My colleagues and I concur: these five outdated trends are unexpectedly returning this summer.

My colleagues and I concur: these five outdated trends are unexpectedly returning this summer.

      As a child of the 1990s and a teenager in the 2000s, the recent seasons have filled me with overwhelming nostalgia. I've observed trends and clothing items that I believed were firmly in the past making their way back onto runways, appearing in our Instagram feeds, and ultimately back into our closets. The revival is set to continue in summer 2026. We’ve come to terms with the return of low-rise jeans, handkerchief tops, skirts worn over jeans, and capri pants (previously known as pedal pushers), and it fills me with joy to see them reinterpreted for contemporary wardrobes. However, if you think we've exhausted all the '90s and early 2000s revival trends, you are incorrect. The new season has introduced a fresh array of vintage colors, prints, denim, and accessories to invigorate our summer outfits. So whether you're a fan of vintage or feel like you missed out the first time and want a chance to amend history, keep reading to uncover my selection of the five trends making a comeback.

      1. **Boho**

      **Style Notes:** While certain aspects of boho fashion never really disappeared, this season features a '90s twist, characterized by a grungier and more textured aesthetic. The comeback of bloomers has significantly contributed to this movement, invoking a Courtney Love vibe that is intensely feminine yet pairs well with heavier materials like suede and leather.

      **Shop the Trend:**

      - **H&M**: Oversized crinkled blouse - So beautiful it could be mistaken for designer.

      - **ZARA**: Sarouel Trousers With Pleats and Lace - Bloomers are a major trend this season.

      - **VALENTINO GARAVANI**: Nellcote Alice Sequin-Embellished Brass Logo Drawstring Bag - Pouch bags are also a key trend for SS26.

      - Embroidery is essential for any bohemian wardrobe.

      - **Free People**: Marrakesh Meet Up Sandals.

      2. **Dungarees**

      **Style Notes:** Often seen as childish, dungarees are making a comeback thanks to the workwear trend and brands like Dickies and Carhartt, giving them a more utilitarian feel. The trick to styling them is to treat them like regular jeans; keep the base layers simple and use accessories to set the desired vibe.

      **Shop the Trend:**

      - **Reformation**: Arlo Denim Overalls.

      - **Levi's**: Vintage Overall Dungarees in Dark Wash - A trusted source for denim.

      - **Carhartt WIP**: Bib Overall Straight - Perfect for summer with a lighter wash.

      - **Anthropologie**: The Adi Lace-Trim Overalls by Pilcro - Adore the embroidered details!

      - **Lucy & Yak**: Toluca Denim Barrel Leg Dungarees - Even dungarees are influenced by the barrel leg trend.

      3. **Camo Print**

      **Style Notes:** This is perhaps the most polarizing trend on this list, but it can be embraced wholeheartedly or in moderation. The revival began with camouflage jeans from brands like Citizens of Humanity and Damson Madder, expanding to include t-shirts, tops, and skirts ahead of summer. Embrace the grunge aesthetic by pairing with gorpcore elements such as barefoot shoes, balloon trousers, and technical jackets.

      **Shop the Trend:**

      - **Nili Lotan**: Andrew Camouflage Leather-Trimmed Cotton Jacket - A modern twist on the barn jacket.

      - **Urban Outfitters**: Bdg Sydney Slim Crop Trousers - The epitome of noughties style.

      - **Weekday**: Structured Asymmetric Cotton Top - Choose lighter colors for a minimalist look.

      - Pair with something white and lacy for contrast.

      - **Citizens of Humanity**: Flight Pant - Vintage-inspired silhouette.

      4. **Jelly Shoes**

      **Style Notes:** What began as a whisper of a trend in the summer of 2024 with The Row's netted jelly flats has solidified this season, with various brands presenting their interpretations. Styles range from flip-flops to strappy sandals, barely-there designs, and mules, all effortlessly adding texture and personality to denim, dresses, skirts, and tailored black trousers.

      **Shop the Trend:**

      - **COS**: Cut-Out Jelly Ballet Flats - A playful alternative to ballet flats.

      - **MANGO**: Jelly Sandal With Buckle Closure.

      - **New Look**: Black Lattice Jelly Mules - Complement barrel leg trousers.

      - **Kurt Geiger**: Nauru Ballet Flat.

      - **Ancient Greek Sandals**: Sayonara Jelly rubber flip-flops - Elevating holiday style.

      5. **Lilac**

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My colleagues and I concur: these five outdated trends are unexpectedly returning this summer.

The returns keep on happening, and these are the items that fashion enthusiasts are incorporating into their summer wardrobes.