March 29, 2024

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The art of Fashion

Get summer ready with these 5 stylish fashion trends that will make you cool summer

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Many vintage fashion trends that were popular years ago are making a comeback this summer, according to trending posts on social media outlets such as TikTok and Instagram.

Thong strap sandals, 4-inch seam shorts, crop tops, denim outfits and hoop earrings are now trending on social media with hashtags making them easier to find.

To help get you caught up on what is turning out to be the hottest trending fashions this summer, we have put together a list to help you get a jump on your summer fashions.

Crop tops at a boutique on display

Crop tops at a boutique on display

One of the top nostalgic trending fashion hashtags on TikTok is #croptops that are back just in time to beat the summer heat.

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Crop tops that originated in the early 1970s are a great style option and are comfortable to wear on a hot summer day at the beach or for a day on the town.

Crop tops originated in the early 1970s and are trending for a resurgence this summer.

Treehouse Boutique located in the Fondren area of Jackson offers a variety of crop tops to help you stay ahead of the resurgence of this summer fashion trend.

Where to buy:

Where: Tree House Boutique, 3000 N. State St., Jackson

When: Tuesday to Saturday

Time: 10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.

Cost: $125 to $198

stretchy skinny jeans

stretchy skinny jeans

The TikTok and Instagram trend #denim has created new ways to show off your own personal style and creativeness with 15-second reels.

The well-known fabric denim has become more desirable recently based on different variations of production and is seen more frequently on runways, displays and in advertisements.

Denim was one of the most popular fabrics from the 1970s to the late 2000s and it is making a comeback today.

Whimsy Willows Boutique located in Pearl offers a variety of denim items including skinny jeans, slim fit, loose fit and super skinny.

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Where to buy:

Where: Whimsy Willows Boutique, 734 Mackenzie Lane, Pearl

When: Monday to Friday, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., Saturday 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., Sunday 1 p.m. to 4 p.m.

Cost: $20 to 68

Summer style shorts that feature side pocket holsters

Summer style shorts that feature side pocket holsters

Lately, shorter shorts have become the norm for men and women as summer approaches.

The shorter shorts worn by social media influencers on TikTok have been trending lately with the hashtag #hoochiedaddyshorts featuring social media influencers wearing 4-inch shorts.

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The fashion style was first seen in the 1920s in sports activities, but later evolved into a more substantial fashion statement in the late 1960s and 1970s.

Lululemon sportswear store in Jackson offer shorts in all shapes and sizes for adults who want to be a part of the trend.

Where to buy:

When: Monday through Friday 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., Saturday 10 a.m. to 7 p.m., Sunday noon to 5 p.m.

Where: Lululemon, 4500 I-55 North, Suite 120, Jackson

Cost: $20 to $40

4. Thong strap sandals

Jack Rogers Genevieve Thong Sandal

Jack Rogers Genevieve Thong Sandal

Another popular trending hashtag on social media is #sandals which has brought in 609.6 million views total, according to TikTok.

The 1990s trend started as a casual thong strappy sandal but became a nostalgic trend for fashion models that made a comeback in the early 2000s and is resurging again today.

The sandal is more commonly worn by women but can also be worn by men.

Strap sandals come in different styles that are made to fit any occasion and anyone who finds them intriguing.

Thong sandals come in variations such as ankle strap, wedge and sling back that are the most frequently seen today on the beaches worn with summer shorts or with loose trousers and tube tops.

Torrid located in Pearl gives just the right amount of options to choose from that can add a different perspective on fashion.

Where to buy:

Where: Torrid, 200 Bass Pro Dr., Pearl

When: Monday to Thursday 11 a.m. to 7 p.m., Friday to Saturday 10 a.m. to 8 p.m., Sunday Noon to 7 p.m.

Cost: $20

Midi Hoop Earrings

Midi Hoop Earrings

Adding earrings to your daily ensemble can give you a glamourous appeal. The hashtag #hoopearrings has accumulated 42.3 million views on TikTok bringing back various trends of the fashion accessory.

Hoop earrings became popular in the 1960s as a signature fashion statement for women. From the early ’60s to the late 2000s hoop earrings became the norm for the fashion world.

Hoop earrings today not only are a signature style but also a symbol of infinity and wholeness according to lackorecouture.com.

Kendra Scott located at Highland Village in Jackson is a high-end shop known for its stunning earring collection.

Where to buy

Where: Highland Village, 4500 Interstate 55 North Frontage Road, Jackson

When: Monday to Saturday 10 a.m. to 7 p.m., Sunday noon to 5 p.m.

Cost: $250 to $500

This article originally appeared on Mississippi Clarion Ledger: Fashion trends that are coming back this summer: Here’s what to expect