We’re Back to Y2K. Here are the trends you would want to follow to ace this era.

It is known to almost everyone that fashion is cyclic. We covered the 80s and the 90s. Now the clock is at the 00s, Y2K! Yes, some of us still have PTSD from the barely there, two-inch-zipper of the low rise jeans of the 2000s. 00’s have a bad rep for being the era of fashion blunders. When you think of the huge belts worn with literally everything, kitsch accessories and bedazzled logos, it does show 00’s as a fashion faux pas, some might even call it gaudy. Nonetheless, the Y2K trends are back and there is no denying it. Theshops will tell you how to ace the Y2K trends without looking like a spice girl.

What is Y2K?

First, let’s talk about what Y2K aesthetic. Often people think that Y2K refers to the fashion trends of the decade of 2000-2010, as its literal meaning is ‘year 2000’. While in fact, this aesthetic is much more than just the literal translation of the word. In the late 90s and the early 00s, people both feared and joyfully awaited the rise of technology. Therefore the Y2K aesthetic features futuristic and tech loving fashion, think – shiny fabrics, pleated skirts, chunky sneakers, mono chrome co-ords and colourful sunglasses.

The biggest influence on the fashion of the era were movies like Mean Girls and Legally Blonde, Carrie Bradshaw from Sex and the City and of course the Bratz Dolls.  It I their closets that are the gateways to the best looks of this era.

So let’s stop being apprehensive, give Y2K another chance. Here are some trends that will help you ace the Y2K trend in 2021.

Colourful Accessories

From necklaces to bracelets, sunglasses to hair clips, Y2K is everything colourful when it comes to accessories.

• Pair your beaded necklaces, chockers and bracelets with your metallic necklaces and bracelets for a fresh 2021 take on the Y2K aesthetic.
• The butterfly hair clips travelled from the 90s to the 00s and now has returned to 2021. Try doing a middle part and simply clip your front locks with the tiny butterfly hair clips for a cute soft girl look.
• Now, for an exaggerated Y2K aesthetic take your front locks and make two thin braids, secure it with a rubber band and now place the butterfly clips on top of the braids.

Bandanas

The most versatile accessory of the 2000’s was perhaps the bandana. This is that one accessory that will go with all your casual outfits. This staple of the 2000 can change your look instantly and give you a chic and carefree vibe. You can rock this headscarf in number of ways.

• Firstly, there is the classic way! Fold the bandana into a triangle and wrap it on top your head. Leave your hair loose for this look, throw on a tiny top and a pair of baggy jeans. Complete the look with a pair of skinny sunglasses and some sneakers.
• Alternatively, you can twist the fabric of the bandana into a thin strip and wear is as a regular headband.
• You can also tie the twisted strip on the top of your head to a get a headband with bunny ears. For a fun look try matching the colours and patterns of your headband and your outfit.

Front Tie Top

This might just be the trend that made the biggest comeback in 2021. Front tie tops have already adapted to the future with cool and pastel tones, subtle prints and ribbed fabrics.

• You can style them with a cute bralette underneath or if you are feeling particularly adventurous, with nothing under. In either case, you’ll look fresh and dapper.
• These tops look best with wide legged pants, baggy jeans and miniskirts. For a street style, pair it with sneakers and for a chic look go for heels. Talk about versility!

Baby Tees

A fad that burned bright in the late 90’s and early 2000’s, is the cutest trend to have made a comeback this season. These tees are typically cropped just above the belly button. This is the trend that will add ‘fun’ to your wardrobe. You can find them with adorable patterns and characters or with quirky quotes and graphics on the top. Furthermore, they go well with almost any bottom.

• Pair your baby tee with a fun tennis skirt and a pair of white sneaker and you are ready to go about the day making heads turn.
• Take a pair of sequin denim jeans and pair it with a white baby tee, thrown on a pair of heels. Go on all night long in this simple yet fabulous outfit!

Baggy Jeans

The early 2000’s were nest known for the trend we love to hate, the low-rise jeans. You might feel differently about the new and fresh 2021 take of this Y2K trend. It features an evolved low-rise jeans that is not extremely tight and snug. These are low-slung denims that naturally sit low on your waist.

• Pair these jeans with front tie top and a pair of sneakers for a Y2K casual street look.
• Alternatively, you may pair your baggy jeans with a satin scarf top and finish the look with a pair of pointed-toe stilettoes. There, you have a great night time outfit.