Illustration by Tiffani Nelson
Welcome back to Trending Now (& Then)!
This week is the last post for this blog, so I decided to switch things up a bit.
Instead of deep diving into the history of a trend, I will be discussing all aspects of one current fashion trend: layering clothing and accessories.
Whether it’s for warmth or for looks, there are many different ways to layer clothing. Here are a few examples.
- Turtlenecks under t-shirts
Suggested by fashion influencer Emma Chamberlain in an InStyle article, layering long sleeve white turtlenecks under fun graphic t-shirts is a wardrobe staple for many young adults today.
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- Sweater vests
Sweater vests are another suggestion from Chamberlain. She credits the movie “Napoleon Dynamite” as her inspiration for outfits featuring sweater vests over turtlenecks and button ups.
- Base, mid and outer
Layers are vital for warmth, especially when hiking. Travel blog Voyager Tripper suggests a base layer that is tight and sweat wicking, a mid layer that is insulated and lightweight and an outer layer that protects from the elements such as snow and rain.
- Tights
Patterned tights under skirts, dresses and even ripped jeans are making a comeback. They can provide warmth or simply interest to an outfit according to a Cosmopolitan article.
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On TikTok, clothing layering is very popular with 21.1M views of #layeringoutfits. While some of these videos are legit, others poke fun at the trend by layering countless pieces of clothing on top of each other.
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Layering accessories, especially necklaces, became popular over this past summer. A Vogue article on the subject describes the feelings around the trend perfectly with its title, “More is More.” The article features many instances of celebrities wearing a mixture of beads and chains and chunky and dainty necklaces.
That’s a wrap on Trending Now (& Then). Thanks for traveling through the decades with me this semester to explore some of the most interesting trends to date.