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2017 is going to be the year for a lot of you out there. You’ve made the changes you want to see in your life and are well on your way to finding the best version of yourself. However, there’s one big thing that needs an update in 2017 – your wardrobe. Yes, you’re going to need to do a bit of shopping if you want to be on trend this year. Keep reading down below to learn some of the top pieces that you have go to be wearing in 2017.
- Fun Platform Heels
Even though comfortable flats and sneakers have dominated our wardrobes for the past few years, it’s time for platform heels to have their time to shine. Platform heels are going to give your wardrobe that fun update that it needs and will be a serious statement piece for any outfit. Get your hands on a pair if you want to be on trend this year!
- Slogan T-Shirts
While slogans are going to change the world overnight, they are definitely a way of sharing your opinion with the world. And what better way to share that slogan that you care so much about than putting it on a shirt? 2017 is the year of activism across the country, so adding that to a tee is a great way to make a statement.
- Strong-Shoulder Blazers
This spring is going to be all about that old eighties look with the strong-shoulder blazers. This is going to bring some serious nostalgia and turn plenty of heads as you walk down the street on the way to work.
- Sneakers for All Occasions
If you think that sneakers are just for running or working out, then you had better get a reality check. You want to make sure to be wearing sneakers with pretty much any outfit in 2017. They are great additions and you can be creative with what colored shoes you wear and with what outfit!
- Wide-Leg Pants
Skinny is slowly going out the window in favor of wide-leg pants. Wide-leg trousers that are cropped at the ankle are super trendy right now and will provide a serious update to any outfits.
- Chain-Strap Bags
The recent trend of minimalistic bags isn’t going anywhere anytime soon. However, that minimalism is going to get a bit of an upgrade with a chain strap that adds a bit more detail. Make sure to get yourself one if you want to be on trend this year and make a statement with your everyday bag.
- Statement Sleeves
If you haven’t ever tried on a statement sleeve because you didn’t think you could pull it off, then you had better go try one on right now. Statement sleeves with the shoulder exposed are going to be seriously popular this spring time. Feel free to experiment with the designs you use and what outfits you pair this item with to really make that statement!
- Vintage-Style Jeans
The 90s are coming back in full force with denim this year. Vintage-style jeans are going to be all the rage throughout the year from seriously destroyed denim to those that hug your bum in all the right places. Don’t be afraid to go all out 90s with denim – 2017 is the year to do it! You could even get some custom embroidery done to give your denim some cute patches.
- Pink Everything
“Millennial Pink” is something that you’ve probably heard a lot about. It first came into popularity in 2016 when this tone of pink became all the rage. Take it from us, this tone of pink is going to stay popular in 2017 and is going to be just as Instagrammable as ever. Experiment with varied tones of pink in different pieces of your outfit to see what you can create!
- Lacy Tops
Lacy tops are something that you might not exactly know how you can style and still acceptably go out into public. Well, you can easily throw on a t-shirt, add the lacy top on top, and add a stylish jacket over top of that. And that’s exactly how you can wear lacy tops without being too scandalous!
- Athletic Pieces
If you didn’t know, sporty is going to be seriously trendy in 2017. Make sure you get plenty of athletic pieces into your wardrobe this year to stay on trend. Whether it’s full-on track suit or just an athletic piece here or there, you’ve got to get on this trend while it’s still here. Plus, you can double up and wear your outfit to the gym when you’re done showing off!
- Cooler Khakis
Khakis are a clothing item that you thought are still reserved for dads and young kids. However, khakis are one of the up and coming trends of 2017. Keep an eye out for various versions of the khaki making their way into your wardrobe. See what you can make out of them!
- Bold Stripes
If you think that black-and-white stripes are going to cut it in 2017, then you have another thing coming. Sure, this is a classic look that’s not going to go away any time soon. But how about you try to be a bit bolder this year? Try out some dresses and sweaters that use various colors in a blocking fashion to make much more of a statement that black and white stripes. More color is better in 2017!
- Daytime Shine
And lastly, we have something that’s going to be good news for any of you who like to shine or shimmer in the night time. You can now shine and shimmer during the day as well! Plenty of designers are coming out with pieces that are going to add some extra shine to your outfits or shimmer with the use of sequins. Who says that you can only shine at night?
And there you have it! Which of these items do you already have in your wardrobe and which ones do you still need to get? Make sure you’re on trend in 2017 by wearing each of these items in your outfits.
