Whether they’re micro-trends that pop up for a couple of months only to fizzle out or widespread crazes that last season upon season, eventually, all trends have their day.
So we hope it’s not too distressing to learn that some of your favourite sartorial mainstays have almost reached their end.
But don’t fret, we’ve recommended some reliable replacements to your outgoing wardrobe staples.
From the prevalence of the Dad Sneaker giving way to an unexpected usurper to the final knell on the bike short, here the nine trends to retire in 2020.
Whatever your preferred moniker: ‘Dad’ sneakers, adventure sneakers, chunky sneakers, the answer is the same. Fashion is almost over them. Shelve (or re-sell…) anything with exaggerated platforms, flashy colour-clashing or thick tongues and make way for…
We know, we know. ‘Thongs with heels’ doesn’t sound like a particularly appetising prospect but believe us when we say you’ll thank us later. Whether the classic iteration via Totême or a more strapped-up option by Bottega Veneta, they’re the 2019 update to the barely-there sandal.