Spring trends at MHS

by Hanna Tran

As the season changes from winter to spring, the warmer weather calls for fewer layers and new styles to add to one’s closet. Many new trends have popped up recently in the fashion industry to prepare the masses for the coming of this new season.

One idea that fashion designers and vintage stores are promoting is the fact that Letterman jackets are not only for athletes anymore. Loose-fitting and comfortable, Letterman jackets, or varsity jackets, have soared in popularity for men and women this spring season. The versatility of these sporty jackets can be worn day or night and for any occasion. Paired with jeans and a contrasting t-shirt, one can spend a casual day out with friends. However, wearing a Letterman jacket with a solid or striped sweater and khaki pants can suit as wear for a more formal night out.

If sporty Letterman jackets are not the style of choice, denim wear such as jackets, button-up shirts, and dresses are also making a comeback this spring. Fashion designers are promoting the pairing of denim jeans with other denim items, a style choice not encouraged in the past. Fabrics that are similar to denim and have similar blue hues also fall under this category.

Besides blue, neutral colors are becoming more prevalent as well. Neutral colors such as shades of browns, blacks, whites, tans, grays and other calm colors reflect the gentleness of the weather as it warms up after the harsh coldness of winter. Floral patterns reflecting the emerging flower buds of spring are also gaining popularity in girls’ clothing. These patterns also add a vintage look to an outfit.
In the area of pants, high-waisted trousers are being worn by top women models for spring this year. Specifically, cropped capri trousers, of which have trouser legs that end several inches above the ankle, are the new alternative to skinny jeans. Trousers that have rolled-up pant legs to fulfill this cropped length are also a hot cut for these capris this year. They are most often seen in the colors of khaki, army green, gray, black, brown, and navy blue.

As for footwear, military-style combat boots have come into style recently. With rounded toes and laced up or buckled straps, these leather boots add a hint of military-chic and vintage to any outfit. They can be dressed up with a biker jacket and leggings or jeans to create a tough, rocker look, or sweetened down by pairing them with a floral dress and added jewelry.

As one can see, old styles are once again gaining popularity this spring, albeit with different fashion twists specific for this year. Make sure to stay fashionable and stock up with these essentials this spring season.