How to wear 2012 fashion trends in 2024

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When it comes to the trend cycle, you can always count on something you wore as a teenager to come back into style.

That’s currently the case with 2012’s Tumblr/”indie sleaze” fashion, which is now trending both on and off the runway.

From ballet flats to statement necklaces to oversized suede bags, we’ve seen many of these 2012 trends slowly trickle back into the fashion world.

However, these nostalgic trends tend to be modernized, making them more wearable (and arguably more stylish).

Millennials, it’s your time to shine! Get ready for the 2012 fashion trends you’ll soon see all over your FYP.

Leather jackets never really go out of style, but in 2012 the iconic piece debuted with a luxe moto twist, complete with statement studs and cropped silhouettes. Well, the look is back, oversized and slightly understated.

We know Generation Z loves to hate skinny jeans, but it’s only a matter of time before we embrace them again. If you want a denim alternative, you can opt for faux leather leggings instead. Yes, they are coming back too.

To complete the look, you’ll need a pair of combat boots, which again can be found everywhere.

When it comes to jewelry, it was all about boho-style dangling earrings (bonus points if they had feather accents) and eye-catching statement necklaces.

And finally, no 2012 look is complete without a liquid lipstick in a moody berry shade.

Are you ready to indulge in nostalgia and add some key pieces from 2012 back into your wardrobe?

Read on to discover the top trends of 2012 that are making a comeback in 2024.