns, and floral designs are also popular this season.
The most popular skirt models:
- pencil;
- Sun;
- tulip;
- trapezoid;
- skirt-shorts;
- straight cut;
- asymmetrical smell.
2. Oversized suits
Pantsuits originated in the 1930s, when members of the world's elite began wearing trousers. One of the first appearances of a pantsuit on a woman was by Marlene Dietrich, who posed for Vogue magazine in 1933 wearing a summer two-piece. This was a bold move, as a woman wearing pants at the time was controversial, and until the 1950s, a woman seen wearing a pantsuit could be jailed.
Fortunately, we live in the 21st century and can express our individuality without fear of arrest. Every woman can find a comfortable, stylish, and, of course, beautiful oversized suit that will become the highlight of her wardrobe. You can highlight your unique style with trendy colors: pistachio, purple, red, blue, or pink. The undisputed winner of the season is the all-white suit. The key to choosing a suit is to ensure the trousers have a waist fit, which accentuates femininity.
1. Minimalism
Minimalism is back in fashion! If you're not a fan of bright colors, trendy animal prints, and tie-dye, you can still create an elegant look with neutral tones. Simple cuts are the preferred choice, but designers in their collections demonstrate that leather inserts, draping, and slits add a unique touch.
Minimalism doesn't necessarily require accessories, but if you really want to, there's no need to wear multiple rings, bracelets, and earrings. Choose just one piece that perfectly complements your look. Remember, the main rule of minimalism is restraint and a lack of pretentiousness.
Interestingly, due to the COVID-19 coronavirus, models at Marine Serre's February show wore masks from Airinum, a company specializing in tech accessories. Is there a chance that masks will stop being associated with the apocalypse and become a new form of clothing?
It's worth noting that hygiene and safety are not the first to influence fashion. In 1930, Veronica Lake sported a luxurious, softly wavy hairstyle. At the start of World War II, she transformed her hairstyle by pinning up her locks. American women working in industrial plants followed her example, leading to a 251-300-percent reduction in accidents. The culprit was women's hair getting caught in the machines.