Fashion Trends of 2010

The world of fashion is ever evolving, always exciting and never commonplace. 2010 proves to be lining up a fabulous set of trends for consumers, from the runways right to the department stores there’s a lot in store with the fashion trends of this season.

For women fashion trends are in more subdued and earthy tones, with spring seeing a mix of pretty pinks and pastel hues thrown in. The ‘future warrior’ theme adds onto the roman/amazon style sandals and tunics we began to see in 2009 and adds coppers and intricate plaited fabrics to the mix.

Trendy clothes to be seen in this spring include a silky satin version of the playsuit or jumpsuit as well as cute hotpants and cut off-jeans. Denim is all about cut and ripped or distressed fabric, with patched denim getting a mention in 2010. Boyfriend blazers are also hot for this year, which adds some great options for plus size clothes, as does the reappearance of slacks for the winter months.

Dior’s collection for spring 2010 sees some trendy clothing on the runway, with ankle boots, structured shoulders, clinched waists and a 1950’s perfectly coifed hairdo getting a nod.

Chanel had a very white palette, with knee-highs featuring and very feminine frills mixed with boyish blazers and a tight waist. Plus size trendy clothing will get a friend in the resurgence of the poncho for the winter season.

For the guys the fashion trends are focusing on broad shoulders, slim pants and slim waist cuts. Suiting appears to be all about mixing patterns with rich sombre tones and clean lines. The double breasted suit is in, and a slim-fit cut is perfection for 2010.

Tones were subdued at the Versace men’s collection for summer 2010, with a lot of white and cream on low waisted slacks and relaxed blazers. Dior’s Homme collection was a nod back to the Beatles days and those of punk England, but with a monochrome palette of black and white. Skinny pants for men are still definitely in.

2010 looks to be a year of structure, careful design and detailing. Accessories include bows on headbands, knee-high and thigh-high socks and delicate feminine lockets on satin strings. Trend-setters can expect to add subdued and earthy tones along with a pastel palette to their wardrobe however the addition of a brightly coloured accessory to show that ray of hope is what 2010 is all about.