I once loathed shopping for spring. For one thing, I’m not a particularly big fan of the pastel color palette that tends to dominate this time of year — I shudder at most of your Easter egg-hued trousers, truth be told. There’s also the issue of the Godforsaken crop top phase that flat-out *refuses* to die, and trust me when I say you don’t even want get me started on that. But, after what seems like a 12-year-long winter, it seems I’ve magically had a change of heart.
This year, I’m more than ready to pack away my tired ass chunky sweaters in favor of all the sundresses, sandals and pinafores I can handle. In fact, I’ve been practically salivating over all the sunny weather finds I’ve been peeping in window displays. I’ve also been taking a few mental notes.
Practically overnight, a handful of trends have all but taken over at nearly every store you’re likely to step foot in this season, with few (if any!), exceptions. But don’t take my word for it — check out the curated photographic proof below!
Read on to find out the six biggest trends on the fashion scene for spring 2019.
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1. Buttons:
Forget zippers, bows, ties or any other type of clothing fastener you’ve come in contact with up until this moment in your life — this year, it’s all about buttons. Almost every single store I perused had added buttons, both functional and nonfunctional, to at least a third of it’s inventory seemingly overnight. Why? Who knows, but the fashion Gods that be have mandated this happening, and if you want to be on trend, you’d better get on board. Scroll through the slides above for inspo.
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2. Mules
Mules have been steady creeping onto the footwear scene for some time now (see my guide to all things ugly shoes), and spring 2019 sees them hitting a fever pitch — particularly those with a wedge or block heel. It makes sense, really: They’re far more comfortable (and, let’s be real, more practical) than a stiletto, yet still offer a little sumthin’ sumthin’ in the lift department. While I don’t advise a chunky shoe for *every* outfit — there’s a few you can’t force no matter HOW cute the shoe is — I’m all for them where they make sense! Scroll through for my faves of the season.
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3. Linen Fabrics
As with this season’s chosen footwear, the M.O. in the fabric department for spring 2019 seems to boil down to one thing and one thing only: comfort. Retailers seem to be unloading spandex, nylon and rayon at the speed of light in favor of an old standby: cotton. That’s right — the 7,000 year-old textile (give or take a few years) is back with a vengeance. While there are a number of reasons why clothing companies might favor this tried-and-true staple (like, oh, say, it’s durability, hypoallergenic properties or breathability in heat), my money’s on its green benefits: We are in environmental crisis, after all. Scroll for a whole new outlook on cotton — and beyond.
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4. Rainbow Prints
ICYMI, rainbow prints are no longer just for Pride. A surge of color has exploded onto fabrics this season, covering everything from slinky tube dresses and tees to skirts and jumpsuits. Sure, it’s not exactly for the faint of heart — or those with an aversion to color (I’m looking at you, crazy J) — but it’s a fun way to add some oomph to your closet. Scroll to see for yourself!
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5. Paper Bag Waists
I couldn’t tell you exactly when this particular waistline began to eclipse, well, all of the rest of them, but I can tell you that you’ll be a whole lot more versed in the craze by the time the season’s through. This textile equivalent of closing your fist around a paper lunch sack requires copious amounts of gathered fabric near one’s waistline — and a little imagination. Scroll for just that.
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6. Raffia Bags
Listen up, ladies: It’s time to put away those business-like leather totes and tap into your fun side. In the here and now, it’s all about straw, raffia and bamboo bags with plenty of character, frivolity (yes, it’s a word) be damned. Scroll through for some serious purse envy.
Which trend are you most excited to wear for spring? Sound off in the comments below!
Xo, Nicole
