Image credit:  DJ Premium.com. Rihanna is one celebrity that has embraced the '80's retro look - for better or for worse.

Five Apocalyptic Worthy Fashion Flops this Decade

I’ve gotta give credit to the Mayans for the inspiration of this blog, as well as countless Facebook groups, movies, and forums dedicated to that controversial “end of the world” date in 2012. But I have to say, this past decade we’ve survived through some pretty terrible fashion blunders, and what could be worse than that? It’s time to poke fun at this recent decade in fashion (I mean, er, critically analyze it) before we start off the new one with a fresh clean slate.

That Retro Look
Apparently this decade has relied on iconic fashions more than any other decade. Boho hippie style, ‘80’s leggings, shoulder pads, oh wait, I guess the ‘80s in general - I am pointing a big finger at you. Will the next decade at least be a little more original? Hmm, we can only wait and hope.

Leggings for Pants, AKA Jeggings
Leggings are fine, but then somebody started the whole “leggings, no pants and tiny shirt only” look, and that can get a little messy. Leggings are not called pants for a reason!

Image Credit: Forever21

Celebrity Fashion Lines
I just have to say that Jessica Simpson and other celebs are not the next Coco Chanel. Although I would have to admit that Gwen Stefani’s L.A.M.B does prove otherwise ... but that is an exception to the rule.

Uggh, not those shoes again
Uggs have been oh-so controversial for sure. According to many people and experts in the industry, they’re the worst designed shoes this decade, but others beg to differ. Some Hollywood stylist decided that pairing these cold weather sheepskin boots with shorts or a miniskirt might catch on, and the curious phenomenon was born.

Torn and Destroyed Designer Jeans

This one isn’t as bad so much as it’s ridiculous. I mean, you buy a pair of $200 designer jeans with rips in it? Wait, you mean it’s supposed to look like someone ran it over with a car and then tried to cut it into pieces? Oh.


Image Credit: mytruefit.com

Comments (7)
share share share
Login or register to post comments. All comments have to go through a queue for approval to keep the nasty stuff out, but we'll post yours as soon as we can.

The wild side of the story

I hate uggs but love the ripped jean. I am a bit of a wild girl but I do like to stay in fashion. The ripped jeans are perfect for my lifestyle because I don’t have to worry about them being ripped when I climb a tree or when I bushwhack through the forest. I totally understand and agree that ripped jeans are a bit weird but I don’t think they’re completely ridiculous. They do have their benefits. Uggs on the other hand don’t seem to have any benefits. They just look plain lazy. They would make great slippers but actual shoes, no way.

great article

You're right: uggs are everywhere in my school. It seems like every single girl in my school owns a pair except me. I also agree with the ripped designer jeans point. It think it's fine if you want to buy a pair of ripped jeans from somewhere more affordable (such as American Eagle)though. The jeans are just as good quality and nobody can really tell the difference from designer ripped jeans, and non-designer ripped jeans.

Fashion Faux Pauxs

I liked how you made reference to the Mayans and how the whole 2012 debacle relate to the fashion crisis that has been plaguing our decade. I thought it was quite funny!
However I must say and admit that I, too, have committed some of these "fashion no-no's." But I do agree with all your points. It is about time that we see a complete halt and end the madness of Uggs paired with bubble gum colour inspired Juicy Couture tracksuits, the whole cliche celebrity clothing lines that everyone has been coming out with – it's actually starting to get boring. Hopefully this year, new trends will arise...

Indeed!

Those are really good points,

and it seems as though there is a millimeter wide borderline between plain weird and outright original. It's scary when you think about it, just a small tweak/accessory change in an outfit can change it completely from horrible to trendsetter worthy.

However I have seen quite a few risky trends being pulled off very nicely (like the Jeggings and a shirt) so I think it all depends on who is wearing it and how well they wear it! All in all, playing around with the season's trends is fun, we just gotta watch that borderline :)

Ugg is right

Personally I love the ripped jeans look and do not mind the leggings and t-shirt look either. Both if worn properly and with the right attitude can potentially look good. You do make good points, Uggs in the summer paired with shorts have always made me cringe. I cannot wait to see the new trends this year !

You're right; it's weird.

I love the style that this was written in! I was laughing to myself the whole time, and I think you did an excellent job bringing up all these points. I've wondered about the torn jeans trend myself, and why people wear leggings in place of pants. It's silly, but I have to say that when done right it can create a very interesting and unique look.

This blog is pretty funny,

This blog is pretty funny, what with the Mayans being an inspiration and all! Honestly, I don't understand the whole ripped designer jeans thing either. However, I kind of like the retro 80's trend. I don't wear leggings myself, but the 80's were an awesome decade of music and fashion and so why not go back to it!

table of contents
November-December 2011 Issue: Youthink Magazine