Ballet flats

Ballet flats were first introduced in 1947. Invented to provide more flexibility and freedom for dancing, they were first only worn by ballet dancers in the studio to perform in, however designers have taken this design and adjusted them for outer foot wear use. They resurfaced in the 2000s and are now a common shoe option for women. Although they received numerous re-brands over the years, ballet flats are dead and should be left in the 40s. They are an uncomfortable and impractical shoe option for everyday wear. They offer no arch support for your feet and are very uncomfortable. Ballet flats should be left in the dance studio.

Bubble skirts and bubble dresses

First introduced in 1954, they’ve recently resurfaced in modern day fashion. A bubble skirt has a voluminous hemline to create a puffed out bubble design. This design is not one of my favorites and is very hard to style. It’s not flattering on most people, making it look like they’re wearing a designer diaper. The dress version of this is much better, as it is a regular dress with just the puffed out bottom. It can also be a complete puffed out dress from the top to the bottom making people look like marshmallows, hiding their entire figure. However, there are versions of the bubble skirt that have been toned down to create less of an extravagant poof and give more of a flowy look, but it’s still not achieving the right design.

Popcorn shirts

Based on a Japanese sewing technique, the popcorn shirt is one of the most controversial designs. It came into place in the 90s and 2000s and was popular because of its bright and vibrant colors and its stretchiness and fun texture. However this shirt is anything but fun. It is not visibly appealing, making it look like you’re wearing a loofa. Celebrities like Dua Lipa and Lisa from Blackpink have embraced the return of popcorn tops. This has led to many brands trying to find a way to modernize the style by celebrating the piece’s unique texture in a more size-inclusive, wearable way.

Capri pants

A type of pants style that cut off mid-calf, they can be seen in denim, legging style, and even cargo. This style came out in 1948 but was seen a lot more in the 2000s, becoming a wardrobe staple. The purpose of this fashion trend was to stay cool in hot weather. People in the 40’s wore capris to stay more modest, and they were an alternative for wearing shorts. One of the reasons this fashion trend was so popular was because pop stars like Brittany Spears and Rihanna were wearing these pants. Capris made a huge comeback in the fall of 2024, by being seen on Bella Hadid and Julia Fox. This fashion trend has come a long way, and I don’t think it’s over yet.

Jeggings

Jeggings are leggings made to look like jeans. The point of this fashion trend was to be able to wear leggings, which are more comfortable, but still give the style of jeans. However, this look just ends up looking tacky and fake and not really giving the same appeal as denim. There’s usually no pockets or fake pockets on these pants making them less practical than jeans.

Ruffled shorts

Ruffled shorts are shorts that feature decorative ruffles either at the bottom of the shorts or all throughout the shorts. Ruffled shorts were made based on undergarments. They were supposed to be a playful take on undergarments for everyday wear. However, these shorts look like you’re wearing bloomers from the 16th century. They are not fashionable or appealing to look at. These shorts have been adjusted and modernized for decades ever since their first releases. However, the design of these have not gotten better from their release and honestly just keep getting worse and more and more overcomplicated for a fashion piece.