I don’t know about you, but it’s two weeks into the new year and I’ve already stopped following my New Year’s resolutions. The only thing I’m sticking to is trying to stay trendy on a budget. I’ve said it once, and I’ll say it again: just because something is expensive does not mean it looks good, and the reverse is true. You don’t need to spend a ton of money to stay trendy! They’ll put that on my tombstone. Here are three trends that will be the talk of 2019 AND will keep you on-budget so you can keep paying for that gym membership we know you stopped using.
1. Neon
I’m not kidding—2019 is all about neon, neon, neon everything! I wasn’t on board with this trend until I saw Kendall Jenner wearing literally all things neon, and now I’m hooked. Tbh, she could wear a paper bag and I would run to the store to get my own.
The key to this trend is to have one thing in your outfit that stands out. Don’t go out in head-to-toe neon unless you want to be a traffic hazard, because that’s just dangerous for everyone. I found a great neon top from PrettyLittleThing. It’s perfectly on trend and can be worn in multiple different ways. Pair this with a black skinny pant, black leather pants, or even black jogger sweatpants for a full Hailey Bieber vibe.
PrettyLittleThing Neon Lime Snape Printed Scoop Neck Crop Top
If a top is too bold for you, try a neon shoe. It’s more subtle, but still lets everyone know that you’re trendy. Jeans, a T-shirt, and a neon heel is so 2019.
PrettyLittleThing Neon Yellow Clear Extreme Point Toe Mule
2. Hair Accessories
Another big trend for 2019 is hair accessories. I feel like I see every blogger rocking embellished headbands, and they look super cool. I’ve tried wearing headbands, and they make me feel like I should narrate the Gossip Girl reboot. XOXO, headbands are back.
ASOS Johnny Loves Rosie White Rhinestone Headband
Hair clips and hair bows are also very on-trend for 2019. Rhinestone hair clips are a great way to keep your dry-shampooed hair looking fresh.
ASOS Steve Madden Stone Hair Slides
Hair bows are perfect if you want to class up your Friday work outfit so your hangover is a little less noticeable.
Forever 21 Crinkle Bow Hair Tie
3. Top Handle Bags
I’m so happy top handle bags are in style because honestly, I’m sick of having a fanny pack around my body. It’s not comfortable and I’m tired of pretending it is! These bags are pretty and feminine, and they also help me limit the amount of makeup I feel is necessary to bring out.
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Turtlenecks are probably the best parts of cold weather, apart from the fact that it’s now socially acceptable to never leave your apartment because it’s way too cold. To be clear, I don’t like the cold, but I do like any excuse to be the lazy piece of sh*t I am inside. But anyway, back to turtlenecks. I’m so glad these came back in style from the 90s when my mom would force me to wear them to school (and I would hate it because I felt like I was being choked all day). Thankfully, I have changed. Not only are turtlenecks cute to wear, but these shirts can do it all. They can help cover up a nasty pimple on your chin or a hickey (are people still giving each other hickies past the age of 16?), and they keep you warm without requiring a scarf.
The only downside to wearing a turtleneck is that sometimes it can make you look like Steve Jobs (shouts out to that episode of Vanderpump Rules where Stassi goes to the Hamptons). To steer you away from that mishap, here are a few great turtlenecks I found that are both cheap and stylish… that won’t make you look like an Apple exec. On second thought, maybe I do want to look like an Apple exec so people at work will take me seriously? Whatever, you know what I mean. These three turtlenecks are inexpensive, cute, and they’re perfect for the winter time.
Finding a coat that is transitional from fall to winter is one of the most satisfying things. Yes, it’s even better than blocking your ex on Instagram (and that really gives me a rush). Look no further than teddy bear coats for your trendy cold weather go-to. Tons of celebrities and bloggers are wearing this trend, so obviously, that’s all the validation I need to join in on this fluffy look. Here are some of my favorite celeb teddy bear coat inspirations and where to get their look for less.
The Coat: Kris Jenner
My first inspiration was Kween Kris Jenner. Instead of spending her momager budget on the teddy bear coat she’s wearing in the Instagram below, you will only be spending $100. You read that correctly. I found a total copy of Kris’s coat from H&M.
The Dupe: H&M Long Pile Coat
Unfortunately, the private plane does not come with this knock-off coat. We’ll just be wearing ours on the subway. It’s fine, I’m not salty or anything.
The Coat: Olivia Perez
My next inspiration was from style Icon Olivia Perez. Everyone seems to be wearing the I.Am.Gia teddy bear coat, but I found basically the same one from Pretty Little Things.
The Dupe: PrettyLittleThing Camel Borg Pocket Front Coat
This jacket is intended to look more oversized, giving you a relaxed but chic vibe. I like to pair mine with an all-black outfit on a Saturday night or sweats on a Sunday morning. This camel color is the best because it’s super versatile and adds a minimalistic neutral boost to your look.
Danielle Bernstein AKA We Wore What
How could we include a roundup of teddy bear coats without our favorite style icon, Danielle Bernstein. Although we may not all be Instagram sensations like We Wore What, you can still get the look at Cry Baby. It’s a complete replicated of the Acne Studios coat, which retails for up to $2,600.
The Dupe: Cry Baby It Girl Jacket
Lucky for you, Cry Baby has made one for under $100. It’s cropped in all the right places and has a little bit of an oversize shoulder, so the fit looks good on everyone.
Who knows how long teddy bear coats will be in style, so while you stay on-trend, do it without spending your entire paycheck. I mean, you’ll feel pretty stupid come next year if nobody is wearing teddy bear coats except you, because you dropped hundreds of dollars on one. Let me know in the comments what other trends or looks you want to see for less!
Images: krisjenner, livvperez, weworewhat/Instagram; H&M; PrettyLittleThing; Cry Baby
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