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What your favorite fashion trend says about you

The opinions expressed in this article are the writer’s own and do not reflect the views of Her Campus.
This article is written by a student writer from the Her Campus at UMKC chapter.

Fashion is one of the easiest ways to express yourself and your aesthetic is bound to be one of the first characteristics  a person notices about you. Fashion statements are a fun way to nonverbally communicate something about yourself to others, so let’s see what 10 fan favorite trends communicate to others:

Crocs

You are definitely one of earth’s strongest soldiers and you are never afraid to be yourself. Crocs are such a polarizing piece, but the girls that love it absolutely love it. You love being comfortable and you’re okay with taking the risk of your feet getting wet if it rains. You don’t shy away from making a statement, and if you have one of those stiletto crocs, I want to be your friend.

Low-rise jeans

Speaking of polarizing trends, low-rise jeans are definitely up there. You are someone that’s confident and you won’t bend for anyone (but literally, how do you bend in those things?). You’re probably a Y2K fanatic and get fashion inspo from the likes of Britney Spears and Paris Hilton. Your friends would label you as the future insta baddie or model of the group for sure.

Corsets

You love the classical, hopeless romantic silhouette and I do too. Corsets can elevate any boring look but can also be eye-catching standalone pieces. You’re probably a Pinterest/Depop girly who puts a lot of thought into making unique fashion choices and grew up watching “bestdressed,” the iconic Ashley’s YouTube channel.

Chunky white sneakers

You are all about the basics in the best possible way. You might be short and need that extra height boost or just love the power that comes along with a little platform. You’re also probably an active person that has places to be. You love neutral, black and white accessories that can pair with any outfit and are likely caught in athleisure on the regular. Honestly, I think all of us are that girl at times.

Sweater vest

You are an academia girlie and definitely romanticize your long hours of studying at the library with a Starbucks coffee in hand. You are a layering champion and probably love collared white shirts and pleated skirts, too. I wouldn’t be surprised if you’re either a preppy student or an avid K-drama watcher.

Leather blazer

You are an effortlessly cool person who probably loves neutral color palettes and simple statement jewelry. Fall is the season when you hit your fashion peaks, and honestly, who can blame you? You are a bold babe that blurs the boundaries between traditional and edgy styles. You like investing in timeless closet staples that your future kids and grandkids will be thanking you for.

Flared yoga pants

You are an athleisure girl at heart, and you love a silhouette that accentuates your body. Your fashion icon is probably Emma Chamberlain and your heart is owned by comfortable, versatile styling. You are likely part of the chunky white sneaker clan and love yourself some staples to pair with every outfit.

Chunky loafers

You are my kind of person. Chunky loafers definitely belong in the class of academia and they are guaranteed to elevate your look. You love a classic look and you are a detail-oriented, meticulous person. You are a perfectionist and that shows in your crisp, clean style.

Baby tees

You are likely a Y2K-inspired baddie that loves juxtaposing tight shirts with baggy pants. You are a sucker for cute prints and likely have a laptop full of fun stickers and a room full of stuffed animals and posters. Like Peter Pan, you never outgrew your fun-loving childhood and your friends are attracted to your sunny persona.

Tote bags

You are probably a matcha-drinking, Pinterest board-building, yoga-pant-wearing girl with errands to run and you own it. You are an artistic and free-spirited person that frequents local coffee shops, museums and fan-favorite picnic sites. It’s safe to say that you are definitely someone’s coffee shop crush.

Fashion is a fun way to make a statement about who you are and subconsciously identify with others, but if you don’t identify with these descriptions, no worries. So many of us are aesthetic chameleons, and our closet encompasses many styles. It’s interesting to see what traits we associate with certain styles and how we make assumptions about who people are based on what we wear. What does your style say about you?

Hey! I'm a fourth year in UMKC's BA/MD program I love listening to music, watching Netflix/YouTube, singing, and learning new languages :)