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5 fashion trends that were a rage in 2016 but may not live to see 2017

Updated on: Dec 29, 2016, 14:18:29 IST
Hindustan Times | By , New Delhi
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This year, many trends were birthed, followed and eventually discarded and here, we have listed five. Did you try them? Did you love them? If not, well there is always going to be a 2017 to look forward to! (Shutterstock)
This year, many trends were birthed, followed and eventually discarded and here, we have listed five. Did you try them? Did you love them? If not, well there is always going to be a 2017 to look forward to! (Shutterstock)

This year, many trends were birthed, followed and eventually discarded. We have listed 5 of the best from the lot. Did you try them? Did you love them? If not, well there is always going to be a 2017 to look forward to!

As we bid goodbye to yet another year, it is only natural to want to look back at it with fond memories. While 2016 may not have given us many happy memories in the world affairs department, fashion industry had a great time.

This year, many trends were birthed, followed and eventually discarded. We have listed the best 5 of the lot here. Did you try them? Did you love them? If not, well there is always going to be a 2017 to look forward to!

The choker

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Every woman with an Instagram account was exposed to this trend and thought about trying it once at least. It got quite a few variations with black lacy ones to the ones with strings. Soon, the trend became synonymous with wannabe girls trying to look cool but too bad for the haters, women don’t care about their opinion.

The transparent heels

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As pretty as they may look, transparent heels can also be the most painful thing you ever wear on your feet. The shoes were made popular by Kylie Jenner, after which they were seen on almost every other fashion blogger.

Bardot tops

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It doesn’t get more summer 2016 than this. Breezy Bardot tops ruled the season and looked pretty while they did so. Light, comfortable and fluffy, they were one of the biggest trends of the year but having been worn so many times, they may not crossover to summer 2017.

The micropleats

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Extremely feminine and still so chic. What’s not to love about micropleates? We fell for them when Priyanka Chopra wore a teal micropleated skirt to an episode of Good Morning America and tried to emulate her style in our own wardrobes.

Exposed shoulders

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Hey you? Yes, you?💭 #TopRefrence #BlackOnBlack #Ootd #MissaMore #CaughtInACuff

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Feeling too cold for a sleeveless top but think a t-shirt is just too drab? 2016 found the perfect solution to the problem with exposed shoulder tops. They were formal, fashionable and just so charming. But again, they have been worn to death by almost everyone. We are pretty sure we won’t see any more of them in the next year.

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    Soumya Srivastava

    Soumya Srivastava is the Entertainment and Lifestyle Editor at Hindustan Times, bringing over a decade of experience covering movies, celebrities, pop culture, and everything that feels current and compelling. With a sharp editorial lens and an instinct for what resonates, she writes stories that balance insight with accessibility — whether she’s reporting from a red carpet, reviewing a buzzy new release, or unpacking the craft behind cinema. An unabashed Swiftie and a devoted admirer of Christopher Nolan’s filmmaking, Soumya blends heart and analysis in equal measure. She holds a degree in English Literature from Janki Devi Memorial College, Delhi University, and is an alumna of IIMC Dhenkanal (2013). As a Rotten Tomatoes Certified Film Critic, her reviews reflect credibility, cultural awareness, and a nuanced understanding of storytelling across genres and formats. She has interviewed celebrities like Celine Song, Zoya Akhtar, Kajol, Shabana Azmi, Pankaj Tripathi and more. She has also reviwes hundreds of movies and written thousands of stories, made videos, special columns and more. While films remain her first love, Soumya’s interests extend deeply into lifestyle and design. She is particularly drawn to décor, thoughtfully designed spaces, and the subtle ways aesthetics influence everyday living. From celebrity homes and interior trends to broader lifestyle movements, she enjoys exploring how personal taste intersects with identity and modern culture. Her voice is informed yet relatable, analytical yet warm — making her work engaging for a wide and diverse readership. Through her writing, Soumya continues to shape conversations around entertainment, lifestyle, and contemporary culture.Read More