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Ten Trends of the 2010s

This article is written by a student writer from the Her Campus at UVA chapter.

Let’s get nostalgic! As we approach the end of the decade, it’s time to reflect on and say adieu to the trends that took over our feeds these past years and usher in the 2020s (crazy right!).  

 

1. Fidget Spinners

Fidget spinners, aka every teacher’s nightmare

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2. Fanny packs

Hiking gear suddenly became high fashion and honestly, I was here for it. 

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3. Mermaid and unicorn everything 

Unicorn brushes and mermaid hair among other things  

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4. Resurgence of chokers

Chokers have always been a resurfacing trend and this decade was no different. 

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5. ASMR

Apparently, it’s very therapeutic. 

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6. Silly Bandz

If you didn’t trade these with your friends during elementary school recess, what were you even doing?  

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7. Rainbow Loom 

Silly Bandz everywhere were shaking. 

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8. The Hunger Games

We cannot forget the icon that is Katniss Everdeen. 

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9. Selfies-gained popularity due to the emergence of Instagram and Snapchat 

Need I say more?

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10. Tiny Glasses

Sleek, chic, and do not provide any sun protection whatsoever.  

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Tracy is a first year at the University of Virginia. While her intended major is biology, she also has a passion for photography and writing. In addition to HC, she writes on her own blog, Beyond the Lens, and runs a budding photography business! Check out her Instagram (@letracyy) and as always, happy reading!