7 Comeback Fashion Trends

last updated 5 July 2022

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As we all know, fashion trends are cyclical. Just look at the revival of Y2K fashion happening at the moment. For whatever reason, I didn't think the low-rise trend would be creeping back into the mainstream so soon. I was actually dreading its return since I never could pull it off.

When I think back on all the trends throughout the years, there are so many that I look fondly on and wonder how imminent their comeback is. The '90s and 2000s are naturally top of mind, as they were my formative years. This spans everything from grunge and sleek minimalism to the glitzy pop-star era and the boho It girls who followed.

Keep scrolling to see seven trends I believe are destined for a comeback, plus some pieces you can shop to get each look. Who knows—if you scoop up what excites you the most, you just might be ahead of the curve next season.

1. Three-Quarter Sleeves

Three-quarter sleeves were everywhere—and I mean everywhere—for many years. Nineties minimalist pieces and preppier boatneck styles are where the sleeve length reigned supreme.

H&M

V-Neck Dress

Carolyn Bessette-Kennedy immediately came to mind when I saw this dress.

Vineyard Vines

Simple Boatneck Top

With the boatneck, this is even more of a throwback.

H&M

Sweater With Collar

This option is giving coastal-grandma vibes.

2. Super-Low Belts

This hip belt style had a variety of different aesthetics that it touched on, but nothing stands out to me more than the boho trend during the 2000s—Sienna Miller and Kate Moss had this look on lock.

Fp Collection

Studded Rancho Hip Belt

The oversize square buckle makes this belt a statement piece.

Rag & Bone

Clarke Suede Hip Belt

This belt would look great over a flowy dress.

Urban Outfitters

Circle Faux Leather Belt

As would this one.

3. Baggy Camo Pants

This cool printed pant style has had so many iterations throughout the past two decades. I distinctly remember liking a pair Gwen Stefani wore at an event in 1997, and Destiny's Child wore them in the early '00s.

Edikted

Aya Camo Print Low Rise Cargo Pants

Notice the low-rise going on here.

Urban Renewal

Vintage Camo Pant

I can totally see these worn either in a streetwear outfit or an elevated look with sleek strappy heels.

Topshop

Camo Print High Waist Straight Leg Pants

Here's a cool petite option for getting the look.

4. Peep-Toe Pumps

Peep-toe heels were on every red carpet from the '90s through the '00s. There was a minute there where a platform version was the go-to for every celebrity stylist, especially in a neutral color or black from Christian Louboutin.

Nina

Chezare Peep Toe Pumps

I bet you could easily pull off these silky kitten heels now. It's all about styling them in a minimalist way.

Chinese Laundry

Holliston Pumps

Patent platform pumps with an open toe were worn by every celebrity imaginable in the '00s.

Nine West

Hanken Peep Toe Sandals

I swear I've seen Christina Aguilera wear something exactly like these strappy peep-toe heels.

5. Butterfly Motifs

With the resurgence of Y2K, I can't help but immediately think about all the butterfly motifs that were floating around in the early aughts. Britney Spears comes to mind.

Jeffrey Campbell

Daydream Sandals

These rhinestone beauties scream Y2K.

H&M

Mesh Cardigan

This butterfly-print mesh cardigan makes quite the statement.

Betsey Johnson

61mm Butterfly Gradient Sunglasses

I swear I saw pop stars wear these sunglasses back in the day.

6. Newsboy Caps

Paris Hilton's hat collection in the early 2000s is all I can think of when I see these newsboy caps. The endless paparazzi photos showed this style worn with everything from velour suits to super-low-rise jeans.

Urban Outfitters

Frankie Faux Leather Cabbie Hat

This neutral hat would look great in the fall.

Isabel Marant

Evie Hat

This understated black option is super chic.

Comhats

Merino Wool Visor Beret Newsboy Cabbie Cap

One reviewer said, "This is a really cute hat. It goes with a lot of outfits."

7. Long, Skinny Scarves

Once upon a time, this barely-there piece was the go-to accessory. Even in the summer, we'd be draping a skinny scarf over tank tops and denim skirts.

Urban Outfitters

Fringe Skinny Scarf

This is one bold way to top off a look.

Rebecca Minkoff

Sequin Skinny Scarf

Go glitzy with this sequined option.

Urban Outfitters

Metallic Skinny Scarf

I would have worn this over a white cami top and jeans while I was in college.

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Jennifer Camp Forbes is currently the shopping updates editor at Who What Wear, where she has worked in a variety of capacities for over a decade, including creative director and various editor roles. She’s well-known as a shopping expert that’s sought out for advice and insight on the latest trends, outfit ideas, and fashion picks thanks to her thoughtful shopping roundups, digital moodboards, and extensive knowledge of up-and-coming brands, plus the new arrivals sections of the chicest retailers. Jennifer has had a lifelong interest in fashion which led her to intern at Harper’s Bazaar as an undergraduate. Later, while working towards her masters degree in psychological counseling at Columbia University, she founded two digital fashion publications: Le Fashion and Olsens Anonymous. The popularity of both sites grew and after graduation she decided put her plans to become a therapist aside to pursue a career in fashion. While she has called Los Angeles and New York City home in the past, she currently works remotely from Massachusetts. When she’s not obsessing over and writing about her latest fashion finds, she is delighting in raising two little ones with her highschool sweetheart, perusing TikTok religiously, listening to podcasts and audiobooks, creating abstract photographs, and eating the best Mexican food she can get her hands on.