The “new year, new me” fever still has us going and thus it’s time to usher into a set of new trends. According to stylists, trendsetters, runways and the best-dressed A-listers, these are the biggest fashion trends to follow in 2018.

P.S.- If you’ve got a plaid t-shirt or a beret in the back of your closet, it’s finally time to show it off.

1. Pastel Powersuits

It’s no secret that Powersuits demonstrate power; they’re the perfect combination of comfortable and sexy. Gone are the days when they needed to be cold and dark in color. Ladies, look at the bright side, literally. These suits are not just bound to office-wear or casual meetings, celebrities have brought them to the red carpet as well. Needless to say, pastel powersuits are making a statement all across the fashion map. 

2. Sheer Skirts

Sheer skirts are ruling the fashion world for three reasons. One, they are capable of making a basic dress look like a slick outfit. Two, once you’ve mastered how to use them to your advantage, you’ll never let them go. You can wear them with tight skirts or high waist shorts or plain old matching tights and you’re good to go. Three, they are the perfect complimenting agent for your boots. And us ladies, we do love flaunting our boots with the right outfit. Say goodbye to your shy side and get ready to wear these revealing skirts like a confident diva because they’re one of the biggest fashion trends of 2018.

3. Sports Stripes

You don’t need to be an athlete to look stunning in the sports stripes inspired by track pants and incorporated in street trends. Yes ladies, if you’ve ever wanted to wear tracks without going for a run, the time is now. When paired with wisely thought through combinations such as blazers that are matching in color with the stripes or fine bomber jackets, they’re going to give you the classy robust look without it looking weird. And if you’re willing to take it up a notch, they’re being worn with heels over sports shoes. You heard it right- strong, feminine and not afraid of originality. Pull up your sports stripes along with a bright cardigan paired with a tank top or a comfy sports tee and let your sporty side be the centre of attention.

4. Socks With Heels

One of the biggest fashion trends of 2018 is to conceal your feet while wearing heels by pairing them with socks. Gone are the days when you couldn’t make a decent pair of heels look all fancy and decorative because it’s time to pair them with the classiest as well as the cutest socks you can find. Whether these are long socks paired with shorts, sheer socks worn with classy evening attires or sporty socks to add to your sports stripes, they’re the perfect trend to expose your originality.

5. Lavender

While Pantone has declared “Ultra Violet” as the color of the year, it’s pastel version- Lavender has been trending all over the Spring runways. From romantic skirts to powersuits, this pretty pastel will make you look effortlessly high-fashion. Besides, lavender is also an Instagram-friendly substitute for millennial pink.

6. Statement Bags With Writing

Fashion has always remained a means to express your thoughts and this year, you can do it quite explicitly. Bags printed with quotes or words that speak to the world about your opinions have become a thing. Fashion has been speaking to generations for centuries, and now you can add words to it too.

7. Athleisure

Taking it up a notch from rocking your sports stripes, biggest fashion trends of 2018 are also about mixing your comfort wear with your work wear. The athleisure trend is all about wearing gym clothes beyond the gym. A-list celebrities like Gigi Hadid, Kendall Jenner and Beyonce are constantly promoting athletic wear during casual outings. Athleisure is a trend that just won’t die; it’s true that sports-wear brands are constantly looking to expand their range in athleisure because of the high growth in its demand. Go on ladies, don’t be late to the party.

“Athleisure is the new casual.” -Deirdre Clemente

8. Emerald Green

Fashion is constantly on the lookout for a color that will go a long way- suit to any requirement, any occasion, any skin-tone and any fabric. Emerald Green is one of the biggest fashion trends because it is the chic and tasteful color that you can pick without thinking twice about. It says everything from casual to formal to party. You can pick emerald pants if you’re looking for formal, or a velvet emerald green dress for a club. You can even pull off deep colored blue or black pants with emerald green stiletto pumps. We gave you your color ladies, go ahead and play with it.

9. Plaid T-shirts

Plaid is a trend that has been passed on through the generations, it’s never gotten old. However, it still needs some originality to be considered as one of the biggest trends of 2018. Plaid t-shirts are so in style that you can pull them off with buttoned skirts, ripped jeans and even plain old yoga pants. You can wear them tucked in or over longer sleeved darker shade t-shirts. From tying a knot to wearing them cropped, get as creative as you can with your plaid t-shirts.

10. Summer Trench Coats

There is no doubt that hot days make us wanna wear less clothing, but we can use trench coats to stay fashionable without adding many layers. Trench coats look perfect when lined with summer clothes like shorts or miniskirts. There is a complete range to pick from including laced, midi, leather, striped and much more. Not only does it add to your style statement and saves you from getting tanned, it is the perfect way to make your summer outfit look complete without adding any unnecessary accessories.

11. Embellished Shoes

Creating a fashion statement through your feet is not something that hasn’t been done before. But embellished shoes? They are the biggest fashion trend to fall for. Something as simple as picking any footwear and making it fancy by adding stones, glitter and pearls can hearten up your fashion game to a great extent. Flats, heels, boots, name anything and add embellished to it. These sparkling footwear will catch the spotlight in a flash. They can also be complemented with socks to enhance the appeal.

12. Statement Earrings

Celebrities like Rihanna and Selena Gomez have made it clear that the biggest fashion trend in 2018 with regard to jewelry is all about adding the drama. Whether you go with pearls building up to rings, matching tassel earrings or wire earrings with gems and beads, you’ve got the whole line-up to pick from. All you have to do is make sure that your earrings speak to the people.

13. Berets

If you’re someone who likes to accessorize, you’re gonna love this fashion trend. Berets are back in the game and it looks like they’re here to stay all throughout the year. There are numerous ways to style them including wearing a beret cap in the summer, or going for the fully covered in winter. You can also tilt it to one side to get a stylish effect, or you can even wear it lowered down from the back.

14. Big Logos

The logo on display is one of the biggest fashion trends in 2018 whether it’s printed once on a plain t-shirt or repeatedly covering a full hang bag. Gucci, Chanel, Louis Vuitton, Versace, all the brand logos are to be bare for the world to see. Brands invest a lot while creating their logos and it’s time that this iconography is put on display.