Future trends: Fall/Spring 2024

So, here’s the thing about 2024: It’s going to be wild, unexpected, and most importantly, fun. Whether you’re strutting around in head-to-toe metallic or belt-buckling yourself into oblivion, the only rule is that there are no rules.

I can’t help but wonder: What in the name of Anna Wintour will 2024 fashion bring us?

If the past few years have taught us anything, it’s that anything goes—seriously…

So grab your mini vintage sunglasses, dust off your best trench coat, and let’s dive into the wild, wonderful world of what’s coming next in fashion. Trust me, you’ll want to be ahead of the curve (or at least have something fabulous to wear while it bends).

Unnecessary Belts: Because Why Not?

Remember when belts were functional? Yeah, neither do I. In 2024, belts are showing up where they have no business being—over blazers, on top of sweaters, cinching oversized coats, and even randomly around skirts with no loops. It’s a power move, really. The more unnecessary the belt, the better. I’m pretty sure by mid-year we’ll see people belting their puffer jackets, and I, for one, am ready for it.

Note: If you lose your keys, check under the belt—there’s a 70% chance you strapped them to yourself.

The Revenge of the Peplum

Thought peplum was gone forever? So did I. But, like your ex who keeps "accidentally" showing up at the same parties, peplum is back—and it’s bolder than ever. The waist-enhancing silhouette that ruled the early 2010s is making a comeback with a vengeance. This time, it's exaggerated, architectural, and paired with everything from jeans to pencil skirts. It’s dramatic, it’s flouncy, and it's ready to say, "I know you thought you’d seen the last of me."

Sheer Chaos: Peekaboo Fashion

Transparency is key in 2024. No, not in your relationships (though, maybe?)—but in your clothes. Sheer fabrics are taking over, from barely-there tops to translucent dresses that leave just enough to the imagination. Layering will be your best friend. Think mesh, organza, and tulle—all working together to give you that perfect balance of sexy mystery and, "Is this appropriate for the grocery store?"

Answer: Yes, always yes.

Big Bags, Big Moves

In direct contrast to last year’s "Itty Bitty Bag" trend (which was ugly by the way,) 2024 is all about going big. Think tote bags that could double as carry-ons, or purses so massive you could store a small animal in there. This trend is all about looking effortlessly chic while carrying enough stuff to survive the apocalypse. Or, you know, just a really long day at work.

Pants? Optional. Mini Shorts? Required.

Let’s be real: We’ve all grown a little too comfortable with the baggy jean wardrobe, and 2024 is leaning out of that energy. Pants are now officially optional—at least when it comes to what fashion’s throwing our way. Get ready to see oversized tops, sweater dresses, and shirts so long they double as gowns. Just add some killer knee-high boots, and voila: You’re effortlessly cool and comfy. No pants, no problem. And something I think will take over quicker than the Jacob Elordi obsession is mini shorts. LAMARQUE's mini high-rise cut shorts in suede or leather are IT. While they may be $268, they are an investment piece.

Kitten heels will always be in, but stilettos are back.

Let’s talk about kitten heels—those little darlings of the shoe world that never leave us hanging (literally). Whether it’s the 90s, 2010s, or this year when we all decided "comfy" is the new black, kitten heels are that faithful friend who’s always there to save you from blisters and fashion faux pas. They’re practical, they’re cute, and they say, “I want height, but I’m not suffering for it, thank you very much.”

But… I’ve got this feeling, a little tremor in my sole (pun very much intended), that stilettos are creeping back. Yep, the spindly, sky-high, Carrie-Bradshaw-approved heels are staging a comeback. And honestly, I’m torn between excitement and fear. Because while kitten heels whisper, “I’m chic but grounded,” stilettos shout, “I’m here to slay—call me when the afterparty starts.”

- Kitten Heels: The Reliable BFF of Shoes

First, let’s give kitten heels their moment. I mean, they’re the perfect shoe for when you want to feel polished without wobbling like a newborn giraffe on a night out. Whether it’s work, brunch, or a casual wedding, kitten heels will see you through it all—your feet barely notice the height, but your look still has that “I’m slightly taller than usual” magic. Plus, they go with everything. Jeans? Yes. Dresses? Duh. A bathrobe and sunglasses while you grab your iced coffee? Obviously.

- Enter the Stiletto: The Drama Queen We Missed

But here’s the thing—there’s something irresistible about the drama of a good stiletto. That extra four inches of height, that click-clack as you strut into a room. Stilettos make an entrance for you. They’re a power move, a declaration that you’re not afraid of a bit of instability if it means looking fierce. Sure, they might require an extra Advil by the end of the night, but isn’t a little pain worth it for those moments when you catch your reflection and think, “Who is she?!”

Stilettos turn the everyday sidewalk into a runway, and if that means I have to relearn how to walk in them without taking out nearby pedestrians, so be it.

A Crochet Comeback

Yes, you read that right. Crochet is back, and it’s not just for grandma’s blankets anymore. We’re talking head-to-toe crochet dresses, tops, and even accessories. It’s like wearing a hug—but make it chic. The key? Oversized everything, and maybe pair it with a statement belt so you don’t accidentally look like a walking doily. Extra points if you can convince people you made it yourself (we won’t tell).

Bonus: You’ll look stylish while lounging on your velvet couch sipping tea from a vintage teacup, which is apparently the new influencer thing. #CottagecoreWho?