Is This Polarizing Denim Trend on Its Way Back?

What goes around comes around. Fashion is perpetually fascinated with throwback looks from past decades, and this season is no exception. At Tibi's S/S 17 collection, we noticed one retro trend in particular: acid-washed denim that looks like it could have come straight from the '80s. But instead of pairing it with cliché pieces like neon graphic sweatshirts, the brand teamed the jeans with neutral, modern-feeling pieces—specifically an army-green blouse with statement sleeves and a black-and-white top with a blazer. The on-trend items gave the '80s jeans a thoroughly contemporary feel, resulting in cool looks that might be enough to convince naysayers to try the trend again. 

Scroll down to see how Tibi interpreted the acid-washed denim trend for S/S 17!

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What are your thoughts on this denim trend? Tell us in the comments below, and then shop acid wash jeans if you're on board with the look!

Erin Fitzpatrick
Senior News Editor

Erin got her start as a Who What Wear intern over 12 years ago—back when the site only published a single story per day. (Who What Wear has since increased that number twentyfold.) She graduated magna cum laude from USC, which is how she ended up moving to Los Angeles from her hometown of San Diego. In college, she also interned at Refinery29, where she was promoted to editorial assistant and then assistant editor. After nearly three years at R29, she came back to WWW in 2016, where she currently holds the title of senior news editor (as well as the unofficial title of resident royal expert—in case you haven't noticed her numerous Meghan Markle and Kate Middleton stories). She spends her days trying to incorporate her idols, Anna Wintour and Roger Federer, into as many stories as possible. Outside of work, she loves tennis, classic rock, traveling, and smothering her dog with affection.