Fashion Trends That Just Never Go Out of Fashion

In 1947 French designer Christian Dior ushered in the lavishly feminine New Look with a nipped-in waist and a full skirt. Grace Kelly and Jackie Kennedy gave it mass appeal in the 1950s, making it the silhouette of choice for well-dressed women.

Why it keeps coming back?

It complements curves and looks polished but never over-the-top

How to wear it now:

Sophistication lies in the details. Bow-tie kitten heels or vintage jewelry can effortlessly class up your jeans.

Animal Prints

When Europeans began colonizing Asia and Africa in the 18th century, they brought home the skins of the leopards, tigers, and zebras that they found there. Those exotic patterns were soon reproduced on fabrics (for the umber-rich, of course), leaving their mark on clothing and decor. Two centuries later, sex symbols like Lauren Bacall and Marilyn Monroe harnessed the prints’ come-hither magnetism.

Why it keeps coming back?

Animal prints are like neutrals—they’re made up of brown, beige, and black, after all. They’re season less, and you can wear them with almost anything

How to wear it now:

Hit the spot in small doses if you fear the print will swallow you whole; animal print accessories, like those shown here, can be just as eye-catching.

Minimalist Clothing

How to wear it now:

Pieces are still pared down but have bold details (like the asymmetrical seam seen here). Look for a striking hem or neckline and sharp cutouts.

And when black and white collide, you get major impact—meaning no need for a lot of accessories. Black and white pieces are also a massive hit for this spring.